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Youth Sports
Youth Baseball and Softball Leagues (Ages 7-14)
The Wentzville Parks and Recreation Department is part of the New Horizons Youth Baseball League (NHYBL). This league consists of Lake St. Louis, New Melle, Dardenne Prairie and Wright City. Games are played Monday-Friday starting in mid-APR. Practices will occur at the discretion of the coach. Teams will receive one free practice per week. All standings, games and team information for this league is on www.quickscores.com/nhybl. First- and second-place teams in each division are provided trophies by their home associations. 7U & 8U will play machine pitch. 9U and up will play player pitch. Jerseys and hats are provided for participants registering as individuals. For team registration, the coach must have at least 10 players, pay the team fee at the time of registration and provide a roster. Team registration does not include uniforms. Age divisions with birth years: BASEBALL: 7U (MAY 2014-APR 2015), 8U (MAY 2013-APR 2014), 9U (MAY 2012-APR 2013), 10U (MAY 2011-APR 2012), 11U (MAY 2010-APR 2011), 12U (MAY 2009-APR 2010), 13U (MAY 2008-APR 2009), 14U (MAY 2007-APR 2008) SOFTBALL: 8U (2013-2014), 10U (2011-2012), 12U (2009-2010), 14U (2007-2008) BEGINS DEADLINE INDIVIDUAL TEAM M-F 6P APR 11 FEB 13 ML $95/115 $1,150
Coed T-Ball and Coach Pitch Leagues (Ages 3-6)
This recreational coed league for 3-to-6-year-olds is designed to prepare young players for the next level of baseball or softball. Score is not kept; each participant receives a jersey, hat and an award at the end of the six-game season. Parents are required to help during the season. Games will be played on Saturdays as early as 8A and practices will occur at the discretion of the coach. Age divisions: Coed T-Ball (Ages 3-4) and Coach Pitch (Ages 5-6). BEGINS DEADLINE SA 8A APR 23 FEB 27 ML 6 WKS $79/89
Tiny Sluggers (Ages 3-6)
Are you ready for baseball season? Get an early start with this four-week, 45-minute program. We will cover the skills of batting, catching, fielding and throwing. Each child will work one-on-one with their parent/guardian in performing various drills and games related to baseball. Each child will receive a T-shirt and a soft baseball. (Min 7/Max 15)
BEGINS DEADLINE TU 5:45P MAR 15 FEB 23 PP 4 WKS AGES 3-4 $55/65 TU 6:45P MAR 15 FEB 23 PP 4 WKS AGES 5-6 $55/65 TU 5:45P APR 19 MAR 27 PP 4 WKS AGES 3-4 $55/65 TU 6:45P APR 19 MAR 27 PP 4 WKS AGES 5-6 $55/65
Girls' Volleyball Camp (Ages 9-15)
This four-week, 90-minute camp meets on Sundays and is designed to introduce participants to the basics of volleyball. They will learn the fundamentals of serving, passing, setting and hitting. This is great for those interested in developing their skills and interested in playing in our winter volleyball league. (Min 10/Max 25) BEGINS DEADLINE SU 10:30A JAN 16 JAN 9 GYM 4 WKS $75/85 Girls' Volleyball Skills and Drills (Ages 10-15)
This six-week, one-hour program is designed to supplement the girls' volleyball league as an extra night to work on specific skills. Coaches are encouraged to attend and assist. Participants will be split into groups based on skill level and abilities. The instructor will run various stations of drills. No class on MAR 23. (Min 10/Max 15) *The session at 8:10P for ages 12-15 is an advanced skills program for those girls who want the next level of training. BEGINS DEADLINE W 6:30P FEB 23 FEB 13 JNY 6 WKS AGES 9-12 $75/85 W 7:20P FEB 23 FEB 13 JNY 6 WKS AGES 13-15 $75/85 W 8:10P FEB 23 FEB 13 JNY 6 WKS AGES 12-15* $75/85
Girls' Volleyball League (Ages 10-15)
