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Article: A league of your own ; Summer leagues offer fun in the sun

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May 7, 2009
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As spring turns into summer and cold days become a distant memory, it's natural that more people want to spend time outdoors. For those looking to participate in some organized activities outside, there are a multitude of summer leagues available.

Adult volleyball

For the past 22 years, people have spent their springs and summers hitting the sand at Volley's. The spring season is in progress, but the summer volleyball season will start on July 6. Registration will start toward the end of May.

There are three types of teams -- men's, women's and coed -- and three categories within those teams -- recreational, intermediate and power. Recreational is for anybody who wants to play, says manager ...

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