Early rird registration for youth and peewee basketball opens November 18

Early bird registration for Parks & Recreation’s Youth Basketball League (ages 6 to 14) and Peewee Basketball (age 5) opens Monday, November 18, at noon. Register online under the “Youth & Teen” tab.

Early registration for Youth Basketball costs $55 + tax and runs November 18 – December 1. Late registration costs $65 + tax and runs from December 2 until full.

Registration for Peewee Basketball costs $40 + tax and runs from November 18 until full.

Registration is first come, first served and space is limited. Once a division is full, kids will automatically be placed on the waitlist. In the case of low registration numbers, divisions may be combined. Scholarships are available; complete the online form to apply.

Youth Basketball League is about skill development, fun, and sportsmanship for newcomers and returning players. The season runs January 6 – March 8. Kids will practice once a week for one hour. Games will take place on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Kids must turn 6 years old by February 1, 2025 in order to play.

Peewee Basketball is for boys and girls age 5. The season runs January 11 – February 15. Kids will practice skills for one hour once a week for six weeks total. Kids must turn 5 by January 11, 2025 in order to play.

Find out more about the season on the program website.

Youth Basketball relies on volunteer coaches and parent volunteers. If you’re interested, contact Recreation Coordinator Amanda Lovejoy at (907) 586-2635 ext. 4156 or amanda.lovejoy@juneau.gov for more information.