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Youth Basketball

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Basketball Season, Y’all!

Shoot hoops with the inventors of the sport of basketball! Our co-ed basketball leagues with air-conditioned courts are fun, skill-building programs with options for young players of all abilities.

From building stronger skills to gaining self-confidence, our youth basketball program is about more than just the game. We focus on the development of building core skills such as ball handling, defense, offense, rebounding, shooting, conditioning and more. We’re creating team players and future leaders through team sports. Your kids will learn good sportsmanship and teamwork, develop positive friendships and you’ll have opportunity to meet other parents in your community.

Every player will receive their very own Spurs jersey! The court is calling, and we want your child to be part of the action.

  • 8-week season with 7 games
  • Every child gets play time, every game
  • No tryouts or drafts

  • Financial assistance available, supported by community donations

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About Our Leagues

Winter ’26 Season Dates:

  • Registration Ends: Jan. 4, 2026
  • First Game: Jan. 17, 2026
  • Last Game: Feb. 28, 2026
  • Holidays: MLK Jr. Day Jan.19

  • 4-5 age divisions have one 20 minute practice followed by a 30 minute game on Saturdays.
  • 6+ age divisions have one, 1-hour weeknight practice. Games are played on Saturdays.
    • Practice days are generally M-F 4:30pm-8pm, Sunday 1pm-4pm
    • Games are played for around one hour.
  • Teams are coached by volunteers. Volunteer coaches 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

    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 connect with positive role models. It offers 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.

Become a Coach with Spurs Training! Volunteer to coach this season and take part in special on-court training led by San Antonio Spurs camp coaches.​

Learn drills, practice plans and player development skills you can bring straight to your team. YMCA volunteer coaches will also receive a coach shirt at the end of training.​

​Volunteers make our youth sports leagues possible. Thank you for helping create the best experience for Y players this season.

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 your regional coordinators  

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“My kids have played basketball at the Y since they were little, and not only are they confident on the court, they’re also better at meeting new people.”

– Thomas N.