Sports Guide 2023 Summer - Carol Stream Park District

GUIDE SPORTS FOR

Meet and Greet

The meet and greet is a set time where players, parents and coaches meet each other and hand out any necessary information and in some cases receive their uniforms

Player Evaluations

Players get rated based on each skill set for that particular sport for the draft/team placement Drafts are typically for ages 10U and above All players are encouraged to attend

Placed on a Specific Team

Due to the nature of the program, we cannot accept any coach, player or carpool requests However, one mutual friendship request is honored for players in a league for 2nd grade/8U and younger along with youth volleyball Request deadlines are the same as registration deadlines (not an early bird)

YOUTH LEAGUES

Playing Up

Playing up is not allowed for instructional soccer or tee-ball

For all other leagues, playing up is allowed by one age or grade level Any player seeking to play up must get permission from the league supervisor prior to registration Any participant playing up must also register in person

Parent Code Conduct

By registering your child you agree to comply with the Parent Code of Conduct

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsor your child's team - Contact Community Relations: Pam Falco for sponsorship and advertising opportunities pamf@csparks org or 630-784-6123

Registrations Deadlines

Volunteer to Help Volunteer coaches are needed for all league sports

Volunteer coaches needed.

Registration includes uniform Use the registration code for the age of your child as of April 30, 2023 Preschool practices and games are Monday/Wednesday/Saturday Preschoolers must be 4 years old by the first practice

Kindergarten practices and games are Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday Games and practices are held at Carol Stream’s Town Center, Lies Rd and Gary Ave

Baseball - Youth League Volunteer coaches needed.

Begins April 3, Ages 7-14

Registration includes uniform Use registration code for the age of your child on April 30, 2023 Practices and games are scheduled Monday through Saturday Sunday may be used for additional practices and make up games Local travel may be required at all levels, and home games are played in Carol Stream

YOUTH LEAGUES

Softball - Youth League Volunteer coaches needed.

Begins Apr 3

Baseball Skills Clinic

Carol Stream Travel Softball & Baseball Association are putting on a free one-day baseball skills clinic.

Ages 6-12

Sun 3/12 9-10:30AM FREE 26655

Field House at Glenbard North High School

Must be a participant of the Carol Stream In-house baseball program

Registration includes uniform Use registration code for the age of your child as of December 31, 2022

Practices and games are scheduled Monday through Saturday Sunday may be used for additional practices and make up games Local travel may be required at all levels, and home games are played in Carol Stream

Softball Skills Clinic

Carol Stream Travel Softball & Baseball Association are putting on a free one-day softball skills clinic.

Ages 6-12

Sun 3/12 11AM-12:30PM FREE 26656

Field House at Glenbard North High School

Must be a participant of the Carol Stream In-house softball program

Gold Medal Baseball

July 19-23. Deadline: July 1

$475 until April 24. $500 after April 25

Gold Medal Softball

July 19-23 Deadline: July 1

$475 until April 24 $500 after April 25

10U 26648

12U 26649

14U 26650

In-House teams only Three-game guarantee with games being played on Wednesday-Sunday and Friday being a rain date

In-House teams only Three-game guarantee with games being played on Wednesday-Sunday and Friday being a rain date

High School Baseball

Ages 14+ 6/3-7/22 $200R/$220NR 26444

Games played against teams from other communities Home games are in Carol Stream Registration includes a uniform All current high school players are eligible Teams are formed by coaches, but players register individually Games begin after the high school season in June and can be any day of week

High School Girls Softball

Teams play a regular season followed by a post-season tournament

Ages 14+ 6/3-7/22 TEAM FEE: $1,100R 26445

Team registration only Games begin after high school season in June and can be any day of the week

Soccer Instructional - Preschool/Kindergarten Co-ed - League

Games begin Apr 15

Young children are introduced to the fundamentals of the sport while learning how to play the game

Volunteer coaches needed.

Registration includes tee-shirt and participation trophy Games and practices are held at Walter Park

Soccer - In House - Youth League

Games begin Apr 15

Registration includes tee-shirt and participation trophy Use the registration code for the grade your child was in during the 2022-23 school year

Soccer - Youth League

Games begin Apr 15

Grades 3 through 8 play in an intervillage league which requires travel to local communities Home games played in Carol Stream Players wear a full uniform not included in the registration fee and available for purchase at Simkus Recreation Center Use the registration code for the grade your child was in during the 2022-23 school year

Grade Coed

Volunteer coaches needed.

Volunteer coaches needed.

