Sports in Brief: Northern Fairfax
By Staff
Hornets softball falters at Centreville
The Herndon softball team dropped a tough game to Centreville Monday night, 7-0.
Centreville, which improved to 16-2 overall and 11-0 in the Concorde District, already had the No. 1 seed in the district tournament in hand. Herndon fell to 11-6, 6-4, and will most likely play as the second seed in the tournament, which starts next week.
Senior pitcher Katie Briggs went the distance for Herndon, allowing six hits and four earned runs. She struck out six batters and walked only one.
At the plate, the Hornets were only able to muscle three hits off Centreville pitcher Brianne Pease – courtesy of Marra Hvozdovic, Briggs and Julia Miller. Chelsea Roseberry reached base on a walk.
Herndon closes out the regular season at Robinson Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Fairfax graduate Schmitt selected by Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks selected Fairfax High School graduate Owen Schmitt with the 163rd pick -- a fifth-round choice -- in last weekend's NFL Draft.
Schmitt, a 6-foot-2, 247-pound fullback who served as Heisman Trophy candidate Steve Slaton's primary blocking back at West Virginia University, will look to earn a spot on special teams and possibly serve as incumbent Leonard Weaver's backup.
Tryouts and announcements
Oakton High school is seeking a head and assistant coach for the swim team, and an assistant football coach. Call the athletic office at 703-319-2760 for more information.
Registration is now open for McLean Youth Soccer's Premium Soccer Academy Summer Camp for ages 5 to 16. Players from MYS and other clubs are invited to register for weekly sessions offered June 16 through Aug. 15 at Lewinsville Park in McLean. For questions, e-mail MYS at admin@mcleansoccer.org, call 703-506-8068 or visit http://www.mcleansoccer.org/.
The 21st annual Herndon Festival Spring Golf Tournament will be played on May 29 at Herndon Centennial Golf Course. The tournament, which costs $150 for individuals and $600 per foursome, kicks off at 12:30 p.m. in a shotgun format. The full package includes lunch and dinner, beverages throughout the day, use of the driving range and gift bags. There will be trophies for the winners, as well as various contests on the course. To register, visit www.dullesregionalchamber.org/events/golf.html.