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For Ages 4 to 17

Join a league with the folks who invented the game. That’s right! Basketball got its start at the YMCA, and we’ve been perfecting the game for kids ever since. Your child can create their own legendary story on the court where the squeak of sneakers on the hardwood fills the air and the thrill of victory, and the camaraderie is contageous. Don’t be caught on the sidelines – step onto the court and make unforgettable moments when you join a youth basketball team today.

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About Our Leagues

Winter ’25 Season Dates:

  • Registration Opens: July 16, 2024
  • First Practice: January 22, 2025
  • First Game: January 28, 2025

  • 4-5 divisions will practice for 20 minutes and play for 30 minutes on Saturdays.
  • 6+ divisions will practice once per week for 1 hour.
    • Practices days are generally M-F 4:30pm-8pm, Sunday 1pm-4pm
    • Upon registration you can select what day you are unavailable for practice. This information is used when assigning players to team.
  • Games are played within a 50 minute time period.
  • Teams are coached by volunteers – who must pass background check, complete child sexual abuse prevention training, and attend pre-season coaches training.
  • Jerseys are distributed before the first game. Players are responsible for shorts or pants, necessary protective gear, and athletic shoes.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE YOUTH BASKETBALL RULES & GUIDELINES

PARENT’S YOUTH BASKETBALL INFORMATION PACKET

    1. Coach Request: We start by reviewing coach requests, taking into account any specific coach preferences that participants may have.
    2. Friend Request: Next, we consider friend requests. If your child wants to be on the same team as a friend, we make every effort to accommodate this request.
    3. Age and Skill Level: To create balanced teams, we also factor in age and skill levels. We aim to distribute participants of varying ages and skill levels across teams, promoting fair competition and a supportive environment.
    4. Practice Day: Additionally, we consider practice days when assigning teams. Our goal is to ensure that teams can practice together conveniently.

    By integrating these steps, we strive to create teams that not only honor preferences but also provide an inclusive and well-matched experience for each participant.

Our program provides a nurturing environment for children to explore new skills, foster teamwork, and build connections with positive role models, offering them a healthy and safe outlet for growth and development. In consideration of the safety of others, we kindly request that if you or anyone in your household is feeling unwell, please stay home during youth sports events.

Volunteers are crucial to the success of our program. Thank you very much for volunteering your time and talent to serve as Y youth sports volunteer coach.

Resources:

Visit our volunteer training page for details and requirements to become a coach for Greater Austin YMCA sports leagues.

For youth sports inquiries, reach out to Ricardo Torres or Alexis Williams at sports@austinymca.org.

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