Town offers summer sports programs

The Town of Oyster Bay will offer Summer Athletic Programs for basketball, badminton, and volleyball, beginning on July 6 at the Hicksville Athletic Center. All athletic programs run for 10 weeks, are co-ed, and open to individuals 18 and over.

“The Town’s athletic programs offer a great opportunity for residents to take to the court, improve their skills, and make new friends,” said Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh. “Playing basketball, badminton, and volleyball are the ideal way to have fun while staying active, and I encourage residents to take advantage of these Town programs.” to 10:00 a.m., and Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning on July 6, 2023. The basketball program is 10 weeks long and costs $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents.

Basketball will be held on Thursdays from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 a.m.

Badminton will feature two sessions for registrants to choose from.

The first session consists of Tuesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Fridays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Sundays from 6:10 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.

Session 2 consists of Tuesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Fridays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Sundays from 8:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. The badminton program is 10 weeks long and costs $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents, with the program scheduled to begin on July 7.

Volleyball will be split into two different sessions. The first session will be held on Mondays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Wednesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The second session will take place on Mondays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Wednesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. The volleyball program is 10-weeks long, costs $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents, and is scheduled to begin on July 8.

Registration for Town of Oyster Bay residents begins online on Monday, June 5, at 5 p.m. at oysterbaytown.com/portal. You must upload proof of residency (tax or utility bill) and a valid identification card such as a driver’s license.

Town residents also have the option to register in person on Wednesday, June 7, from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the TOB Hicksville Athletic Center (167 S Broadway, Hicksville). Nonresidents can register online at oysterbaytown.com/portal beginning June 12.

Proof of residency is required for the resident discount. The schedule is subject to change. If a session is cancelled, make-up day(s) will be attempted. For more information, or to inquire about special holiday scheduling, please call (516) 797-7945or email tobparks@oysterbay-ny.gov