Fall 2024 Youth Basketball Information

Season Dates: September 16 - December 10 (12 - week season)

Member Registration Opens: Monday, July 22

Non-member Registration Opens: Monday, July 29

Registration Ends: September 2

Late registration Period: September 3 - 9. EXTENDED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 11

Teams will be built to a max of 10 players – No exceptions.

*Please note that you must be logged into your account to view available sessions

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Refund policy 

Please be aware and note our updated Refund and Withdrawal policy. 

Please note our new credit card surcharge policy. Add an ACH to your YMCA Account!

Join the fun of basketball with the organization that helped create the sport!

With YMCA basketball, we understand that basketball is more than just a game—it’s a journey that builds strength, endurance, and self-confidence. Whether your child is a seasoned player or new to the sport, our basketball program is designed to unlock their full potential.

Locations:

  • Adams County - ADCO*
  • Arvada YMCA
  • Central Park YMCA
  • Clayton Early Learning Center
  • Littleton YMCA
  • Southwest YMCA
  • University Hills YMCA

*Games and practices will held at neighboring gyms/fields, and a schedule will be shared with registrants via PlayerSpace.

Divisions

(Adams County, Arvada, Central Park, Littleton, Southwest and University Hills)

  • Preschool and Kindergarten Co-ed (Saturday only - YMCA Staff Led)
  • 1 - 2 Grade Co-ed (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • 3 - 4 Grade Boys (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • 3 - 4 Grade Girls (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • 5 - 6 Grade Boys (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • 5 - 6 Grade Girls (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • 7 - 8 Grade Boys (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • 7 - 8 Grade Girls (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)
  • High School Basketball - Sunday Game Only League (Littleton YMCA only)

Clayton Early Learning Center

  • Preschool and Kindergarten Co-ed (Saturday only - YMCA Staff Led)
  • 1 - 2 Grade Co-ed (1 practice during the week for 1 hour; games on Saturday)

Program Details: 

  • 10 Weeks 
  • 1 Hour long practice per week
  • Games played on Saturdays

Clayton Early Learning Center Program Details:

  • 6 Weeks
  • Preschool & Kindergarten Divisions will only meet on Saturday mornings between 9 AM and 12 PM
  • 1 Hour long practice per week for 1/2 Grade Division
  • Games played on Saturdays

Equipment Needed: 

  • Athletics Shorts/Pants
  • Tennis Shoes or Basketball Shoes
  • Jersey will be provided on the first day of games for those that purchased them.

For Sports Related Questions: Email our sports team.

JC Watne, Sr. Mgr. of Sports: jwatne@denverymca.org

 (Central Park, Littleton, Southwest, University Hills YMCA’s)

Deveon Carter, Mgr. of Sports: dcarter@denverymca.org

 (Aurora YMCA and Clayton Early Learning Center)

Billy Merryman, Sports Director: bmerryman@denverymca.org 

 (YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Association - Arvada and Adams County YMCAs)