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Gwinnett Youth Football League Registrations: Walk up June 26th, Online Registration Now

Posted by admin on June 9, 2010  |  No Comments


Youth Football At Mill Creek

Youth Football and Cheerleading in Gwinnett County is big. Mill Creek has a great Q&A for First Time Players at their site. Gwinnett Footbal League’s final walk-up registration date is June 26th 2010. The online registration for many leagues is now through the 26th of June. With football league registration comes cheerleading. Check the individual associations for more information.

The Archer Tigers primary location is Archer High School
2255 New Hope Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Visit the Association Web Site http://www.playaaasports.com/

The Brookwood Broncos primary location is Bethesda Park
225 Bethesda Church Road SW, Lawrenceville, GA 30044
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.bfabroncos.com/
Curtis Barrineau, Football Director 404-427-8023

The Buford Wolves primary location is Old Buford Gym
601 S. Hill St., Buford, GA 30518
Visit our Association Web Site http://bufordsports.com/
Ken Burge, Football Director, 678.725.6272

The Collins Hill Eagles primary locations is Rock Springs Park
2050 Spriggs Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.chaasports.com/
Russ Palmer, Football Director, 678-707-2629

The Dacula Falcons primary location is Dacula Park
205 Dacula Rd NE, Dacula, GA 30019
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.dacula.com/
Keith Allen, Football Director, 678.697-7785

The Duluth Wildcats primary location is Shorty Howell Park
2750 Pleasant Hill Rd NW, Duluth, Ga 30096
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.duluthyouth.com/
Brian Grundleger, Football Director, 404.429-7993

The Grayson Ram primary location is Bay Creek Park
143 Ozora Rd SE, Loganville, GA 30052
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.gaasports.org/
Rob Lester, Football Director

The Lawrenceville Black Knights primary location is Rhodes Jordan Park
100 E. Crogan St SE, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.lyasports.com/
Greg Smith, Football Director, 770-826-1137

The Lilburn Mustangs primary locations is Meadowcreek High School
4455 Steve Reynolds Blvd, NW, Norcross, GA 30093
Website not available
Tai Walker, Football Director, 678-480-7563

The Loganville Red Devils primary location is Loganville Middle School (Old High School)
162 Clark McCullers Dr, Loganville, GA 30052
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.loganvilleyouthfootball.net/
Dennis Hicks, Football Director, 770-330-3320

The Mill Creek Hawks primary location is Duncan Creek Park
3700 Braselton Hwy, Dacula, GA 30019
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.millcreekaa.net/
Greg McAfee, Football Director, 404-932-1142

The Mountain View Bears primary location is Mountain View High School
2351 Sunny Hill Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.mvaasports.org/
Craig Deneau, Football Director, 678-897-0733

The Norcross Blue Devils primary location is Cemetery Field
211 Cemetery Street, Nocross, GA 30072
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.norcrossfootball.com/
Tony Joyner, Football Director, 770-840-8126

The North Gwinnett BullDogs primary location is George Pierce Park
55 Buford Hwy NE, Suwanee, GA 30024
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.ngfa.com/
Paul Cross, Football Director, 404-993-7100

The Parkview Panthers primary location is Mountain Park Park
5050 Five Forks Trickum Rd SW, Lilburn, GA 30047
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.plaympaa.com/

The Peachtree Ridge Lions primary location is Peachtree Ridge Park
3170 Suwanee Creek Road, Suwanee, GA 30024
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.pryaa.com/
John Lewis, Football Director, 678.361.3321

The Shiloh Generals primary location is Lenora Park
4515 Lenora Church Road, Snellville, GA
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.saa-youth.org/
Chip Rodgers, Football Director, 678.386.8379

The South Gwinnett Comets primary location is South Gwinnett Park
2115 McGee Rd SW, Snellville, GA 30078
Visit our Association Web Site http://www.sgaasports.com/
Jackie Wilson, Football Director, 770-318-5659

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Norcross Youth Athletic Association, Football & Cheer Registration June 26th

Posted by admin on May 26, 2010  |  No Comments


YOUTH FOOTBALL AND CHEER
NYAA is a member of Gwinnett Football League

The Norcross Youth Athletic Association is an age based youth football and cheerleading league for children ages 6 through 8th grade.

