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At the Y, basketball classes and leagues provide young athletes with a dynamic and enjoyable avenue to learn the sport and foster teamwork. Guided by the Y's seven sports principles — including values like inclusivity, safety, fair play, positive competition, family engagement, and the joy of sports — our programs aim to cultivate not only athletic skills but also character and camaraderie among participants. Join us on the court for a fulfilling and enriching basketball experience!

Summer Programs

Keep the whole family active this summer!

Member Registration: May 28

Non-Member Registration: June 3

Session Dates: June 17-August 27
(Session dates vary by program)

3v3 Basketball League

Designed to provide an exciting and competitive basketball experience for players with more shots, passes, and possessions compared to a 5-on-5 game format. For grades 5-8.

Advanced Basketball Training

Prepare for Youth Travel Leagues and the AAU Season by working on more advanced ball handling and shooting drills. Improve upon individual and team offensive and defensive play. Ages 7-12.

Basketball Class

Children will learn how to play the game invented at the YMCA, basketball! Games may be played, but our primary focus will continue to be on drills and skill development. Ages 6-12.

Girls Basketball

Calling all girls! Learn how to play the game invented at the YMCA! Games may be played, but our primary focus will continue to be on drills and skill development. Ages 6-12.

YBA League

YBA is a fun league for kids ages 4-12 to learn and play basketball. Teams will practice for the first half of the session to improve skills and play a game for second half of time to utilize skill and teamwork. Ages 4-12.

Basketball Open Gym

Basketball open play gym hours are free for WSYMCA members. Non-members must pay the guest pass fee ($15 or $20).

Questions?

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Paige Willis

Assistant Director of Sports and Recreation- Church St
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Michael Cornish

Sports Coordinator- Wells Ave

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