This six-week league will be governed by USA volleyball rules and house rules. Uniforms are included for participants registering as individuals. Team registration does not include uniforms. At the end of the six-week season, the top four teams in each age division will play in a single-elimination tournament to determine the league champion. Awards will be given to the first-place team. Games start as early as 8A. No games on MAR 19 or APR 16. (Min 40/Max 200) Age divisions: Girls ages 10-12 and 13-15 years old. BEGINS DEADLINE INDIVIDUAL TEAM SA 8A MAR 5 FEB 6 GYM 6 WKS $75/85 $550
Tennis Lessons (Ages 6-15)
In this four-session program, participants will engage in a series of active instructional lessons that will lead to supervised play. The lessons emphasize the fun and social aspect of tennis. Tennis balls will be provided, but participants must bring their own racket. In addition to lessons, Junior Team Tennis and monthly tournaments can be added for an additional cost. To learn more about Junior Team Tennis, please contact Mark Platt at mark@saintlouistennis.com. This program is one hour long. (Min 5/Max 20) BEGINS DEADLINE TH 6:30P JAN 13 JAN 6 JNY 4 WKS AGES 6-10 $80/90 TH 7:30P JAN 13 JAN 6 JNY 4 WKS AGES 11-15 $80/90 TH 6:30P FEB 10 FEB 3 JNY 4 WKS AGES 6-10 $80/90 TH 7:30P FEB 10 FEB 3 JNY 4 WKS AGES 11-15 $80/90 SA 9A MAR 26 MAR 20 LB 4 WKS AGES 6-10 $80/90 SA 8A MAR 26 MAR 20 LB 4 WKS AGES 11-15 $80/90 SA 9A APR 30 APR 24 LB 4 WKS AGES 6-10 $80/90 SA 8A APR 30 APR 24 LB 4 WKS AGES 11-15 $80/90
Outdoor Tennis Clinic (Ages 6-15)
This FREE clinic is designed as an introductory course on how to play the great sport of tennis. Participants will learn the basic skills necessary to be competitive. Everyone involved will receive hands-on instruction to help improve their skills to become better tennis players. Don't forget your racket! Program is one hour long. (Min 5/Max 20)
BEGINS DEADLINE SA 9A MAR 19 MAR 13 LB 1 DAY AGES 6-10 FREE SA 8A MAR 19 MAR 13 LB 1 DAY AGES 11-15 FREE
This is a four-week program that will help develop the essential skills needed to play soccer. First Touch Playtime focuses on balance, coordination, participation, sportsmanship and sharing as well as many different concepts related to the basic skills of soccer. (Min 5/Max 25) BEGINS DEADLINE SU 1P FEB 20 FEB 13 GYM 4 WKS $65/75 SU 1P MAR 20 MAR 13 GYM 4 WKS $65/75 SU 1P APR 24 APR 17 GYM 4 WKS $65/75
Youth Spring Soccer League (Ages 3-13)
This recreational soccer league is offered for children of all abilities. Registration is based on birth year. All participants will receive a jersey and soccer ball. Participants in divisions U4-U7 will be placed on coed teams and will receive an award at the end of the season. Participants in divisions U8-U14 will play in gender-specific leagues (girls may register in the COED league). The first-place team in the U8-U14 divisions will receive an award at the end of the season. Game times vary each week beginning no earlier than 8A. All age divisions will be scheduled for seven games, with a six-game guarantee. Make-up games may be played on Sundays or other days if needed. Makeup games will not be played after Memorial Day unless needed to reach your sixth game. There will be no games on Easter weekend. Ages divisions and genders may be combined based on enrollment if needed. Age divisions with birth years: COED: U4 (2018), U5 (2017), U6 (2016), U7 (2015), U8 (2014), U9 (2013), U10/11 (2012/2011), U12/13/14 (2010-2008) GIRLS: U8 (2014), U9 (2013), U10/11 (2012/2011), U12/13/14 (2010-2008) BEGINS DEADLINE SA 8A MAR 26 FEB 6 HP 7 WKS $83/95
Rec Premier Soccer (Ages 6-14)
