ZANESVILLE, OH –A new opportunity is here for those looking to stay active and build connections in Muskingum County. 

The Home & Away Adult Sports and Recreation League is growing, offering adults a fun way to break free from the routine and get involved in sports. 

“I think that we have a really athletic and competitive community here in Zanesville. We see this based around our youth programs,” Home & Away founder Andrea Ritterbeck said. “I saw an opportunity to introduce this for adults in our area for a way to stay active and connect, you know break the monotony of your work week. It’s a way to meet new people.”

For many adults, making new friends can be challenging, but this league offers a perfect solution. You don’t need to know anyone to join. The league places you on a team, creating a great opportunity to meet new people and build lasting connections.

“We offer a free agent registration, so you don’t have to know a whole team of people to join. We’ll actually place you on a team. It’s been successful so far, and it’s been a great way for people to make friends. A lot of people are already connecting and hanging out. So, if you’re hesitant to sign up because you don’t know enough people or you don’t feel like you’re good enough at playing sports it’s really just a casual, fun group. Right now, we’re trying to just build and get people together to really grow this adult athletic community,” Ritterbeck said.

The league currently offers volleyball on Mondays and Fridays at Bishop Fenwick Elementary, but that’s just the beginning! With plans to expand into a variety of other sports in the future, they’re responding to growing demand by also bringing the action to the James D. Singer Activity Center. In addition to volleyball, Thursdays feature a multi-sports night at the Singer Center, where different sports are showcased each week, offering something for everyone. For more information or to get involved, visit The Home and Away Facebook page or website.