Youth Sports
ACHIEVING MORE AS A TEAM
When kids play sports, they do more than just exercise. They develop higher self-esteem, perform better in school and work better in groups. YMCA youth sports programs teach kids the fundamentals of the game while emphasizing the importance of teamwork. Above all, kids who participate in YMCA youth sports have a lot of fun.
SPORTS LEAGUES AND CAMPS
Baseball/T-Ball/Softball
Flag Football
Basketball
Soccer
Summer Sports Camps
Volunteer Opportunities
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At the Y, our sports staff, coaches and volunteers all share a singular vision of helping all youth reach their full potential in life. We leverage the excitement and passion around recreational and competitive programming to create a healthy outlet for children to gain new skills, develop a sense of team and connect with positive role models.
KEEPING YOU INFORMED
To keep our families and coaches informed during the season, the YMCA utilizes Team Sideline to communicate all league information, including practice and game cancellations and all other scheduling updates. Upon registering your child to participate in a YMCA youth sports league, please be sure to sign-up to receive email and/or text notifications from Team Sideline.
YMCA TEAM SIDELINE
VOLUNTEER AT THE YMCA
We are blessed with a supportive community of volunteers who donate their time and talents to coach in our youth sports leagues. All YMCA volunteers must complete background and reference checks before beginning to volunteer in our programs. Make a difference in a child’s life by signing up to volunteer as a coach in our youth sports leagues today!
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
SPORTS LEAGUE SPONSORSHIP
The YMCA relies on the generosity of local businesses to help underwrite the costs of its youth sports leagues through sponsorships.
Sponsorship Benefits:
• The satisfaction of helping the YMCA to fulfill its mission of shaping our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Your company name featured on the jerseys of each team that you sponsor.
• Good will to the community by supporting one of the area’s largest youth sports programs.
Become a Sponsor Today!
To learn more, please contact your local Y branch:
C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Maria Freeh, Sports Director
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 217
Galowich Family YMCA
Brooke Hall, Joliet Youth Development Operations Director
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 316
Morris Community YMCA
Chris Interial, Sports Director
[email protected]
(815) 513-8080, ext. 514
