Hit the Hardwood With the Y
Play ball with the folks who invented the sport! Y youth sports encourage and promote healthy kids, families, and communities by placing a priority on family involvement, healthy competition rather than rivalry, the value of participation over winning, team-building as well as individual development, a positive self-image, and a sense of fair play and mutual respect for others.
Families are encouraged to be more than mere spectators, by contributing their time as volunteer coaches—as well as being their kid’s greatest fan.
Youth Basketball Leagues & Programs
Minis Program
Preschoolers learn rules and practice basketball fundamentals like dribbling, shooting, passing and in most cases, going the right way down the court through fun drills and games.
Ages: 3 to 5, co-ed
Schedule: Practices with scrimmages are held once per week for 8 weeks. Days and times of program vary by location.
Winter Locations: Auburn Valley, Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, Sammamish Community, and West Seattle Family Ys
Spring Locations: Auburn Valley, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Summer Locations: Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Fall Locations: Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, Sammamish Community, and West Seattle Family Ys
Led By: Y staff
Score: Not tracked
Family Involvement: Required
Kinders Program
Kindergarteners learn rules and practice basketball fundamentals like dribbling, shooting, passing and in most cases, going the right way down the court through fun drills and games.
Ages: 5 to 6, co-ed
Schedule: Practices with scrimmages are held once per week for 8 weeks. Days and times of program vary by location.
Winter Locations: Auburn Valley, Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, Sammamish Community, and West Seattle Family Ys
Spring Locations: Auburn Valley, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, Sammamish Community, and West Seattle Family Ys
Summer Locations: Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Fall Locations: Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, Sammamish Community, and West Seattle Family Ys
Led By: Y staff
Score: Not tracked
Family Involvement: Encouraged
Rookies League
Learn the fundamentals of basketball, sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy habits while sharpening skills, practicing drills, and having fun.
Grades: 1 and 2, co-ed
Schedule: Teams are formed by Y staff and practice once per week. Games are played Saturday or Sunday against other teams.
Winter Locations: Auburn Valley, Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Spring Locations: Auburn Valley, Coal Creek Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Summer Location: Coal Creek Family Y
Fall Locations: Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Led By: Volunteer coach
Score: Not tracked
Juniors League
Take your skills to the next level and experience constructive competition. Players in this youth basketball league continue to build skills like dribbling, shooting, passing and begin learning basketball plays through fun drills.
Grades: 3 to 6, single-gender
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region.
Winter Locations: Auburn Valley, Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Northshore, and West Seattle Family Ys
Spring Locations: Auburn Valley, Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Kent, Matt Griffin, and West Seattle Family Ys
Summer Locations: There are no programs planned for summer 2023.
Fall Locations: Matt Griffin and Meredith Mathews East Madison Ys
Led By: Volunteer coach
Score: Tracked
Legends League
Celebrate the love of the game in this youth basketball league! Legends focus on learning plays, practicing teamwork, and building fundamental skills. Teams participate at a higher level of competition that helps prepare them for playing in school leagues and throughout their entire life.
Grades: 7 to 9, single-gender
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region.
Winter Locations: Auburn Valley, Dale Turner Family, Matt Griffin, and Northshore Ys
Spring Locations: Auburn Valley, Kent, and Matt Griffin Ys
Summer Locations: There are no programs planned for summer 2023.
Fall Locations: Matt Griffin and Meredith Mathews East Madison Ys
Led By: Volunteer coach
Score: Tracked
Clinics, Academies & Intros
Get ready for the next season of basketball by fine-tuning skills in our clinics or academies, or learn the basics in an intro series! Players focus on mastering the fundamentals of dribbling, shooting and passing, practice drills, and have fun.
Grades: K to 9, co-ed
Schedule: Varies by program. Offered throughout the year.
Led By: Y staff
Key Information & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I register?
You can register online via the links above, over the phone by calling (206) 382-5022, or at your local Y.
When does registration open?
Registration opens seasonally. To learn more about registration, including answers to frequently asked questions, please visit our program registration website.
Spring One: For programs that start between February 27–April 30, 2023 registration opens at 6:00 am on:
- January 15 for Y members
- January 22 for Community members
Spring Two: For programs that start between May 1–June 25, 2023 registration opens at 6:00 am on:
- February 15 for Y members
- February 22 for Community members
Summer: For programs that start between July 3–August 27, 2023 registration opens at 6:00 am on:
- April 15 for Y members
- April 22 for Community members
Fall One: For programs that start between September 5–October 29, 2023, registration opens at 6:00 am:
- June 15 for Y members
- June 22 for Community members
Fall Two: For programs that start between October 30–December 24, 2023 registration opens at 6:00 am on:
- August 15 for Y members
- August 22 for Community members
I cannot afford the full cost of the program, is financial assistance available?
