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Basketball
From building stronger skills to gaining self-confidence, our youth basketball program is about more than just the game. It is about building the whole child from the inside out. Our coaches focus on the youth basketball players’ development of building core skills such as ball handling, defense, offense, rebounding, shooting, conditioning and more. We’re creating team players and future leaders through team sports. Your kids will learn good sportsmanship and teamwork, develop positive friendships and you’ll build a network of like-minded parents.
Volunteer Coaching Opportunities
We’re seeking volunteers interested in coaching youth sports. Our coaches make YMCA youth sports possible and create a lifelong impact on children by encouraging participation and emphasizing sportsmanship and strong character while they are learning basic sport skills. When you become a volunteer, the Y will introduce you to coaching and provide specific resources to the sport you coach. If your child is a player, getting involved at their practices can help them feel comfortable to practice with you outside of official practice time. Apply today!
A: PLAY - Kindergarten CoEd
This is a co-ed league open to boys and girls currently in Kindergarten.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for 1 practice weekly at the Glenwood Park YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 3v3 full court in a half gymnasium setting. Coaches also serve as referees in terms of calling fouls, etc. There will be a scorekeeper at all games. All games are on Fridays & Saturdays at the Glenwood Park YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/10/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | - | $ 50.00 |
| Late Registration (+$10) | 12/7/25 | 12/13/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 60.00 | - | $ 60.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
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Register Closes 01/11/2026 |
B: PLAY - Grades 1-2 Boys
This is league is open to boys currently in 1st or 2nd grade.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for 1 practice weekly at the Glenwood Park YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 5v5 full gym and has (1) PIAA official and scorekeeper assigned to each game. All games are Fridays and Saturdays at the Glenwood Park YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/9/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 60.00 | - | $ 60.00 |
| Late Registration (+$10) | 12/7/25 | 12/13/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | - | $ 70.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
|
Register Closes 12/06/2025 |
C: PLAY - Grade 1-2 Girls
This is league is open to girls currently in 1st or 2nd grade.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for 1 practice weekly at the Glenwood Park YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 5v5 full gym and has (1) PIAA official and scorekeeper assigned to each game. Depending on team numbers, we are open to playing 3v3 or 4v4. Please note, games will remain full court with an official even if it is not 5v5. All games are Fridays & Saturdays at the Glenwood Park YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/9/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 60.00 | - | $ 60.00 |
| Late Registration | 12/7/25 | 12/13/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | - | $ 70.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
|
Register Closes 12/07/2025 |
D: PLAY - Grades 3-4 Girls
This is league is open to girls currently in 3rd or 4th grade.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
We offer two (2) divisions of 3-4 Girls. Our Developmental Division (for those who are newer, haven’t mastered the fundamentals yet or are not ready for the higher level of competition) and an Advanced Division (for those of a higher skill level or who want to play against better competition). Both Divisions keep scores and have their own playoffs and championships – the rules will just be adapted. **If either division ends up with less than four (4) teams, divisions will be combined without advanced notice.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for one (1) practice weekly at the YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 5v5 full gym and has (2) PIAA officials and scorekeeper assigned to each game. All games are on Saturdays at the Eastside YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/10/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 80.00 | - | $ 80.00 |
| Late Registration (+$10) | 12/7/25 | 12/8/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - | $ 90.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
|
Register Closes 12/06/2025 |
E: PLAY - Grades 3-4 Boys
This is league is open to boys currently in 3rd or 4th grade.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
We offer two (2) divisions of 3-4 Boys. Our Developmental Division, for those who are newer, haven’t mastered the fundamentals yet or are not ready for the higher level of competition) and an Advanced Division (for those who are of a higher skill level and want to play against better competition). Both Divisions keep scores and have their own playoffs and championships – the rules will just be adapted.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for one (1) practice weekly at the YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 5v5 full gym and has (2) PIAA officials and scorekeeper assigned to each game. All games are on Friday evenings and Saturdays at the Eastside YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/10/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 80.00 | - | $ 80.00 |
| Late Registration (+$10) | 12/7/25 | 12/13/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - | $ 90.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
|
Register Closes 12/06/2025 |
F: PLAY - Grades 5-6 Girls
This is league is open to girls currently in 5th or 6th grade.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for one (1) practice weekly at the Glenwood Park YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 5v5 full gym and has (2) PIAA officials and scorekeeper assigned to each game. All games are on Fridays & Saturdays at the Glenwood Park YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/10/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 80.00 | - | $ 80.00 |
| Late Registration (+$10) | 12/7/25 | 12/13/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - | $ 90.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
|
Register Closes 12/06/2025 |
G: PLAY - Grades 5-6 Boys
This is league is open to boys currently in 5th or 6th grade.
When registering, you have two options:
- YMCA House Team: Choose this option if you would like to be placed on a YMCA House Team.
- School Team: If your child is already part of a school team, you will need a Team Code from your coach to complete the registration. Please contact your coach directly if you haven’t received the code.
All YMCA House teams will be scheduled for one (1) practice weekly at the Glenwood Park YMCA. Volunteer coaches are welcome to add in extra practices (must be at an off-site location).
This league is 5v5 full gym and has (2) PIAA officials and scorekeeper assigned to each game. All games are on Fridays & Saturdays at the Glenwood Park YMCA.
*All divisions of PLAY League consist of YMCA House teams and school teams, mixed together. School teams are organized/ran by the school coordinator/coach.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Registration | 10/10/25 | 12/6/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 80.00 | - | $ 80.00 |
| Late Registration (+$10) | 12/7/25 | 12/13/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - | $ 90.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/17/26 - 03/28/26
|
Register Closes 12/06/2025 |