2010 SEASON REGISTRATION is OPEN NOW – NEXT Date to Register Saturday June 26TH 10am – 2pm at Norcross High School @ Duke House. This is the LAST REGISTRATION DATE (June 26th) Don’t Miss It!

Online Registration Details are on the Registration Page of the website
To Register Online click the link below – Please read the details on the registration page
NYAA ONLINE REGISTRATION HERE
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 26TH

If you need information on the football program please contact NYAA Football Director Tony Joyner (tony_joyner@hotmail.com ) for the Cheer Program please contact NYAA Cheer Director Ida Richardson-Joyner (idarichfitness@gmail.com )

Coaches Applications are available on the Handouts page of the website http://www.norcrossfootball.com/handouts.php

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Adult Kickball League at Best Friend Park – Registration Ends this Week

Posted by admin on May 24, 2010  |  No Comments


The World Adult Kickball Association runs kickball leagues around Atlanta. According to Paul Ogletree from the group, “It’s a great way to network, meet new people, and to help finance local parks and charities (since we rent from the local parks and rec and always raise money for a local charity during the season).”

Here are more details on the division:

GA Freedom division
Playing at Best Friend Park in Norcross (directions)
Starts June 17
Plays on Thursdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Division bar: Tavern at Medlock (where all the players go after games for great specials).

Team registration is closes this week so if you’re into kickball hurry your way over and register. View more information (or find another division closer to you) at http://www.facebook.com/l/04614;www.atlantakickball.com. Teams and individuals are welcome.

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Gwinnett Bike Fest

Posted by admin on May 22, 2010  |  No Comments


David Goodman, 15, crushes the field in a 9 sec win in the men's under 35 cat 4/5 at the Gwinnett Bike Fest 2009

The Gwinnett Bike Fest is back, bigger, better and longer. From July 21st through July 25th, cyclists will have the opportunity to compete in six races. From the world renown race track, Road  Atlanta, to the historic downtown of Norcross, the 2010 Gwinnett Bike Fest will be one of, if not the biggest race in the Southeast. Two charities will benefit from this year’s event, the American Cancer Society and the Foster Children’s Foundation. The Downtown Norcross Crit on July 24th will be transformed into a huge festival with music, bike stunt team, lots of food and beverages, and plenty of high speed-two wheel action. This year’s Gwinnett Bike Fest is a part of the newly formed Georgia Cycling Gran Prix, Georgia’s new cycling points series with 12 events over 25 weekends produced by four different promoters. For a complete list of races and information, go to Georgia Cycling.

STAGE
ADDRESS
Road Atlanta- Wednesday July 21 5300 Winder Highway Braselton, GA 30517
Gwinnett Center- Thursday July 22 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway Duluth, GA 30097
Harbins Elementary Road Race- Friday July 23 3578 New Hope Rd SE Dacula, GA 30019
Satelitte Rd. Time Trial – July 24 1738 Satellite Blvd NE Buford, GA 30518
Norcross Criterium- Saturday July 24 65 Lawrenceville St. Norcross, GA 30071
Progress Center- Sunday July 25 1130 Hurricane Shoals Rd. Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Race Hotel-Extended Stay Duluxe 770-623-6800 $61.99 3390 Venture Parkway Duluth, GA 30096

Check the locator map at Georgia Cycling

Contact: Cultural Arts & Community Center – (770) 448-2122 – nbrown@norcrossga.net
Downtown Historic Norcross

The Race Flyer is a PDF format. (partial information below)

On-line registration closes at 11:59 PM on July 18, 2010. On site registration opens two (2) hours before the start of the first race of the day. $15 – 2nd USA Cycling race on same day. Fees include USA Cycling insurance charge. All USA Cycling cyclists must fill out registration form/standard athlete’s release found on www.georgiacycling.net . This is an AMB Chip timed event. AMB chips will be available for rental onsite for $15 (1-5 days). DO NOT have to compete in all 6 races to be eligible for overall omnium payout. USA Cycling Sanctioned. All USA Cycling rules are in effect. Promoter reserves the right to combine prize lists if minimum fields are not met. All races go off rain or shine. NO REFUNDS.

