We have teams for kids ages 4-12, with fall and winter basketball leagues, fundamentals teaching and summer basketball camps. At the Y, kids participate in every basketball game and receive equal playing time, regardless of skill level.
Youth Basketball
Youth Basketball
Youth Basketball
Volunteer coaches emphasize team work, fair play and equal participation but most of all FUN! Teams practice once a week at area schools. Games will be played on Friday evenings and/or Saturday mornings at any of the YMCA branches. Players are divided into teams by grade.
Ages: 1st – 6th grades
Where: Helen G. Nassif or Marion YMCAs
Games are on Friday nights and/or Saturday mornings
Session 1:
Youth Basketball Session #1
Games played on Friday nights or Saturday mornings
Teams practice once a week
Dates: October 10th – December 10th
(Games may go into 16th and 17th if bye weeks are needed)
First Games: October 28th & 29th
*No games/practices thanksgiving week*
Registration Deadline: September 30th
Session 2
Youth Basketball Session #2
Games played on Friday nights or Saturday mornings
Teams practice once a week
Dates: January 9th – March 4th
First Games: January 27th & 28th
Registration Deadline: December 25th
Cost (one session only): YMCA Member – TBA, Community Member – TBA
Kindergarten Basketball
This program introduces kids to the basic fundamentals of basketball in a friendly, fun, supportive and competitively low environment.
Ages: AK/Kindergarten
Where: Marion YMCA & Rec Center
Day and Time: Tue/Thu, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
Session 1:
Kindergarten Basketball Session #1
Dates: November 1st – December 15th (Thanksgiving WEEK is off)
Tuesday & Thursday: 5:30pm- 6:15pm
Location: Marion YMCA and Recreational Center
Registration Deadline: October 16th
Session 2:
Kindergarten Basketball Session #2
Dates: January 31st – March 9th
Tuesday & Thursday: 5:30pm – 6:15pm
Location: Marion YMCA and Recreational Center
Registration Deadline: January 15th
Cost (one session only): YMCA Member – $40, Community Member – $70
Boys And Girls Basketball Team League
This program is designed for boys and girls in 1st through 6th grades. Rules are designed to accommodate players at a more advanced skill level and enhance learning of the game. Teams play six games at the YMCA; 1st/2nd play Saturday mornings, 3rd-6th play Friday nights. Teams provide their own uniforms, equipment, and practice sites. Referees stress sportsmanship and fun. All teams are welcome! Complete roster needed at registration.
Ages: 1st/2nd, 3rd/4th and 5th/6th grades
Where: Helen G. Nassif or Marion YMCAs
Day and Time: Games are held Friday nights and/or Saturday mornings
Session 1:
Team League Basketball
Dates: October 28th – December 10th
Price: $265
Register By: October 10th, 2022
Contact Josh Tigges for more information. tigges@crmetroymca.org
Session 2
Team League Basketball
January 27th – March 4th
Price: $265
Register By: January 1, 2023
Volunteer Coaches
Volunteer coaches make YMCA youth sports possible. If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact:
Josh Tigges at Tigges@crmetroymca.org.