Meet-and-greet night April 26

The intense focus, the unmistakable metal ping – followed by cheers from one side and groans from the other – is the sound of another ringer on the horseshoe pits.

The Lake Orion Horseshoe Club season is 15 weeks, with scoring by handicap play so it is competitive for all, said Ron Price, president of the club.

There are openings in the Tuesday night league, with a sign up at a meet-and-greet 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 26 at the horseshoe courts off Anderson Street by the Orion Township Fire Station 1.

Cost is $40 per person with awards and celebration at end of the season.

The Lake Orion Horseshoe Club was established in 1960 and is Michigan’s oldest horseshoe club.

The club meets regularly on Tuesdays for practice and league competition and has some weekend tournaments. The club has also hosted the Michigan state doubles tournament for several years.

While many people may have only played horseshoes in their backyards and are concerned about playing in competition, Price says the club offers instruction to help pitchers of all skill levels improve their game.

The club also has several state champions who can help beginners develop their skills.

Visit the Lake Orion Horseshoe Club website, www.lakeorionhorseshoeclub.com, or check them out on Facebook at Lake Orio Horseshoe Club.

Call Ron at 248-909-4946 for more information. — J.N.