YOUTH SPORTS

Kids learn so much through sports, such as skills and positive attitudes they’ll carry with them throughout their lives. Enriching their personal development is the goal of the YMCA Youth Sports Series - a unique, co-ed sports program that combines the YMCA's philosophy of fair play, teamwork, and inclusiveness with skill development. 

Youth Sports Package >

Do you want to sign your child up for multiple youth sports leagues at once?

Register for three of the Youth Sports Leagues for the 2025-2026 school year and guarantee your child a spot in the program at a discounted price! The sports packages give you the opportunity to sign up for multiple sports at the beginning of the year, which includes early registration for Winter and Spring sports. Available youth sports league below:

Youth Sports

  • Fall Flag Football League (Sep 6 to Oct 11) K - 8th Grade

  • Fall Basketball League (Oct 30 to Dec 20) K - 8th Grade

  • Winter Indoor Soccer (Jan 10 to Feb 14) K - 6th Grade Only

  • Spring Basketball League (Feb 21 to Apr 18) K - 8th Grade

  • Spring Flag Football (Apr 25 to May 30) K - 8th Grade

Registration opens: July 29

3 Sports Package

5 Sports Package

Questions?
Evan Scott at evan@ccymca.net.
 

Youth Basketball >

Youth Basketball League

Basketball at the Y is a fantastic way for young players to develop fundamental skills, learn the game, and enjoy friendly competition! All participants receive plenty of playing time and positive coaching during weekly practices and games. Our program emphasizes teamwork, good sportsmanship, and having fun on and off the court.

All players will receive a team jersey. Schedules will be released 1 week before the first games.


Fall Dates: October 27*-December 21*
(No practices or games Nov 24-November 30)

Ages: Kindergarten - 8th Grade

Dates & Times: Dates and times vary based on grade level

Cost: Members: $80 | Guest Members: $135


K - 4th grade: Children will learn the fundamentals of basketball while learning teamwork and practicing good sportsmanship. All participants will enjoy playing time as well as positive coaching during weekly games and practices.

All K-4th grade participants will have a 20 minute practice and 40 minute scrimmage each week.
Schedules will be released 1 week before the first games.

 

Registration Deadline:
Online ends on Oct 30, 2025

K-4TH GRADE REGISTRATION

Registration page will only be visible if sign-ups are open.

Questions?
Contact Evan Scott at evan@ccymca.net


5th - 8th grade*: The 4th–8th grade basketball league at the Y offers a slightly more competitive experience where players sharpen their skills and deepen their understanding of the game. Mandatory pre-season skills assessments help place players on balanced teams.

All participants are guaranteed playing time and receive positive coaching during weekly practices and games. Games keep score and follow IHSA/IESA rules, fostering sportsmanship and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Mandatory Skills Assessment Dates:

  • 4th-6th Grade Girls: October 21 from 4:30pm-5:30PM
    • Makeup assessment: October 23 from 5-6PM
       
  • 5th-6th Grade Boys: October 20 from 5-6PM
    • ​​​​Makeup assessment: October 22 from 5:30-6:30PM
       
  • 7th-8th Grade CoEd: October 21 from 6-7:15PM
    • Makeup assessment: October 23 from 6-7PM
       

Registration Deadline:
Online ends on Oct 29, 2025

5TH-8TH GRADE REGISTRATION

Registration page will only be visible if sign-ups are open.

Questions?
Contact Evan Scott at evan@ccymca.net

 

Youth Flag Football League >

Fall Flag Football League

Flag Football at the Y is a great opportunity for a prospective football player to build a solid foundation, gain some knowledge of the game, and have some fun! All players will enjoy playing time as well as positive coaching during the weekly practice and game. This is a non-contact sport with emphasis on teamwork, fair play, and sportsmanship.

All players will receive a team t-shirt. Metal cleats or metal spikes are not allowed. Rosters and Schedules will be released August 31st.


Fall Dates: September 6 - October 11, 2025

Age: Kindergarten - 8th Grade

K - 5th Grade:
All K-5th grade participants will have a 20 minute practice and a 40 minute game against another team each Saturday. Games are held at fields on the north end of the parking lot at the Stephens Family YMCA on Fields South Drive.

Cost:
$75/member; $130/guest member

6th - 8th Grade:
Mandatory Skills Assessment | August 27 from 5:30PM - 6:45PM  -  Makeup Skills Assessment - August 28 at 5:30pm

One-hour mid-week practice each week and games on Saturdays.  Games in the 6th-8th grade league are competitive with scorekeeping.

Cost:
$75/member; $130/guest member

Registration Deadline:

Online ends on Aug 26, 2025

REGISTER

Registration page will only be visible if sign-ups are open.

Questions?
Contact Evan Scott at evan@ccymca.net

Itty Bitty Sports >

Itty Bitty Sports

It’s never too early to introduce sports to your child’s life. In the Itty Bitty program, parents work with YMCA staff to teach their children the skills and game of football, basketball, and soccer, with a focus on basic fundamentals. Parent involvement is required.

Age: 3 - 5

Days: Wednesdays

Time: 5:30-6:30pm

Cost: $50/Member; $100/Guest Member


Itty Bitty Football
September 10 - October 8

REGISTER

Itty Bitty Soccer
April 23 - May 21

REGISTER

Registration page will only be visible if sign-ups are open.

Sports for All >

Sports for All

Participants can have fun in a non-competitive way, and have support in learning new skills. This is an inclusive program, meaning it is designed to include participants of all ability levels both with and without disabilities. This is a great class for someone who wants to learn more about the sport, or is a first-time player!


Soccer for All Session Dates

April 23 - May 21, 2025

Basketball for All Session Dates

January 8 - February 5, 2025


Days: Wednesdays

Ages: 5-14

Cost: $50/Member; $100/Guest Member

REGISTER

For any ques­tions about accessibility, or if your child needs any kind of modification, please contact the Larkin's Place Director, Alyssa Anderson.

alyssa.anderson@ccymca.net

Volleyball Clinics >

Thank you for your interest! Stay tuned for future volleyball clinics.

Summer High School Basketball League >

Summer High School Basketball League

Get your team together and join our High School Basketball League at the Stephens Family YMCA! This is a competitive, coed league with registered officials. Each session will have 5 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament to crown a champion!

Ages: 14-18 years old

Days: June 18-July 30 (NO GAMES JULY 2)

Time: Wednesdays at 6:00PM-9:00PM

Cost: $350/Team

REGISTER

Requirements

  • Up to 12 players per team.
  • Teams must provide their own jerseys.
  • Must have attended high school in 2024-2025 school year.

Questions?
Contact Evan Scott at evan@ccymca.net

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