DARTS: There are still some places remaining in the Darlington Friday Night League for any teams playing in the Darlington area. Closing date for applications is April 4 with the League starting on May 2. For further details contact Ken Hewson on 07940 430947.

CRICKET: Lands CC, part of the Tiflex Darlington and District League begin pre-season indoor training in the cricket nets at the Teesdale Leisure Centre at Barnard Castle on Wednesday, April 2, 6pm-7.30pm.

Anyone interested in playing should contact either David Cooksey (01388) 718705, Carol Simpson (01388) 718662, or Arnold Markey (01388) 718614. All new players are welcome.

BOWLS: Darlington East Park Ladies Bowls Club are looking for new players for the forthcoming summer season. Tuition will be given for anyone who has not played green bowls before. League matches are played on Thursday afternoons and there are competitions and social friendly games as well.

For more details ring Linda or Dave Scott on (01325) 253581.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Darlington Spraire Lasses are looking for new players aged between seven and 16. New players are invited to turn up for training at South Park, Darlington, Park Side entrance, on Saturday mornings (9.30am-11.30am). For more details ring John Boyd (01325) 284183.

Also, the club would like to take on more coaches. If interested, contact Dave Scott on (01325) 253581.

CRICKET: Durham City Cricket Club are holding their annual meeting in the clubhouse at Green Lane, Durham on Wednesday, March 26 at 7.30pm. All members are welcome.