The second sporting event I attended this weekend was the Deveroes Summer League at Woodward High…read moreSchool. Each summer, the majority of Cincinnati, Xavier, Miami, Northern Kentucky, and Dayton's basketball players play in the league, as well as other current local players and sometimes past "legends." Current NBA stars David West, Jason Maxiell, James Posey and Kenyon Martin have all played in the league, so it is a great chance to see the future of the UC and Xavier programs first hand, among other things. As a die-hard Bearcat fan, I look forward to this event each summer as a way of seeing the top returning players up close, but even more so the new guys. The biggest draw for most fans is probably that opportunity to see the incoming recruits for the first time. The actual coaches aren't allowed per NCAA rules, essentially negating any defense that may be have been played. Get ready for plenty of dunks and exciting fast-break plays though. The Woodward gym is maybe two or three years old, so it's great place to watch the games, even when the top guys aren't on the court. The players walk and sit among the fans when not out playing on the court, so it is a great opportunity for young fans to score an autograph, or for the older crowd to chat among their favorite players. The quality of basketball is nothing like what you'll see during the real college basketball season, but for a $3 donation, it's more than worth it. The league will run through July 26.

Nice dog park. Enjoyed lunch with friends and family under one of the covered areas. The little…read moreones loved watching the dogs run in the gated area plus loved playing on the playground. Plenty of parking and great location right off the interstate.

I can not say enough go things about this well maintained and HUGE dog park that my pup loves. This…read morepark is in the back of a park that is filled with soccer fields, football practices and the cutest playground for kids. It is a huge, open space that has an old run down water tower in the center that has been painted by Cincinnati Art Works. The mural features a lot of bright colors and of course, pups. There is a water area for drinks, benches for you to sit while your pup plays and plenty of trash cans and doggie bags for easy clean-up. This is a dog park you have to pay to have membership too, which personally I love, that way you know all the dogs are up to date on shots, flea medicine, vaccines and (hopefully) tend to not be aggressive. That being said they are still dogs. To purchase the membership you must go to Julifs Park in Anderson to get membership before you can even check it out because it is locked and gated. And for good reason, members are very good about not giving out the passcode to even not only their dogs but all dogs in the dog park safe. If you live in Anderson, you also get a discount to this park so if you're looking for some social interaction for your doggo - head to Kellogg Dog Park!

My daughter is a member of the Cincinnati volleyball academy that practices at courts 4 sports- we…read morecan't say enough good things- especially about coach Amy! She is communicative to parents and "hard but fair" (my daughter's words) with the girls. I'm just 2 months, my daughter has come such. Long way- as has her team! Great coaching and great communication! New owners- now with wi-fi too!

The new ownership is great! (2022?). They have been working hard to revitalize the space. The…read moreinclusion of Explosion Athletics is a welcome change because you don't have to go anywhere else to train. Play and train in the same location. The trainers are knowledgeable and good at teaching the correct movements so no one gets hurt. I highly recommend Courts 4 Sports and Explosion Athletics.

As a disclaimer, I got free tickets through Yelp (thanks Yelp; thanks Rollergirls!) Pro tip: look…read moreup some of the rules of the game before you go - basic rules are printed in the program, but it took awhile to understand what was going on. While the venue is dated, it's charming. The old fieldhouse at Xavier has a dusty/ dingy type of grungy character about it that I actually like. I have to say: this might not have been an activity that I would have seeked out myself... but now that I have been once, I would definitely return!

A different experience and something everyone should try at least once. The girls definitely has…read moreskills and made me want to go roller skating to practice on perfecting my skills. The major thing that was missing is knowing what the hand gestures meant because you couldn't hear what was being said on the sound system. It was nice they put in the brochure the concept of the game for someone like me that had never been to a game. Lastly, the location could have been better... it was very dusty causing my allergies to flare up so, I had to leave after halftime.

It's 2024 get air conditioning! Industrial fans that do nothing but turn this oven into a…read moreconvection oven

Safety Concerns: I & my husband attended volleyball…read moretournaments January 2024 at Sports Express. The facility was extremely overcrowded & dirty; especially the restrooms. My major concern is that one of the volleyball trainers had barricaded one of the exits. from the courts That is a FIRE HAZARD!!!! In the event of an emergency such as a fire or natural disaster, hundreds of children could have died!! Isnt this a FIRE HAZARD & isn't this ILLEGAL? This needs to be addressed IMMEDIATELY!!!