REGISTRATION FEES: $30 discount for full omnium registration
**Early registration through July 13, 2010 (no late fees)
-Early reg. full omnium discount (all six races) for Masters 40+,Cat 4/5,Cat 3= $155
-Early reg. full omnium discount (all six races) for pro 1/2= $180
**From July 14, 2010 through July 18, 2010 = $5 late fee PER RACE
-July 14–18 omnium reg. for Masters 40+,Cat 4/5,Cat 3= $180; Pro 1/2= $205
** On site registration = $10 late fee PER RACE
-On site omnium reg. for Masters 40+,Cat 4/5,Cat 3= $205 Pro 1/2= $230

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TAKE A SWING, IT’S NATIONAL TENNIS MONTH!

Posted by admin on May 18, 2010  |  No Comments


The Hudlow Tennis Center

May is National Tennis Month, and there is no better time to get involved in this great sport. Tennis has always been regarded as one of the most beneficial activities for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is a sport in which the whole family can participate. Tennis creates the perfect bonding opportunity between parents and their children, and provides great opportunities to teach physical activity, discipline and hard work.

Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation would like to invite you to grab a racket and come enjoy the game of tennis at one of its many facilities. Each year, more than 100,000 participants enjoy tennis matches, lessons and camps on 48 outdoor courts at our award-winning parks! Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation offers more than 13 state level junior tennis tournaments, two national level tournaments and has hosted the international adult wheelchair tennis tournament. The Hudlow Tennis Center at Best Friend Park features 17 lighted tennis courts and is the convenient center of activity for USTA Junior Tournaments.

For more information about lessons, camps and league play, visit www.gwinnettparks.com, or come by one of our facilities and talk to our knowledgeable staff today and take a swing at some family fun!

Hudlow Tennis Center

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Karate Classes at Sugar Hill Parks

Posted by admin on February 23, 2010  |  No Comments


Karate Classes
Instructor: Renshi Sensei Michael Hoffman
Students will learn age appropriate self defense while developing stamina, coordination, and self confidence within a  structured environment. Classes are designed for continuous training to achieve Karate ranks as you progress from white belt to black belt.

Youth Beginner Class:
Class Schedule: Thursdays – March 18 – April 22
Time: 6:15 – 7:00 pm
Location: Sugar Hill Community Center
Ages: 6 – 9
Fees: $45.00
Youth Advanced Class:
Class Schedule: Tuesdays – March 16 – April 20
Time: 6:15 – 7:00 pm
Location: Sugar Hill Community Center
Ages: 6 – 9
Fees: $45.00
Junior Beginner Class:
Class Schedule: Tuesdays – March 16 – April 20
Time: 7:15 – 8:00 pm
Location: Sugar Hill Community Center
Ages: 10 – 14
Fees: $45.00


Junior Advanced Class:

Class Schedule: Thursdays – March 18 – April 22
Time: 7:15 – 8:00 pm
Location: Sugar Hill Community Center
Ages: 10 – 14
Fees: $45.00


Adult Tuesday/Thursday Class:

Class Schedule: Tuesdays/Thursdays – Mar 16 – Apr 22
Time: 8:15 – 9:00 pm
Location: Sugar Hill Community Center
Ages: 15 and up
Fees: $45.00 (once a week) $65.00 (twice a week)
NO CLASSES WEEK OF SPRING BREAK

For more information download the PDF of Sugar Hill Recreation Jan-March 2010 Guide

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Adult and Men’s League in Sugar Hill: Softball

Posted by admin on February 23, 2010  |  2 Comments


Adult Slow-Pitch Softball League

Spring 2010
Dates & Information:

Registration Begins: Monday, February 22, 2010
Registration Ends: Friday, March 19, 2010
Coach’s Meeting: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 7pm
Season Begins: Thursday, April 8, 2010
Season Ends: Thursday, June 3, 2010
  • 10 Team League
  • 9 Game Season with Playoffs.
  • Top six (6) teams will go to Playoffs.
  • Games are on Thursday evenings beginning at 7 pm at E. E. Robinson Park.

