Youth Sports

Summer 3v3 Basketball League 

YMCA Youth Basketball Leagues are the perfect way for kids to stay active, build confidence, and develop key skills on and off the court. Players will learn the fundamentals of the game, including dribbling, shooting, and defense, while also practicing teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy habits. Best of all, they’ll have a blast while doing it!

Ages | Co-ed leagues for ages 7-12
Divided into the following age groups: 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12

Season Dates | June 15, 2026-July 23, 2026

Season Structure | Practices begin week of June 15. Games begin week of June 29. There are six practices and four games. Each hour-long practice is followed by a 30-minute game starting the week of June 29. The first two weeks are practice only.

Days & Times
Ages 7-8 | Mondays, 7:00 – 8:00
Ages 9-10 | Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:00
Ages 11-2 |  Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:00

Registration Fees
Early Bird Discounts! Register by April 26 for special pricing | $56 member/$112 non-member
April 27 – May 17 | $70 member/$140 non-member
Late Registration | May 18 – June 7 | $84 member/ $168 non-member

Contact
Hoover: Emily Truncellito

Registration closed. Check back for new session soon!

Our new YMCA Cheerleading Squad will be cheering for our new Flag Football League.

Cheerleading at the Y teaches confidence, responsibility, teamwork and unity. When joining our program, your child will learn new cheerleading skills, create lifetime bonds and increase self awareness. YMCA cheerleading programs are designed to give a full work out while improving flexibility, coordination, balance and strength.

Flag Football League – Check Back for upcoming season dates

Flag Football for Kids is an introductory program for children aged 5-7, designed to prepare them for organized flag football in a fun, non-threatening environment. Using age-appropriate equipment, it teaches basic skills like throwing, catching, running, and agility, helping children and parents get ready for organized sports without the pressure of competition or fear of injury. There is no tackling and all kids will be placed on a team and coached by a vetted volunteer coach.

NHL Street Hockey League

NHL Street^TM provides kids and their families the best of what youth sports can be: having fun, staying active, making friends and creating great memories. You can expect a fast-paced game that teaches teamwork, creativity and resilience. Created with parents in mind, we’re ensuring the pressure, schedules, and costs typically associated with hockey (and other youth sports) are kept in check. Equipment is provided. Sign up today!

Ages | Co-ed leagues for ages 7-16
Divided into the following age groups: 7-9, 10-12, and 13-16

Season Dates | June 15, 2026-July 23, 2026

Season Structure | Practices begin week of June 15. Games begin week of June 29. There are six practices and four games. Each hour-long practice is followed by a 30-minute game starting the week of June 29. The first two weeks are practice only.

Dates and Times:
7-9 years old | Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30
10-12 years old |  Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30
13-16 years old | Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:30

Registration Fees

Early Bird Discounts! Register by April 26 for special pricing | $56 member/$112 non-member
April 27 – May 17 | $70 member/$140 non-member
Late Registration | May 18 – June 7 | $84 member/ $168 non-member

Contact
Hoover: Emily Truncellito

Tennis – Year Round

With 21 clay courts and 3 indoor courts in the Birmingham Metro area, the YMCA offers a variety of tennis programming with opportunities for juniors to play and participate in one of the healthiest lifetime sports available.

Our USPTA certified tennis professionals offer instructional programs for every level. Looking to get in the game? We offer private lessons, junior clinics, leagues and tournament opportunities at our three tennis locations.

Contact our Tennis Professionals for More Information:
Greystone : Steven Faulkner
Mountain Brook: Joey Unkenholz

In our Youth Soccer League, young kids have the opportunity to learn game fundamentals, basic rules and the joy of playing on a team! Our soccer leagues are family friendly! There are no try-outs. Every player is placed on a team and every child will play. All of our teams are coached by volunteers.

Registration & Cost

Early Bird | Member: $89 Non-member: $179.00 (12/22/25 through 1/11/2026)
Regular Registration  | Member: $112 Non-member: $224 (1/12 through 2/1)
Late Registration | Member: $134 Non-member: $268 (2/2 through 2/22)

Information:
Season Dates | 3/2 through 5/16
Season consists of 7 games and 9 practices
Ages | Team are ages 3-4 and ages 5-6
Locations | Alabaster and Pelham YMCAs

Practices
Begin week of March 2 and run the entirety of the league season (your 1x weekly practice day is selected at time of registration)

Games:
**We have made a slight adjustment to our Spring Sports schedule for Volleyball. Games were originally set to begin on March 21, however, they will now begin on April 11, with the final game taking place on May 16.
All games are played on Saturday mornings beginning Saturday, April 11 through Saturday, May 16;
Dates | April 11, April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9, May 16 and rotate between the Alabaster and Pelham locations

Click HERE to register or select your branch below.

Spring Volleyball League 

Our season is underway. Check back for fall leagues!

In our co-ed recreational league, young players of all skill levels are welcome to join a team! Every player is placed on a team and coached by a volunteer. There are no try-outs and every child plays.

Beginners and experienced players alike will have opportunities to learn fundamentals,  build on their skillsets, become better athletes and teammates, and have fun! Our league is family-friendly: All games are played on Saturdays and parents/guardians can select a preferred practice day at the time of registration!

Details:

• There are no tryouts and every child plays!
• All teams are led by volunteer coaches.
• Ages 7-16 years old broken into 7-10 year olds, 11-13 year olds and 14-16 year old divisions.

Contact
Alabaster: Niki Hunsberger
Greystone: Melanie Norman
Hoover: Emily Truncellito
Pelham: Mary Beth Hudson
Shades Valley: Erica Jones
Trussville: Fred Hatcher
Youth Center: Micah Hudson

Interested in becoming a volunteer coach? Click HERE.

Click HERE to view all options or select the branch nearest you to register.