Spent some time here as a spectator for our church's softball team. Nice little area!…read more The fields themselves look good but not really any bleacher space for the fans. For sure plan on bringing a picnic blanket or foldable chairs! Between games we went on a little walk and found tons of parking, a kids play area and a very big boat ramp/parking. Everything is mostly clean and has a small view of the Ohio River. Nothing amazing going on here but I have no problem going back to watch a game with or without my family! Side note: the walking trail from Otto and Lunken connect through here as well.

I had never visited Schmidt ballfields before but I get the impression that it's been at least a…read morepublic boat ramp for a long time in cincinnati. The reason I ventured here was for the new paved trails. Schmidt is now the furthest west completed point on the east side of the ohio river trail connection. You can run east all the way to lunkin airport through the Congress trailhead and past the future site of the Carrel Street Station. The trail is very wide and smooth with ample room for multiple bikers and pedestrians. I would say that when the Ohio is very high, much of this section of trail is under water. I've not used the ballfields or the boat ramp but they both look functional and both were in use by many people on a tuesday afternoon.

Great gym! Classic feel with all the modern equipment anyone may need. Great for networking…read moreentertaining clients.

This club is a wonderful environment. Timeless, elegant and fully equipped. I highly recommend.read more

TennisCincy is great. I've been playing for a few years now. I love that you can schedule matches…read morebased on your individual schedule--which is so helpful when juggling other responsibilities. The league is well-run and I've met a lot of great people. Playing even one session is well worth the cost. I hadn't played tennis in years and this league has really gotten me back into it. Highly recommend!

I have now played well over 80 matches in the league. I had just been playing in the singles…read moreleague, but now have also joined a doubles league. Both leagues are a lot of fun. The scheduling is totally flexible and there are a good number of players in each division. I have been able to get multiple matches in most weeks. The cost is minimal and is a good value.

CUPA organizes league play ultimate frisbee for players in the Cincinnati area and provides…read moreinformation about various pick-up game locations across the city. I have played in their summer leagues for 4 years now, and I have always had an amazing time. They offer summer league play at both the recreational and the experienced level, so you feel welcome no matter if you are a newbie or a seasoned veteran. The rec league games are always a lot of fun, and competitiveness varies from team to team. The experienced league is usually pretty competitive and has some ridiculously good players in it. They also offer two 8-week winter leagues, played indoors on SportsTurf, and a youth summer league. All of the leagues have tournaments at the end of the season. Summer league games are once a week, for 2 hours, 6:30-8:30 PM, at Francis Recreacres (off Reed Hartman by I-275) either Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. The season is 9 games long + tournament, and cost varies as follows (with a t-shirt provided for each player): $80 for both leagues - did not recruit a new player $75 for both leagues - recruited a new player in either league $70 for both leagues - recruited one or more players in both leagues $70 for both leagues - first time player in Cincinnati Summer League $60 for both leagues - YUC players $40 for one league - have played in Cincinnati Summer League before, did not recruit a new player $35 for one league - recruited a new player in either league $35 for one league - first time player in Cincinnati Summer League $30 for one league - YUC players Winter league costs $65-75 per person (due to field rental costs), and covers ~12 hours of play time (12x1 hour games). Pick-up games are listed with some contact information. Tons of fun and a great way to make new friends who usually love to hang out/go out after the games!

CUPA is seriously the best. I've played in a number of their leagues, and they are all a ton of…read morefun, with great people and organizers to boot. Spring and Fall Leagues are generally played at Lockland HS, on turf. They run two 1-hour games in one night, weekly. Winter league is played on an indoor soccer stadium, again on turf. I haven't played in that one, but I've heard it's a ton of fun. It does tend to be more expensive thanks to facility rental though. If you're new to Ultimate and want to get started with the best group of people out there, do summer league. Generally runs June-early August, there are dozens of teams of 10-20 people (per team) that play a two hour game on Wednesday nights, weekly. It's played at Francis Recreacres near Sharonville. Summer league is meant for beginners, it's a teaching league with a mix of new and experienced players. Spirit prizes are generally given after each game, and there's a lot of fun to be had. Well organized, with plenty of notification for weather delayed/cancelled games. Registration includes a t-shirt and entrance into the tournament, where breakfast and a grill out bookend the season. Everyone is seriously, the nicest, and there is much fun to be had by all.