Spring 2010 Adult Softball Schedule

League Rules

Recreation Calendar

Men’s Slow-Pitch Softball League
Spring 2010
Dates & Information:

Registration Begins: Monday, February 22, 2010
Registration Ends: Friday, March 19, 2010
Coach’s Meeting: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 7pm
Season Begins: Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Season Ends: Tuesday, June 15, 2010
  • 12 Team League
  • 11 Game Season with Playoffs.
  • Top six (8) teams will go to Playoffs.
  • Games are on Tuesday evenings beginning at 7 pm at E. E. Robinson Park.

Spring 2010 Men’s Softball Schedule

League Rules

Recreation Calendar

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Adult Sports Leagues” Football, Basketball, Volleyball and Softball

Posted by admin on January 28, 2010  |  1 Comment


Team up to get fit and have fun! Gather your friends and family or let us match you up with another team. We
offer leagues for Basketball, Softball, Volleyball or Football. Call 770.822.5452 to get your team going!

The sports program begins in April.

Adult Team Sports
All leagues register by team only. *10-game season with qualifying post-season tournament. #7-match regular season with post-season tournament. For more information call 770.822.5152.

Football
Rabbit Hill Park, 400 Rabbit Hill Rd., Suwanee
Rhodes Jordan Park, 100 East Crogan St., Lawrenceville

Basketball & Volleyball
Rhodes Jordan Park Gym, 100 East Crogan St., Lawrenceville

Softball
Best Friend Park, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross
Bethesda Park 17, 225 Bethesda Church Rd., Lawrenceville
George Pierce Park. 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee

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Adult Soccer 7 v 7 at Snellville Parks

Posted by admin on January 15, 2010  |  No Comments


The 7 vs 7 soccer league is an open co-ed league for adults with a regular season and a single elimination tournament following the regular season.

GAMES
Games are played on Friday evenings at 7, 8 and 9 p.m.  Make up games due to rain outs will be added on to the end of the season or played on Saturday afternoons.

Contact the park office at 770-985-3535 for additional information.

Spring 2010 registration is open from January 11- February 12 with games beginning February 26th.

FEES:
$375 per team, $315 City Limit Resident Team(>51%);  $100 Deposit (non-refundable) due by Feb 12, 5 p.m. to ensure a spot in the League.  Limited space is available.

For more information visit the cities web site.

Attached Document or File7 v 7 Rules 2008.pdf
Attached Document or File7v7 Roster Registration Sheet.doc
Attached Document or FileSummer 09 Schedule and Standings.pdf

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Table Tennis is Returning to Rhodes Jordan Every Wednesday Night

Posted by admin on December 30, 2009  |  No Comments


Table Tennis at Rhodes Jordan

Table tennis is returning to Rhodes Jordan every Wednesday night beginning January 6th 2010. Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation will be utilizing the whole gym each Wednesday for open play.

Hours 6:00 – 9:00

Cost for Gwinnett County residents - $2 for adults and $1 for under age 18

Cost for out of county residents – $4 for adults and $2 for under age 18

All participants must show photo ID to receive county resident rate.

Thanks go out to Stacy Fowler of Gwinnett Parks and Recreation for getting table tennis going again at Rhodes Jordan. Under the new arrangement the county takes on full responsibility for the table tennis program at Rhodes Jordan. Patsy and Jon Gustavson have taken on positions with the Atlanta Georgia Table Tennis Association operating from Lucky Shoals. Jon is “excited to have the opportunity to play in Lawrenceville again and looks forward to seeing everyone at Rhodes Jordan on the 6th.

You can also check out the Gwinnett Table Tennis website.

Source: Thanks to Jon Gustavson, President of Atlanta Georgia Table Tennis Association.

Map - Rhodes Jordan

Rhodes Jordan Park
100 East Crogan Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Phone: (770) 822-5414

Rhodes Jordan is located at the intersection of Hwy.29 and Hwy.124 in Lawrenceville, Georgia, just north of downtown Lawrenceville. Gwinnett Table Tennis meets at the Community Center at the back of the park.

