Youth Basketball

Youth Basketball

Hit the hardwoods with the folks who invented the game - the Y! Basketball was invented in 1891. While teaching at the International YMCA Training School, James Naismith was given the challenge of creating a game that could be played indoors during the cold winter months. Hanging simple peach baskets and using a soccer ball, Naismith created the game of basketball and wrote the first 13 rules of the game. Y youth sports encourage and promote healthy kids, families, and communities by placing a priority on family involvement, healthy competition rather than rivalry, the value of participation over winning, team-building as well as individual development, a positive self-image, and a sense of fair play and mutual respect for others. Parents are encouraged to be more than mere spectators, by contributing their time as volunteer coaches - as well as being their kid's greatest fan.

Volunteer coaches are eligible to receive 30% off their child's registration fee and must register in-house only to receive a discount. 

To be eligible for the membership price, you must be an active and current member throughout the sports program.

Winter 2026 - Basketball

Registration: November 19 - Dec 25, 2025; late registration Dec 26 and Dec 27 2025

Late registration fees will apply

Summer 2026 - Basketball

Registration: March 27 - May 14, 2026 ; late registration May 15 and May 16, 2025

Late registration fees will apply

For sports program questions, please contact the Welcome Center at (325) 695-3400