Yes! The Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching youth programs. If the fee for youth sports prevents a challenge for your family, financial assistance is available.
For Y members, your program scholarship is already attached to your Y account and available upon registration. For community members, please drop by your local Y or call us at (206) 382-5022 to learn more.
Do Y members receive a discount on youth sports programs or leagues?
Yes! To see your Y member discount, please click the register button for your chosen program or league and click the activity to see pricing for both Y members and Community members.
What are your current policies and procedures related to Covid-19?
You and your child(ren)'s safety is our highest priority. We understand Covid-19 safety protocols change frequently, and it can cause confusion. As new guidance emerges and the science develops, we continuously seek ways to minimize risk to the community. We appreciate our staff and members’ flexibility and willingness to shift as we seek an end to the pandemic.
Our mask and vaccine policy is based on local, state, and federal regulations plus best practices for similar industries across the country.
Our staff are trained to follow all safety protocols and cleaning procedures, including thoroughly sanitizing touchpoints between groups or programs.
What should my child wear and bring for basketball?
Your child should wear comfortable clothes and closed toe shoes (preferably athletic shoes) and bring a non-glass water bottle.
Does my child need to be potty trained?
Yes, all participants must be potty trained.
What is your refund policy?
Please review our cancellation and refund policies here.
If internet registration is closed, can I still sign up for this program?
There may still be space available even if internet registration is closed. Please call (206) 382-5022 or visit your local Y to inquire.
Who do I contact with questions?
Contact information for the following locations:
- Auburn Valley Y – auburnsports@seattleymca.org
- Bellevue Family Y – bellevuesports@seattleymca.org
- Coal Creek Family Y – ccfysports@seattleymca.org
- Dale Turner Family Y – dtfysports@seattleymca.org
- Kent Y – kentsports@seattleymca.org
- Matt Griffin Y – youthsportsmg@seattleymca.org
- Meredith Mathews East Madison Y – mmemsports@seattleymca.org
- Northshore Y – northshoresports@seattleymca.org
- Sammamish Y - kpayne@seattleymca.org
- Snoqualmie Y - jhopkins@seattleymca.org
- West Seattle Y - wssports@seattleymca.org
Key Information for Leagues
What are the key season dates?
Winter
- Registration closes November 13
- Season begins the week of December 5, with a break from practices December 19-30
- Games begin the weekend of January 6
- Season ends the weekend of February 25
Spring
- Registration opens January 15 for Y members
- Registration opens January 22 for Community members
- League season begins with practices the week of March 27
- Games begin weekend of April 15-16.
- There are no games on April 29 due to Healthy Kids Day.
- Season ends the weekend of June 10-11.
- Make-up games on the weekend of June 17-18.
When will my child practice?
For the winter season, you will be informed of your practice time during the week of November 21.
For the spring season, you will be informed of your practice time during the week of March 13.
What if I don't get information about practice times by the indicated date?
For the winter season, you will be informed of your practice time during the week of November 21. If by November 28 you have not been contacted, please reach out to your local Y.
For the spring season, you will be informed of your practice time during the week of March 13. If by March 20 you have not been contacted, please reach out to your local Y.
How often will my child practice?
Teams will practice once per week for 45 – 60 minutes, depending on age group.
Where are games and practices?
- Practices will be held at your local Y facility.
- Games for our Rookies leagues will be held at your local Y facility.
- Games for our Juniors and Legends leagues will be held at your local Y facility and other Ys in the region.
When will we receive a game schedule?
Game schedules will be released a week prior to the first weekend of games.
Who will be the coach?
Our teams are led by volunteer coaches.
How do we apply to be a volunteer coach?
We are looking for volunteer coaches to lead our teams. Please visit this link to sign up or contact your local Y.
Can I request to be on a team with a buddy?
Yes, we will do our best to honor requests but can not guarantee them. During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to request ONE buddy. Your buddy must also request you on their registration.
When will we receive a uniform?
Uniforms will be distributed before the first game.
How are teams formed?
Teams are formed based on grade, school, and buddy requests.
What happens when games are postponed or canceled due to bad weather and/or power outages?
If a game has been played more than 50%, that game is considered final. If an entire game is canceled, we try to reschedule for a future weekend or weeknight. Because the weather is out of our control, sometimes games cannot be rescheduled, but we will do our best.
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