View Google Map to Rhodes Jordan

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SECOND ANNUAL RIDE FOR RALLY SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 17

Posted by admin on October 10, 2009  |  No Comments


Rideforrally

The second annual Ride for Rally benefiting the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research will be held at Addictive Cycling/Cafeine Café at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2009.

In honor of childhood cancer survivor Russell Tindol, the 50 mile ride was started last year by the Frazier Cycling members to show their cycling teammate Russell their support and help raise awareness for childhood cancer.  Russell has been in remission for one year and is back on his bike!

This year’s ride will offer a 10, 30 or 50 mile option and will be a social ride for all ages and levels.  You can register on line until Friday, October 16 or day of registration will begin at 7:00 a.m.  There will be a social BBQ after the ride that includes hot dogs & hamburgers for all riders.  There will also be live music provided by ACT 13 that will begin at 10:45 a.m.

Sponsored by Frazier Cycling, Addictive Cycling and Allgood Pest Solutions, entry fees for the ride are $30 on line or $35 day of the ride.

We hope you can come join Russell and his family and friends for a bike ride through Buford, Suwanee and Flowery Branch.  For more information about the ride, to register for the event or to make a general donation to the Ride for Rally fund please visit www.active.com/donate/rideforrally

About Rally Foundation:
Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Atlanta, Ga. with the sole mission of raising awareness and funds for childhood cancer research through volunteer grassroots initiatives. Rally Foundation currently supports 39 research projects across the country that aim to find better treatments and cures for childhood cancers. Visit www.rallyfoundation.org for more information.

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Corporate Challenge Celebrates 10 Years; Raising more than $92,000 over 10-year span

Posted by admin on October 5, 2009  |  No Comments


1st Place Division A: CISCO

1st Place Division A: CISCO

This year’s 10th annual Gwinnett Parks Foundation Corporate Challenge was a fun and rewarding success once again! The competition, which began on June 13 with Laser Tag and finished this Sept. 19 with a 5K Run, had 13 companies throughout Gwinnett competing in fun activities and challenges including Basketball, Billiards, Bowling, Disc Golf, Golf, Kickball, Laser Tag, Sand Volleyball, Table Tennis, Tennis, and Trivia.

This year, Cisco placed First Place in Div. A (100+ employees) and WIKA took Second Place in Div. A.

First Place in Div. B (1-99 employees) went to Rehrig Pacific Company and Second Place, Div. B to BravePoint.

Monies raised from the Gwinnett Parks Foundation Corporate Challenge go toward recreation scholarships that allow children and senior citizens an opportunity to participate in summer camps, sports programs, swim lessons, and other recreation classes who may not have been financially able to do so. Over the last 10 years, the Corporate Challenge has raised more than $92,000 toward the scholarship fund.

1st Place Division B Rehrig Pacific Company

1st Place Division B Rehrig Pacific Company

Major sponsors included the Gwinnett Parks Foundation, Gwinnett Daily Post, Cisco, DISH Network, Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation, Gwinnett Parks Foundation and Gwinnett United in Drug Education.

For more information on the Gwinnett Parks Foundation Corporate Challenge, call 770-822-8840.

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TABLE TENNIS IN GWINNETT at Rhodes Jordan and Lucky Shoals Parks

Posted by admin on October 1, 2009  |  No Comments


David Petro at Lucky Shoals Park

David Petro at Lucky Shoals Park

People are often surprised to find that there is a thriving table tennis program in Gwinnett County. Between the Gwinnett program at Rhodes Jordan Park and the Atlanta Georgia Table Tennis Association at Lucky Shoals over one hundred people a week participate, utilizing thirty tables.  These programs offer recreational open play and league matches to every age group and players of every level of experience. In addition, coaching is available from USATT certified coaches. For more information check out the website at www.gwinnetttabletennis.org

Lucky Shoals Park
Gwinnett Table Tennis Club
4651 Britt Road Norcross, Georgia 30071 (map)
18 Tables

  • Mondays (Tuesdays, starting Oct. 6)
  • AGTTA League -  Warm-up at 7:00 league matches begin at 8:00
  • Sunday open play, 1 – 5 pm