3rd/4th Grade Coed $115R / $135NR 25720 $135R / $155NR 25721

5th/6th Grade Coed $120R / $140NR 25722 $140R / $160NR 25723

7th/8th Grade Coed $125R / $145NR 25724 $145R / $165NR 25725

BY FEB 27 WAITLIST AFTER FEB 27 Pre/K (4-6yrs) $105R / $125NR 25726 $125R / $145NR 25727 BY FEB 27 WAITLIST AFTER FEB 27

1st/2nd

$110R / $130NR 25718 $130R / $150NR 25719 BY FEB 27 WAITLIST AFTER FEB 27

YOUTH LEAGUES

Basketball

Practices begin week of May 22.

Games begin June 4.

League consists of an eight-game regular season.

Volunteer coaches needed.

T-Shirt included Games are played on Sundays against other Carol Stream teams and surrounding communities Practices are scheduled by the coach on one weeknight during the season

Volleyball

Player Evaluations: 5/6 grade on March 14 from 6-7pm

7/8 grade on March 16 from 6-7pm

Practices Begin:

Grade on March 21 7/8 Grade on March 23

Volunteer coaches needed.

5/6 Grade - Practices on Tuesday 7/8 Grade - Practices on Thursday Games played on Saturdays

Season includes one practice per week, a six-game season against intervillage league teams and concludes with a postseason tournament

MARCH

26718

Open Gym

(March 27-May 31)

3rd - High School

Location: Fountain View Recreation Ctr

Spring Break Open Gym

M-F Mar 27-Mar 31 10am-5:30pm

Monday Basketball 2:30-5:30pm

Volleyball 2:30-5:30pm

Tuesday Basketball 3-5:30pm

Wednesday Basketball 3-8pm

Thursday Basketball 3-5:30pm Volleyball 3-5:30pm

Friday Basketball 3-7:45pm

Monday-Friday

Fitness Members Only

Monday-Friday - 12-2pm

Sunday - 8-11am

Daily • $7R/$10NR 10 Punch Pass • $60R/$80NR

No Open Gym

April 9

May 29

*Schedule is subject to change without notice

ALL STAR SPORTS

All Sports - Parent/Tot

For the all-around athlete or a child who wants to take a shot at different sports Kids work on balance, motor skills and eye coordination while learning the rule baseball, basketball, football, soccer a more

Ages 3-4

Sat 4/8-5/20 9-9:45AM $89R/$109NR

Fountain View Recreation Center

Tee Ball Junior

Playersworkonhand-eyecoordination learningthebasicmechanicsofbatting, catching,throwing,fieldingandbaserunning

Ages3-4

Sat 4/8-5/20 11:30AM-12:30PM $89R/$109NR 26467

FountainViewRecreationCenter

Participants must bring their own glove

Soccer - Junior

Playerslearndrillstoimproveshootingskills, dribblingandpassing Inaddition,the importanceofballandplayermovementis learned.

Ages3-4

Sat 4/8-5/20 9:45-10:30AM $89R/$109NR 26462

FountainViewRecreationCenter

Tue 4/11-5/23 4:15-5PM $89R/$109NR 26463

SimkusRecreationCenter

Ages4-6

Sat4/8-5/20 10:30-11:30AM $89R/$109NR 26465

FountainViewRecreationCenter

Tue 4/11-5/23 5-6PM $89R/$109NR 26464

SimkusRecreationCenter

Participants should bring their own shin guards and ball

Basketball - Junior

Instruction is designed to teach the game at the basic level while keeping kids active and engaged Fun games are played to teach the importance of skills learned

Ages 3-4

Thu 4/6-5/18 4-4:45PM $89R/$109NR 26458

Ages 4-6

Thu 4/6-5/18 4:45-5:45PM $89R/$109NR 26459

Fountain View Recreation Center

Participants should bring their own ball

Basketball - Skills

Instruction is designed to teach the game at the basic level while keeping kids active and engaged Fun games are played to teach the importance of skills learned

Ages 7-9

Thu 4/6-5/18 5:45-6:45PM $89R/$109NR 26460

Fountain View Recreation Center

Participants should bring their own ball

Players learn drills to improve shooting skills, dribbling and passing. In addition, the importance of ball and player movement is learned.

Ages 4-6

Mon/Tue/Wed 3/27-29 9-11AM $65R/$85NR 26223

Fountain View Recreation Center

Participants should bring their own ball

Soccer - Skills

Players learn drills to improve shooting skills, dribbling and passing. In addition, the importance of ball and player movement is learned.

