Hey Everyone - Pat Kennar is going to get a quick Ultimate training session
going Nov 8th after services (1:30'ish) at Gateway, then we'll have play some
pick-up games.

For more info, Pat's contact info is: pat.kannar@....

*** We're going to be communicating more through the Gateway Sports and Rec
Facebook page vs. the YahooGroups.  Just do a quick search and you'll be able to
find it (Gateway Sports and Rec).


Thanks,
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Everyone,

I am having softball practice every Monday @ 7pm at Havins Field 1 or 3 till
October 22. This is open to everyone that plays or wants to just meet more
people. You can bring your kids, friends, husband, wife or partner to play with
us. We do have some extra gloves to use so if you don't have one and still want
to practice that is ok too.

Contact Kris with more details.


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Hi Everyone,

There has been a change to 2 of the Sports leagues.  Also, I have included
information about a Great Leadership Conference in the 2nd bullet point.

1 - There has been a change to the days for Co-ed Softball and Men's Basketball.

Co-ed Softball is now on Tuesdays.
Men's Basketball is now on Thursdays.

You can register to play at www.gatewaychurch.com/sports.

Feel free to e-mail sports@... with any questions.

2 - There is a fantastic Leadership Conference

So you `Still Haven't Found what You're Looking For' in growing personally as a
leader?
Join us as we co-host `The Leadership Summit' 2009
August 6th and 7th – Thursday and Friday 8am to 5pm
Gateway discount pricing ($50 off the regular price) is $135

Join us for this year's Leadership Summit 2009.  Hear from U2 front man Bono,
together with other world-class influencers, about their compelling vision for
how the church can lead through these troubled times.  What opportunities exist?
What leadership development do we need?  How can we re-shape culture through our
leadership?  The 2009 faculty of leaders will stretch your thinking and deliver
practical skills to help you navigate the shifting realities of your world.

The Leadership Summit Faculty Includes:
·         Bill Hybels – Senior Pastor of WillowCreek Community Church.
·         David Gergen – Political Analyst for CNN and PBS and former White
House advisor to four U.S. Presidents.
·         Jessica Jackley – Co-Founder of Kiva.org the world's first
peer-to-peer micro-lending website.
·         Tim Keller – Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church of NY.
·         Chip Heath – Professor at Stanford's Graduate School of Business.
·         Wes Stafford – President of Compassion International which serves one
million children  in 24 countries.
·         Others…

This is a great event for anyone at Gateway in a role of influence in the
church, the workplace or the community who want to sharpen their leadership
edge.  At the conference site we will have time to gather everyone from Gateway
to process what we are hearing.  As the co-host of this event, with Westlake
Hills Presbyterian Church (the Austin satellite location), we get a significant
registration discount.  Take advantage of this discount by registering from the
Gateway homepage using the promo code:  LEAD2009.

Register at www.GatewayChurch.com using the promo code: LEAD2009

See you at the Leadership Summit 2009!!!


Thanks
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Everyone,

The Summer Sports League registrations are now available for Men's Flag
Football, Men's Basketball, Softball (Mens and Co-Ed), and Co-Ed Volleyball.

Below are the links to register. If you are currently on a team, please get the
link to register from your coach to remain on that team.

Each sport will be played at the Hyde Park Quarries (Mopac/Braker area).  The
Men's basketball also uses a second gym around 45th/Guadelupe.

Co-ed Volleyball (Monday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/ls2g4v

Men's Softball (Monday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/mww3un

Basketball (Tuesday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/lecemj

Co-ed Softball (Thursday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/kraxlo

Flag Football (Saturday mornings) http://tinyurl.com/nq7v96

Please e-mail sports@... with any additional questions.

PS - If you wish to receive general Sports information, please get on the
General Sports Gateway Yahoo Group by scrolling to the bottom of the following
link: www.gatewaychurch.com/sports.

Thanks Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Everyone,

I wanted to share with you that there is already a group of 30 people from
Gateway who are attending next Tuesday's baseball game.  Our group box seat
tickets are 1/2 price, so they are just $6 a piece.

If you're interested in attending, please contact Lisa Hackbarth at
lisa.hackbarth@....

She can hook you up with tickets.  The ticket deadline is tomorrow, so get with
her quickly.  She has set up a PayPal account that you can use on-line.

I'm looking forward to seeing you out there.  I'm taking the family.

ps - For those on my basketball team, we have a 'bye' next week so we can make
the Express game.


Thanks
Todd
789-9658

The last email was stated the game was at 7 this is not correct the game is at
8pm

I am looking for a girl for our game at 7 tomorrow this may turn into a full
time deal. please email me at kriskeush@... thank you for your help.

Kris

Hey Everyone,

I wanted to share with you a few things:
1 - We have a General Gateway Sports YahooGroup that will give you updates on
all the
sports. You can join atwww.gatewaychurch.com/sport s then scroll to the
bottom and plug in your e-mail. Another way you could join is by
clicking on the following link:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GatewaySports/join We will use this
General YahooGroup for information about all sports activities and will be
limiting this group to Basketball

2 - We are having Dudefest next weekend (June 19-20) at the Hidden Falls
Adventure Park in Marble Falls
(just 45 minutes away). To see a small piece of what goes on at
Dudefest, just watch this video. I'll be there and want to personally
invite you to join me. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEI7i8GqhlU
There will be Ammo, Bows, Mountain Bikes, Fishing, and so many other
trade group areas that you can learn. If you have any questions about
Dudefest, just contact Nate at flyingsalmon@...


Thanks,
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Everyone,

Here are some opportunities from the CLC (Christian Life Center) at the Quarries
which is where we play our indoor sports leagues.

Summer is here, so come out and play! We have some exciting events for adults to
kick off summer this at the Quarries!