Rhodes Jordan Park
Gwinnett Table Tennis Club
100 E. Crogan Street Lawrenceville, Georgia 30045-4950 (map)
7 Butterfly Tables

  • Wednesday open play, 6 -10 pm
    (Under 1500 USATT league begins at 7:30)
  • Saturday open play, 2 – 6 pm

Want to know more about Table Tennis around Atlanta visit www.atlantatabletennis.com

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City of Duluth Park’s Fall Guide Now Online

Posted by admin on August 5, 2009  |  No Comments


The City of Duluth just uploaded their Fall Activity Guide to scribd.com. We’ve embeded it below. It includes tennis programs, senior activities, youth sports, recreational programs and classes.

Fall Activity Guide 2009

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Next Christian Runner’s Club Group Run at Suwanee Creek Park

Posted by admin on July 14, 2009  |  No Comments


christianrunnnersThe Christian Runners Club started as a small little running group in north Atlanta that decided to pray before they run, giving praise and thanks to their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

It’s expanded since and continues meeting and running throughout the Metro Atlanta area.

Their next free group run is July 18 @ 7am on the Suwanee Greenway meeting at the southernmost trailhead: Suwanee Creek Park at 1175 Buford Highway, Suwanee, 30024.  The park is across the street from the animal rescue center and Suwanee Creek bike shop. The trail is about 9 miles.  Run more or less as needed for your training schedule.

Next Runs on Schedule:
July 26: Tribble Mill Park.
August 1 Hebron.

Always call ahead to check the Gwinnett contact # 678 325 9582
Call anytime to confirm run details.
Richard Hopkins is the person heading the group. His contact number is 678-446-9888 ChristianRunners, Atlanta, GA

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GWINNETT BIKE FEST Ready to Roll….July 22-26, 2009

Posted by admin on July 9, 2009  |  No Comments


Gwinnett Bike Fest

Gwinnett Bike Fest

The Gwinnett Sports Commission (GSC) and Top View Sports will bring you the 3rd Annual Gwinnett Bike Fest, July 22-26. This year’s event has been expanded to 6 races over 5 days, building off the success of last year’s event that drew over 500 participants from 11 states. With a prize purse of over $11,000 distributed daily and overall the Gwinnett Bike Fest will attract both amateur and professional cyclists of all ages from around the Southeast and will benefit the American Cancer Society and Foster Children’s Foundation. In its 3rd year of existence, the Gwinnett Bike Fest has turned out to be one of the biggest bike races in the Southeast, and a race that cyclists everywhere circle on the calendars as a must to attend. Daily and overall prizes will be presented in an effort to promote riders to participate in all events. This year’s schedule of events has a little bit of everything.

• Wednesday, July 22 – Road Atlanta Circuit Race (Braselton, GA)

• Thursday, July 23 – Gwinnett Center Criterium (Duluth, GA)

• Friday, July 24 – Subaru of Gwinnett Road Race (Dacula, GA)

• Saturday, July 25 – Addictive Cycles Time Trial (Buford, GA)

• Saturday, July 25 – Downtown Norcross Criterium (Norcross, GA)

• Sunday, July 26 – Events Response Circuit Race (Lawrenceville, GA) I

n addition, the July 25th, Downtown Norcross Criterium will be a huge festival, with Radio Disney on site, a bike stunt team, music, and lots of great historic downtown bars, restaurants and shops to enjoy. The Gwinnett Bike Fest is also the tenth stop on the newly formed Georgia points series, the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix, a 12 event race series that includes well known, established races throughout Georgia. Find out more about the Gwinnett Bike Fest by visiting www.gcvb.org/bikefest. For more information on races, scheduling, and registration, visit www.GeorgiaCycling.net .

