The summer sports scene on Anna Maria Island kicked off with a series of golf competitions at the Key Royale Club, where local players chased low scores under sunny skies. Bill Shuman captured the men’s weekly Stableford match with a plus‑3 score, while a team of Mike Cusato, Nelson Eagle, and Quentin Talbert won a nine‑hole scramble with a 5‑under‑par 27. Another scramble tied for first place when Chuck Patrick, Charlie Porter, and Terry Schaefer posted a 2‑under‑par 30. Steve Vasbinder took the men’s long‑drive contest, and Rene Chapman claimed the women’s long‑drive title.
Football Action
Adult flag football leagues at the Center of Anna Maria Island delivered a slate of high‑scoring contests. Pavina Bros. Window Cleaning routed The Fish Guy Aquarium Services 46‑26, while Salty Printing edged Moss Air 27‑20. Luxury Services cruised past USA Fence 41‑20, and Solid Rock Construction dismantled Fishing with Salty 46‑14. Mi‑Box narrowly defeated Moss Builders 20‑14, and The Gitt Team slipped past G.I. Bins 4‑3, providing plenty of excitement for spectators across the island.
Soccer Scores
Youth soccer matches across the 8‑10 and 11‑13 divisions produced tight contests. In the 8‑10 bracket, The Gitt Team edged G.I. Bins 4‑3, and Leading Edge Investments downed USA Fence 11‑6. The 11‑13 division saw 82 West Home Inspections overpower Solid Rock Construction 8‑4, while GML Coatings narrowly beat RAK’s Wings ‘N Things 5‑3, highlighting the competitive spirit of the league.
Horseshoes and Upcoming Runs
A horseshoe tournament at Anna Maria City Hall crowned Tom Betty and Gersey Fernandes as champions after a 22‑20 victory. The pair will soon face a busy schedule as the Run Manatee 5K Series prepares a July 11 run at Bradenton Beach’s Coquina Beach, while the Center of Anna Maria Island announces a three‑week youth golf clinic at Key Royale Club this summer, offering junior players a chance to hone their skills on the course.