Long-distance running legend, Bill Rodgers, a four-time winner of both the Boston and New York marathons, will be the guest sports celebrity speaker at the George Sheehan Classic Runners Forum on Friday night at 7:30 in Marine Park, Red Bank. The George Sheehan Classic five-mile run through Red Bank is Saturday at 8:30 a.m. Call (732) 988-7725 for more information.
The historic Van Cortlandt Golf Course in the Bronx, N.Y., the oldest public course in the United States, has reopened following extensive renovations. The par-70, 6,122-yard layout provides golfers of all ages and abilities with an exceptional challenge. The course, located right off the Major Deegan Expressway, ranges from a flat, links-like terrain to mountain-like holes with a picturesque view of the Riverdale area. Van Cortlandt Park’s original layout dates to 1895. For tee time reservations or more information, call the course at (718) 543-4595.
The Peninsula Eagles U13 boys soccer team has openings on its roster for the fall season in the Monmouth-Ocean Soccer Association. Call Coach Jim for a tryout at (732) 870-9547.
Red Bank Catholic High School is seeking as assistant boys soccer coach and an assistant girls field hockey coach for the fall season. Applicants must have 60 college credits. Contact Joe Montano at (732) 747-1211 or e-mail [email protected].