This program partners with the City of O'Fallon in developing a more competitive soccer playing experience, along with the services of CORE Soccer Training Director, Jamie Swanner, and his qualified staff. Our Rec Premier Soccer program is based on true small 4v4 gameplay with technical development along with the tactical awareness needed for the individual player. We will train on a specific skill each week for the first 15 minutes, then divide up for a two 20-minute-half 4v4 game. Week one, we will introduce the 4v4 format as well as train. Weeks two through seven we will follow a progressive skillenhancement program, then gameplay. We recommend players stay on their existing recreational league teams and utilize this league as a player-enhancement program. Player groupings may be mixed depending on skill level and gender. Each player will receive two jerseys and a sack pack in addition to training and gameplay. The location will alternate weeks between Heartland Park in Wentzville and Dames Park in O'Fallon. This seven-week program will begin on MAR 25 and continue on Friday nights. BEGINS DEADLINE F 6P MAR 25 FEB 20 ML 7 WKS $150 This five-week, one-hour program will take place on Monday nights and focuses on indoor soccer skills and gameplay. The purpose of the program is to teach ball control in small spaces while creating the opportunity to attack and score lots of goals. Participants will play with a futsal ball, which is a heavier, low-bouncing soccer ball. Individual players will be placed on a team each week by a CORE Soccer instructor based on skill level and abilities. (Min 8/Max 20) Age divisions: Ages 7-9 and 10-12. BEGINS DEADLINE M 7P JAN 24 JAN 9 GYM 5 WKS $65/75
Bobby Wallace is an experienced coach looking forward to teaching your kids the fundamental skills of basketball. Participants will sharpen their skills in shooting, passing, dribbling and defense in this four-week, 90-minute class. (Min 10/Max 50) BEGINS DEADLINE SU 8:30A JAN 9 JAN 2 GYM 4 WKS $80/90 SU 8:30A FEB 6 JAN 30 GYM 4 WKS $80/90 SU 8:30A MAR 6 FEB 27 HP 4 WKS $80/90
Sport-Specific Training (Ages 5-18)
Want to improve your skills in basketball, baseball, soccer or volleyball? Our sportspecific trainers will work with you one-on-one or in small groups to enhance the skills you need to move to the next level. For information and pricing, please call Recreation Supervisor Patrick Logel at (636) 639-2084.
Coming Soon to the WREC!
CORE Soccer Ball Skills Training (Ages 4-18)
This four-week, 55-minute program led by CORE Soccer instructors will help develop the essential skills needed to play soccer. First Touch (Ages 4-5) participants will be introduced to the basics of soccer with many fun games and props. Field players (Ages 4-18) will work on dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. Goalkeepers (Ages 6-18) will work on ball handling, diving, shot stopping and distribution. This program is designed to supplement the Wentzville soccer league and give each child an additional day to further enhance their skills. The JAN and FEB sessions will take place indoors on Friday evenings and there will be no goalkeeper training. While the MAR and APR sessions will take place outdoors on Sunday afternoons and there will be goalkeeper training. (Min 10/Max 75)
BEGINS DEADLINE F 6:30P JAN 7 JAN 2 GYM 4 WKS $65/75 F 6:30P FEB 4 JAN 30 GYM 4 WKS $65/75 SU 2P MAR 6 FEB 27 HP 4 WKS $65/75 SU 2P APR 3 MAR 27 HP 4 WKS $65/75
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
We are excited to offer a Youth Basketball League that will teach participants the skills and rules of the game while learning through instructional gameplay. Referees needed! Please email Patrick Logel at Patrick.Logel@wentzvillemo.gov if you are interested in being a basketball referee. Be on the lookout for more information about this league.