Ages 6-8

Tue 4/11-5/23 6-7PM $89R/$109NR 26466

Fountain View Recreation Center

Participants should bring their own ball

ALL STAR SPORTS

Basketball Skills Camp

Instruction designed to teach game at basic level while keeping kids active and engaged Fun games are played to teach the importance of skills learned

Ages 6-8

Mon/Tue/Wed 3/27-29 11:15AM-1:15PM $65R/$85NR 26226

Fountain View Recreation Center

Participants must bring their own ball

Baseball Skills Camp

Players work on hand-eye coordination while learning the basic mechanics of batting, catching, throwing, fielding and base running

Ages 6-8

Mon/Tue/Wed 3/27-29 1:30-3:30PM $65R/$85NR 26227

Fountain View Recreation Center

Participants must bring their own glove

HOT SHOT SPORTS

Basketball - Adult Tot

Youngchildrendevelopmotorskillswhile havingfunrunningandballhandling Parentsandtotsworktogetherinthis class,learningthebasicsofbasketball Dribbling,passing,shootingandteamwork isemphasized Avarietyofactivitiesare playedeachweek

Ages2-3

Fri 4/28-6/2 4:30-5PM $65R/$85NR 26529

NoClassMay26

FountainViewRecreationCenter

Participants must bring their own ball

Soccer - Adult Tot

Youngchildrendevelopmotorskillswhile havingfunrunningandkicking.Parents andtotsworktogetherinthisclass,learning thebasicsofsoccer.Dribbling,passing, shootingandkickingareemphasized. Avarietyofactivitiesareplayedeachweek.

Ages2-3

Sun 4/23-6/4 12-12:30PM

NoClassMay28

SimkusRecreationCenter

Basketball - Little Dribblers

TheLilDribblersBasketballprogram introduceschildrentothegameofbasketball inasafeandfunenvironment Weuseageappropriateactivitiesandgamesspecifically designedtoincreasebalance,body awareness,motorskills,hand-eye coordinationandlisteningskills

Ages4-6

Fri 4/28-6/9 5-5:45PM

NoClassMay26

$70R/$90NR 26532

FountainViewRecreationCenter

Participants must bring their own ball

Soccer - Pee Wee

Letyourchild'searlysoccerexperiencebe agreatone.Theyoungerplayerdevelops theirsoccerskillsandalsogainsconfidence, coordination,motorskillsandcommunication. Theprogramusesage-appropriatedrills andexercisestoteachplayerskicking,ball control,dribbling,shootingandmore.

$65R/$85NR 26530

Participants must bring their own ball

Tball - Adult Tot

Youngchildrendevelopmotorskillswhile havingfunlearningfielding,baserunning, andhittingoffatee Parentsandtotswork togetherinthisclass,learningthebasicsof baseball Avarietyofactivitiesareplayedeach week

Ages2-3

Wed 4/26-5/31 5-5:30PM $65R/$85NR 26531

NoClassMarch29

SimkusRecreationCenter

Participants must bring their own glove

Ages4-6

Sun 4/23-6/4 12:45-1:30PM

NoClassMay28

SimkusRecreationCenter

$65R/$85NR 26533

Participants must bring their own ball

Tball - Skills Clinic

Inthisintroductoryprogram,participantsenjoy learningtheskillsneededtoplaybaseball includingoffenseanddefense,aswellas therulesandphilosophiesofthegame. Theprogramstressesteamworkover competition.

Ages4-6

Wed4/26-5/31 5:30-6:15PM $65R/$85NR 26534

SimkusRecreationCenter

Participants must bring their own glove

Test your skills against the best Smash Bros players in the area Players sign up in either the beginner or competitive group and compete in a round robin tournament ending in a single elimination bracket Players enjoy an esports experience as they compete for bragging rights and prizes

Ages 8-14

Fri 3/36 6-8:30PM $16R/$24NR 25896

Fri 4/76 6-8:30PM $16R/$24NR 26305

Fri 5/56 6-8:30PM $16R/$24NR 26306

Fountain View Recreation Center

Karate - Sullivan's

Fencing develops coordination, builds strength, speed and endurance, requires good sportsmanship and builds quick decision making skills It is a blend of highly aerobic work that simultaneously requires explosive strength based movement

Ages 8+

Karate is an art that stresses defense rather than offense Sensei Matt is a 3rd degree black belt who teaches the traditional style of Okinawan karate Students develop coordination along with self-confidence, respect and a positive self-image Ages

Mini - Soccer Shots

A high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active

Age 2

Wed 4/5-5/24 4:30-5PM $125R/$145NR 26537

Fountain View Recreation Center - Turf Field

Classic - Soccer Shots

Utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation

Ages 3-5 W 5 W 6 S

Premier - Soccer Shots

Focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction Children are introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner through weekly scrimmages

Ages 5-8

Wed 4/5-5/24 6:45-7:30PM $160R/$180NR 26538

Fountain View Recreation Center - Turf Field

JR Volleykidz USA - EVP

Improve your volleyball skills with 90 minutes of drills in setting, passing, overhand serving and spiking The lesson plan directs the use of individual training, pairing drills and game situation development

Ages 10-13

Wed 4/5-26 6-7:30PM $99R/$119NR 26662

Wed 5/3-24 6-7:30PM $99R/$119NR 26663

Fountain View Recreation Center

Volleykidz USA - EVP

Volleykidz is an introductory class The lesson plan introduces the pass, set and spike using a very light volleyball. Volleykidz helps improve hand/eye coordination and left/right coordination through the use of fun drills and games.

Ages 7-9

Wed 4/5-26 5-6PM $74R/$94NR 26664

Wed 5/3-24 5-6PM $74R/$94NR 26665

Fountain View Recreation Center

Age Requirements

All participants must be 17+ years to participate Cup In Hand Kickball league and Bean Bags league you must be 21+ years to participate

Free Agents

Dont have a full squad to form your own team? Sign up as a free agent for the sport of your choice Each league has a minimum that must be reached before a team is formed or if not enough to form a team, you may be placed with a team that is looking for players

FREE AGENT

Volleyball - Friday

Teams play a ten-game regular season followed by a postseason tournament Deadline: April 3

Fri 4/7-6/16 Team Fee: $500 26436

Fountain View Recreation Center

VOLLEYBALL INFORMATION

Volleyball - Monday

Teams play a ten-game regular season followed by a postseason tournament Deadline: April 3

Mon 4/10-6/26 Team Fee: $500 26437

Fountain View Recreation Center

VOLLEYBALL INFORMATION

Floor Hockey

Teams play an eight-game regular season with a single elimination playoff tournament. Deadline: April 3

Tue 4/11-6/20 Team Fee: $475 26443

Evergreen School

ADULT LEAGUES

HOCKEY INFORMATION

League Levels

Competitive - Upper level talent

Intermediate - Middle level talent

Recreational - Beginner level talent

Registration

Registration can be completed online or a special league registration form can be filled out and returned to Fountain View or Simkus Recreation Center or emailed to anthonyk@csparks org

Cup in Hand Kickball

Co-ed teams play a six-game regular season followed by a single elimination playoff

Deadline: April 17

Mon 4/24-6/19 Team Fee: $475 26427

McCaslin Park

KICKBALL INFORMATION

Each team receives 12 drink tickets per game to be used at the concession stand Must be 21 or older to play

Basketball - Sunday

Teams play an eight-game regular season followed by a postseason tournament

Deadline: May 1

Sun 5/7-7/16 Team Fee: $850 26429

Fountain View Recreation Center

BASKETBALL INFORMATION

Basketball - Tuesday

Teams play an six-game regular season followed by a postseason tournament

Deadline: May 1

Tue 5/9-6/27 Team Fee: $700 26430

Fountain View Recreation Center

BASKETBALL INFORMATION

Season consists of six games followed by a tournament

Deadline: April 26 Tue 5/2-6/13 Player Fee: $50 26432

Deadline: May 1

Thu 5/4-6/15 Player Fee: $50 26431

Open Gym Pickleball

Sundays 12-2PM

Feb 26

March 5

March 12

March 19 (9-11am)

Players register as a team of two, but must register individually

March 26

April 16

April 23

April 30

May 7

May 14

May 21

Daily • $6/player Must register for each week individually

Softball - Sunday

Teams play a 10-game regular season followed by a single elimination postseason tournament

Deadline: May 22

Sun 6/4-7/23

Team Fee: $750 26438

Softball - Tuesday

Teams play a 10-game regular season followed by a single elimination tournament

Deadline: April 10

Tue 4/25-7/11

Team Fee: $750 26434

Softball - Wednesday

Teams play a 12-game double header regular season followed by a double elimination playoff.

Deadline: April 10

Wed 4/26-6/28

Team Fee: $900 26435

ADULT LEAGUES

SOFTBALL INFORMATION

Softball - Sunday Co-ed 12"

Teams play an 8-game regular season followed by a single elimination tournament

Deadline: May 22

Sun 6/4-7/23

Team Fee: $600 26442

Softball - Tuesday Co-ed 12"

Teams play an 8-game regular season followed by a single elimination tournament

Deadline: May 22

Tue 6/6-8/8

Team Fee: $600 26439

Softball - Thursday

Teams play a 12-game double header regular season followed by a double elimination tournament.

Deadline: April 10

Thu 4/27-7/13

Team Fee: $900 26433

Two-game guarantee followed by a championship game

Deadline: April 10

Competitive - Thu, April 13 Team Fee: $200 26640

Deadline: April 17

Recreation - Thu, April 20 Team Fee: $200 26641

TheParkDistrictisHiring!

Employees receive a complimentary Fountain View Fitness, Coral Cove Water Park and Dog Park Membership.

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