Youth Sports

3v3 Summer League 

Get ready for a slam dunk this summer in 3-on-3 basketball league! Players — new players and seasoned players alike — will have opportunities to develop and expand their skills. It’s not just about basketball, it’s about building friendships, growing confidence, and having fun. Bonus: Our leagues are family-friendly. There are no try-outs, every participant plays and our practice/game schedules are designed to fit into your busy lifestyle.

Ages: 7-12 (teams are divided in the following age groups: 7-8 | 9-10 | 11-12

Schedule:
First Week of Practice | Week of July 14
First Game | Week of July 28
Last Game | Week of August 25

The first two weeks of the season will be practices and no games.
Beginning the third week of the season, games begin and there will be no more practices.

All games will played on Tuesday evenings for all locations. Additional Wednesday games will be added if needed due to high volume.

Game locations will rotate between the following branches:
Alabaster | Greystone | Hoover | Pelham | Shades Valley | Trussville | Downtown Youth Center
*Travel for game days will be required.

Registration dates and cost:
Early Bird Registration | May 19 – June 2
Regular Registration | June 3 – July 6
Late Registration | July 7 – July 28

Early Bird Rate | Member: $67 Non-member: $134.00
Regular Registration Rate | Member: $84 Non-member: $168
Late Registration Rate | Member: $100 Non-member: $200

Contact:
Alabaster, Hoover, Pelham, Youth Center & Northeast: Jennifer Weems
Greystone: Melanie Norman
Shades Valley: Erica Jones
Trussville: Fred Hatcher
Interested in becoming a volunteer coach? Click HERE.

Click below to register at your desired branch!

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.

Ages | 5-7
Cost | $84 Members; $168 Non Members
Registration | Opens Feb. 10
Location | Shades Cahaba Elementary School field
Practice | Tuesdays or Thursdays beginning April 1; parents can select which practice time they prefer
First Game | Saturdays beginning April 19
Last Game | May 17

Registration closed. Check back for new session soon!

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.

Ages | 5-7
Cost | $84 Members; $168 Non Members
Registration | Opens Feb. 10
Location | Shades Cahaba Elementary School field
Practice | Tuesdays or Thursdays beginning April 1; parents can select which practice
First Game | Saturdays beginning April 19
Last Game | May 17

Registration closed. Check back for new session soon!

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 caring and vetted volunteers.

Ages | 3-6 Co-ed
Locations | Alabaster and Pelham YMCAs
Registration Opens | February 17
Registration Closes | March 7
1st Week of Practice | Week of April 13
First Game | Saturday, May 1
Last Game | Saturday, May 29
Cost | Members – $84; Non-members $168

Game days will be Thursday evenings. Game locations will rotate each week between the Pelham and Alabaster YMCA locations.

For 3/4 year olds only:
Week 1 and Week 2 will be practices only.
When games start, it will be a combined practice and game day. On Thursday evening, you will have a 30 minute practice, immediately followed by a 30 minute game.

5/6 year olds:
You will have a designated practice each week followed by a game on Thursday evenings.

Registration closed. Check back for new session soon!

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:

Ages | 7-16, co-ed
Cost -Branches  | $84 for members; $168 for non-members
Cost – Youth Center | $84
Registration | Registration deadline extended to April 18
First Week of practice | Week of April 13
First Game |  May 3
Last Game | May 31

Game Locations:
All games will be played on Saturdays rotating between the following branches:
Alabaster, Greystone, Hoover, Pelham, Shades Valley, Trussville, YMCA Youth Center

*Travel for game days will be required.

Questions, contact:

Alabaster, Hoover, Pelham, Youth Center & Northeast: Jennifer Weems
Greystone: Melanie Norman
Shades Valley: Erica Jones
Trussville: Fred Hatcher
Interested in becoming a volunteer coach? Click HERE.

Volunteer Coaches

Our YMCAs rely on the help of our volunteers to deliver the best experience for our youth in our Sports Youth Leagues. To provide the safest environment for our young players, our volunteer coaches undergo annual background screenings and other required trainings.  If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please contact Jennifer Weems at jweems@ymcabham.org