2009 Georgia Cycling Gran Prix Race Schedule: Race Schedule

2/28-3/1 TopView Cycling Classic – Winder, GA

3/7-8 Regions Bank Race Weekend – Albany, GA

4/25 Athens Twilight Criterium – Athens, GA

4/26 Historic Roswell Criterium – Roswell, GA

5/3 Global BMW Sandy Springs Cycling Classic – Sandy Springs, GA

5/16-17 Team Cycleworks p/b HDR State Road Race – Cherokee County, GA

5/30-31 Tour Dahlonega – Dahlonega, GA

6/6-7 Low Country Classic – Beaufort, SC**

6/27-28 Cycle for Parkinsons – Dacula and Lawrenceville, GA

7/21-26 Gwinnett Bike Fest – Various Locations, GA

8/1-2 Cumming Classic p/b Reality Bikes – Cumming, GA

8/29-30 Summer Finale Weekend – Lawrenceville and Loganville, GA

8/29 Georgia Cycling Gran Prix Awards Banquet

For more information regarding race details, please visit www.GeorgiaCycling.net, the new home for the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix. **This will be the state time trial championships for Georgia and South Carolina.

About the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix The Georgia Cycling Gran Prix is a series of first-class bicycle races produced primarily in the state of Georgia. These races bring provide great venues, fast results reporting, friendly registration staff, and most importantly, fun and safe racing. Anchored by the 30th Annual Athens Twilight Criterium and the third annual Gwinnett Bike fest, the GCGP is excited to combine these great events into a solid racing series boasting twelve events that include 25 total days of racing. There will be an overall points competition and prize money, with an awards reception at the conclusion of the series to recognize the winners of each category.

About Gwinnett Sports Commission The Gwinnett Sports Commission’s mission is to foster economic development through coordinating and developing Gwinnett’s role as a leading site for sports events involving youth, collegiate, amateur, and professional organizations. About Swagger.us Swagger has more than 60 years of combined experience as a sports-marketing and event-management organization. The nation’s leading producer in criterium racing, Swagger currently produces 40 criterium events, including America’s premier criterium, the Athens Twilight Criterium. Swagger also provides a wide range of services and equipment that allows race promoters, race directors, and sponsors to pick and choose which services and what equipment they need in order to best suit the specific needs of their event.

About TopView Sports TopView Sports is a Sports Management Company, specializing in the planning, marketing, and operations of cycling related products and services. Our professional team has the capacity, experience, and resources to manage best-in-class cycling assets and resources. Our vision is to bring communities, families, and participants together by promoting cycling with passion as a lifestyle. Our mission is to create best-in-class competitive and recreational cycling products and services for professional, amateur, and family participants. Our values are faith, family, community and excellence.

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Cycle For Parkinson’s Weekend (Georgia Cycling Gran Prix Event)

Posted by admin on June 3, 2009  |  No Comments


Location: Throughout Gwinnett
Phone: 770-814-6052
Admission: Free for spectators
http://www.georgiacycling.net
Frazier Cycling, TopView Sports and the Gwinnett Sports Commission have teamed up to bring you another high quality, first-class bike racing event, with proceeds benefiting the Georgia Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association. Over 300 riders from Georgia and the Southeast will compete in the Cycle For Parkinsons two day event (a part of the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix)

The Georgia Cycling Gran Prix is a bike points series which includes 25 days of racing through 12 events, produced by four different promoters. In its inaugural year this series will associate Georgia’s best long standing events into a year-long points system.

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Gwinnett Runners Wednesday Night Runs at Little Mulberry Park

Posted by admin on May 19, 2009  |  No Comments


Little Mulberry Park

Little Mulberry Park

The Gwinnett Runners Club will be running on Wednesday nights at Little Mulberry Park. The park has two 2-mile multi-use trails that are connected as well as a nice 4.5 mile cross-country trail. The park offers plenty of shade and should make running in the summertime more comfortable.

The club will be meeting at the Hog Mountain Rd. entrance which is located 3900 Hog Mountain Rd, Dacula, GA 30019 at 7pm.

The Gwinnett Running Club ia a running group in the Northern Gwinnett area, and membership is free. Registration prior to running would be suggested. They welcome walkers and runners of all abilities and styles – short or long distances, road or trail.  Check out their calendar page to see the scheduled run times. Their group runs are currently in the Suwanee (the Greenway at 7:30am on Saturdays) and Lawrenceville area.

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