Recreational and competitive spring-summer programs abound. And, with that background, the area is ending the century with a brand new women s fastpitch league. Slowpitch is predominant for adults, though there are a few teams left from what used to be a substantial men s fastpitch community. There are recreational and competitive slowpitch leagues for men s, women s and coed teams. Basketball is mostly addressed through Basketball Congress International programs that are closely associated with each high school s program.
Soccer clubs exist in each community, offering exposure to select and premier levels of play.
Athletic clubs and local golf courses have played a large part in helping the area gain recognition in golf and tennis. And there are a variety of swimming, wrestling and gymnastics clubs that cater to various competitive levels and age groups. While it often is wet in the Northwest, South Sound golfers will find lots of opportunities to play on some beautiful and challenging layouts. The area has more than 30 courses. In addition, there are several nine-hole courses and a handful of driving ranges, executive nines and places to take lessons.