Our sports programs keep kids active, teach friendly competition and introduce healthy practices for life. YMCA sports staff, coaches, and volunteers encourage children to reach their full potential. Sports and recreation at the Y create a healthy outlet for children to gain new skills, learn to work as a team and connect with positive role models — all in an inclusive environment.
For more information, contact Reagin Duesing, Sports Director, at reagind@dcksymca.org.
CURRENT SPORTS:
Blastball
Youth will learn game fundamentals, like catching, throwing, batting, and base running in a fun and supportive environment. Our clinics progress with age to keep the game fun at every level!
Dates | June 3-July 7, Tuesday evenings
Clinic Nights | Tuesday evenings
Ages | 3-4 years old
Registration | Closes May 20
Fees | $25/Members; $45/Non-Members
*Late registration fee $15. Ask about our "Everyone Belongs" scholarship
Parents are asked to help with their child.
T-Ball
Youth will learn game fundamentals, like catching, throwing, batting, and base running in a fun and supportive environment. Our clinics progress with age to keep the game fun at every level! We will need Coaches!
Dates | June 3-July 7
Clinics | Tuesdays and Thursday evenings (before game days start)
Games | Tuesday evenings
Ages | 5-6 years old
Registration | Closes May 20
Fees | $25/members; $40/non-members
*A $15 late fee will be applied to registrations taken after the deadline. Make sure to ask about our "Everyone Belongs" scholarship.
YMCA jerseys are required.
Coaches Meeting on May 14 at 6pm.
Baseball
YMCA Baseball combines team play and individual skills to provide a fun environment to learn and grow! With three divisions for boys in 1st-6th grades, there is fun competition for all ages! Teams are guaranteed three weeks of clinic practices and three weeks of of competitive games. If you or someone you know is interested in coaching please reach out.
Dates | June 3-July 7
Clinics | Tuesdays and Thursday evenings
Three Leagues
PeeWee: 1st & 2nd Grade (Coach Pitch)
Minor: 3rd & 4th Grade (Kid Pitch)
Major: 5th & 6th Grade (Kid Pitch)
Registration | Closes May 20
Fees | $25/members; $40/non-members
*A $15 late fee will be applied to registrations taken after the deadline. Make sure to ask about our "Everyone Belongs" scholarship.
YMCA jerseys are required.
Join the Action as a Volunteer Coach
As a volunteer coach, you can make a lasting impact on the lives of our community’s kids. You’ll help our young athletes develop their skills, build confidence, and learn important life lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance.
It’s also a great opportunity for parents to bond with their kids, family members to pass on a love of the game, or for college kids to get volunteer hours!
COACHING REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 3-hour commitment per week: At least one practice a week and games on the weekends
- Maintain communication with the Y Sports Director
- Attend coaches meetings
- Be at least 15 years old
- Maintain communication with parents about practices and games
For more information, contact Reagin Duesing, Sports Director, at reagind@dcksymca.org or at 620-225-8157.
This calendar is designed to help with dates and times for our various sports programs.
All dates, times, and fees are subject to change. All program registrations are subject to $15 late registration fee.
| Sport | Fees | Grades/Age | Registration | Extended Registration Fee |
League Dates | Game Days |
|
Boys Basketball |
|
Kinder-6th Grade | Jan 4 | $10 |
Late Jan-Late Feb |
Saturdays |
|
Outdoor Soccer |
|
5 years-6th Grade | June 7 | $10 |
Late April-Late May |
Saturdays |
|
Blastbal/T-Ball |
|
3 years-6 years | Mar 22 | $10 |
Late April-Late May |
Monday-Tuesday evenings |
| Baseball/Softball |
|
7 years-6th Grade |
Feb 22 |
$10 |
Late April-Late May |
Monday & Thursday Evenings |
| Tackle Football (Program includes $40 equipment fee) |
|
5th & 6th Grade | Aug 23 | $10 | Early Sep-Late Oct | Saturday Afternoons |
| Flag Football |
|
Kinder - 2nd Grade | Aug 23 | $10 | Early Sep-Mid Oct | Saturdays |
| Volleyball |
|
1st- 6th Grade | Aug 23 | $10 | Early Sep-Mid Oct | Saturdays |
| Girls Basketball |
|
Kinder-6th Grade | Oct 18 | $10 | Early Nov-Mid Dec | Saturdays |
| Indoor Soccer |
|
3 years-6th Grade | Oct 25 | $10 | Nov-Dec | Sundays |