By Bernie's back

He didn’t stay retired for long. Bernie Quintero, who led the Los Altos High softball team to a pair of Central Coast Section titles during his 17-year tenure, has unretired. Quintero announced his retirement last spring, but changed his mind last month. “The girls convinced me,” the Mountain View resident said of his players. “I started with them and most of them are juniors, so I’ve decided to graduate with them.” Quintero is seeking an assistant coach for his team and also is looking for a head coach for the JV squad. To inquire about these positions, or to take pitching lessons from Quintero, call 965-8153.

Players wanted

The Mountain View Recreation Division seeks teams to fill remaining spots in its adult basketball and coed volleyball leagues at the Mountain View Sports Pavilion. Wednesday night basketball is $600 for 12 games, plus playoffs for the top four teams. Thursday night volleyball is $360 for 12 matches, plus playoffs for the top four teams. For more information, call 903-6404.

Play ball

Mountain View-Los Altos Babe Ruth holds sign-ups for its spring baseball leagues 6-7 p.m., Saturdays, through Oct. 26, at the scorer’s booth at McKelvey Ballpark in Mountain View. The league is for ages 13-18. The early-bird price (through Dec. 31) is $73 for ages 13-15 and $84 for ages 16-18. For more information, call 966-8027.

Getting grants

The Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame has made available its 2003 Youth Fund grant applications. Non-profit Sec. 501(c) (3) youth organizations and schools may apply for these grants, which provide needed sports equipment. The deadline for returning completed applications is Jan. 31; grants will be distributed next summer. For an application, call (415) 352-8827 or logon to www.bashof.org.