Youth Sports

Youth sports programs are more than just a physical activity. These programs help develop respect, teamwork, and communication skills. www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation • (623) 930-4612

SPRING BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, AND T-BALL

Registration December 6 - January 16 Registration fee: $55 Resident / $75 Non-Resident Practices begin week of February 7

Games begin the week of February 21 These recreational teams are open to children ages 4-14. Practice locations, dates, and times are determined by each coach. Most practices are, Monday - Thursday, and no more than twice a week.

Division T-ball Peewee Baseball (coach pitch) Rookie Baseball (machine pitch) Minor Baseball (kid pitch) Major Baseball (kid pitch) Ponytail Softball (coach pitch) Cholla Softball (machine pitch) Ocotillo Softball (kid pitch) Cactus Softball (kid pitch) *as of Feb. 21, 2022 Age*  4-6  6-8  8-10  10-12  12-14  6-8  8-10  10-12  12-14

FALL FLAG FOOTBALL

This recreational, fast-paced, five-on-five flag football league is open to children ages 7-12. It provides young players an exciting opportunity to engage in limited contact and continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork. The league teaches the fundamentals of football offensive and defensive plays, rules, and sportsmanship.

Registration Opens: July 10 Resident / July 21 Non-Resident Registration fee: $55 Resident / $75 Non-Resident

Practices begin week of September 7 Practice locations, dates and times are determined by each coach. Most practices are held twice a week on Monday - Thursday. Games are held on Saturdays from September 25 through November 13.

Division Peewee Rookie *as of Sept. 5, 2021

Become a HERO in your community! Sponsor a league or team of Glendale Youth Sports. For more information go to www.glendaleaz.com/play/programs/youth_sports_leagues or call (623) 930-4612 Age* 7-9 10-12

VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED

Parent/adult volunteers are a very important resource for Glendale Youth Sports programs. We're looking for enthusiastic people who want to help out, while also having fun! Please indicate on the registration form if you would like to volunteer, or call (623) 930-4612.

YOUTH SPORTS

BASKETBALL SKILLS & DRILLS

$112R / $122NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times

2-4 SEP-11 SAT 10:40 AM - 11:25 AM

5-8 SEP-11

SAT 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM This class will introduce and advance your child’s ability for ball handling, dribbling, defense, jumping, passing, shooting, and the triple threat position. The goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance young players regardless of their skill level. This is a non-parent participation class. Please bring your own basketball with your child's name on it. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Gymnasium East Instructor: Goldberg

JUNIOR RACQUETBALL CLINIC

$13R / $16NR – 2 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times

10-15 DEC-20

MON 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Learn the game of racquetball in a fun environment. Instructor will share rules, tips and teach participants how to play with other players. Each day will build on the previous skills learned. Participants should come dressed in workout attire and tennis shoes. All equipment is provided or bring your own. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Racquetball Courts Instructor: Lovinger

SOCCER SKILLS & TRAINING

$112R / $122NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times

2-4 SEP-11 SAT 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

5-8 SEP-11

SAT 9:50 AM - 10:35 AM This weekly soccer class will teach your kids the skills of soccer by offering activities such as: dribbling, kicking, throw-ins, goalie skills, (age permitting: scrimmaging) and more. The goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage, and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. Please bring an age appropriate soccer ball with your child’s name on it and a water bottle. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Gymnasium East Instructor: Goldberg

Please check our website for the most current updates and changes.

Some classes, activities, and facility hours may change after this publication was printed. www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation