by Elean Gersack

It may be snowy and cold now, but in a few short months the air will warm and children will be kicking and hitting balls on fields everywhere. Now is the time to register for those spring sports leagues. To help save a few steps, check out the organizations listed below to get things started.

Castle Rock Recreation Center: Baseball, Softball and Soccer Registration for spring baseball, softball and soccer begins in January. For more information and to register, visit www.crgove.com/recreation and click on “Register Now.”

Colorado Elite: Soccer Formerly known as Centennial Soccer, Colorado Elite offers spring recreational, competitive and adult soccer leagues. Visit www.centennialsoccer.com for more information or to register.

Cougars Lacrosse: Lacrosse Registration for girls and boys spring lacrosse is happening now. Visit www.cougarslax.com for more information and to register.

Dolphins: Baseball Registration for spring baseball opens online this month. Baseball is open to children ages five to 13 as of May 1, 2007. The season runs April 6, 2007 through June 17, 2007. For more information, visit www.dcdolphins.com.

Real Colorado: Soccer Real Colorado offers recreational, competitive and adult soccer leagues. Register children ages three and older as well as adults for the spring season. Visit www.realcolorado.net to register online or call 303-694-6882 for more information.

Lone Tree Recreation Center: Lone Tree Recreation Center offers a host of youth and adult activities. For a complete listing and to register, visit www.sspr.org.