1. A new session of Quarries Tennis starts this Thursday. ALL skill levels -
beginner to advanced - we have a "fun in the sun" workout for you!  Cardio
Tennis, Group Lessons, semi-private, and private-lessons are available. Check
out the website for more details and registration. email if you have any
questions: 10SMinistry@....

2. Relive your playground days and come play some DODGEBALL! Get a team of 6-8
(including 1 female) and register online. We are waiving the late fee, but
Thursday will be the last day to register for all teams. All registration is
online. Cost is $125/team and includes 3 game minimum, prizes, and meal. All
proceeds go to our Quarries youth scholarship fund.

3. Don't like working out alone? Come join our fun fitness classes! We have
great instructors who will motivate and encourage you. Our summer session starts
June 1st and our class listings are all online. Not a member of the CLC? It's
okay! You can still get a class punch card for 10 classes for $30. No other gym
offers a deal like that!

Find details for all these activities and more online at www.hpbc.org/quarries.

We hope to see you here soon!
Many Blessings,
Your Quarries Staff

Upcoming Events for Recreation Ministry:

Smash Your Face Dodgeball Tourney
Date(s): May 30 2009
Time(s): Saturday, 1:00p - 6:00p
Description: Registration for Smash Your Face Dodgeball Tournament


Cardio Tennis
Date(s): Jun 1 2009
Time(s): varied
Description: The Cardio class is a 1-hour recreational class with heart rate
monitors (we provide), music, and fun. You'll get as much of a workout as you
want to put into it. The skill level is from a Mid-Beginner to Advanced level
players. You can sign up for Monday or Thursday or both days.


Camp Quarry Lake
Date(s): Jun 8 2009
Time(s): 9:00a - 5:00p
Description: Registration for Camp Quarry Lake weekly options

Hey Everyone,

I know it's the Softball Yahoo Group, but I'm sure there are 1-2 golfers or
wannabe golfers in the group.  The following Golf event is for people of all
skill level and it's being run by Gateway volunteers.
----
Register now for the June 6 golf tournament at Forest Creek Golf Club. Save $10
per person by registering before May 20.

www.gatewaychurch.com/sports

We're structuring teams so that everyone has an equal chance of winning.

If you've played in one of our tournaments before you know they are a lot of fun
for golfers of all playing abilities. Proceeds are being directed this year to
the Gateway food pantry that supplies food for hundreds of local families every
month.

If you have questions please contact me directly.

Chuck
cbesondy@...
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Thanks,
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

I think I have everyone now but still may need one girl. I would like to thank
everyone for the hell and will see you all at the games :)

I will be needing some subs tomorrow if anyone wants to play please email me at
kriskeush@... I will know how many tonight. Thank you everyone.

Kris

When does the quaries season start?  I could not find the info on the HPBC
website.   I am trying to finish an ascending leaders class and need to know
when we start.

Hi Everyone,

Are you looking for a fun time with a good workout with some great people?

We have a few openings left for a new Co-ed Softball team that is starting up
with Gateway.  This is open for anyone, Gatewayers, neighbors, employees, etc...

It's a first come, first serve process and we need about 6 more people to make a
team.  If we can't get 6, then we will not be able to have the team.

The link to register is: http://tinyurl.com/SB-CoEd-Spring-Gateway

Feel free to e-mail sports@... with any questions.


Thanks,
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Softball'ers,

There are a number of things coming up with Gateway Sports. 

Connect:

1 - New Men's and Co-ed Softball Spring season is starting at the beginning of May with Registrations starting now.  If you've been looking for an area to help with Gateway, we will need a coach or two to step up due to the high demand.  Here's the link to register: Men's Softball: http://tinyurl.com/SB-Spring-Gateway

Co-ed Softball: http://tinyurl.com/SB-CoEd-Spring-Gateway    

* If you are currently on a team, please contact your coach for the correct to register.

2 - Basketball - I'd like to get a pick-up game together this Wednesday at the McNeil Gateway location after work.  The weather's a little sketchy, but let's schedule a time at 5:30pm.  Bring some water.

3 - Basketball - We have our 4th Annual 3 on 3 Southside Shootout April 18th.  The deadline is April 13th.

Details: It's that time again! Get your basketball teams together for this year's 3 on 3 basketball tournament at Covington Middle School. Games begin at 10am! The tournament is co-ed and it will be double elimination so each team will play two games guaranteed! The cost is $5 per player and tournament T-shirts can be purchased for $10 but are not required.  The potluck picnic will begin at noon. More details on the picnic to come so stay tuned! Registration for tournament ends April 13th so register now!  The link is below.

http://mygatewaychurch.com/users/southcampus/index.php?mode=view

4 - Gateway Sports in the garage - Come on out and connect with others from Sports on April 19th at the Garage from 11 - 1 pm.  We'll be hanging out.

Help:

1 - Miracle League Help - We are looking for a number of people to come out and volunteer for the spring season.  You can find more information at www.miracle.tandcsports.org.  The season begins April 4th.  Please contact Claire Milam for further questions at clairemilam@....

2 – The Special Olympics are looking for helpers for April 24^th and/or April 25^th.  You won't find a more rewarding experience.  Volunteer at: http://a13sp09.eventbrite.com/

Grow:

Come check out the Gateway Sports Small Group.  They meet up twice a month and head to a sporting event once a month.  They have golfers, softball players, basketball players, tennis players, and all other people interested in sports in the group.  For more information, contact Todd Cottrell at tbc68@....

** Please remember if you reply, the message will be sent to everyone in the YahooGroup.  If you forward your message to me, then I will be the only one to receive your e-mail.

Hopefully I'll see you on Wednesday at the basketball court!

Thanks,

Todd

Gateway Sports

789-9658