Success on and off the court.
At the Y, children learn basic basketball skills using age-appropriate equipment (i.e. smaller balls and baskets for preschool ages). They do fun drills and games that teach ball handling and shooting skills. Early in the program, skill work is stressed as they practice, and as players develop, coaches work on the idea of team play and basic strategy.
Preschool Basketball
A great introduction to the game of basketball, where kids learn basketball skills like dribbling and shooting, but the main focus is getting them acclimated to working in a team setting with others. Our program uses age appropriate equipment and modified rules to help children be successful and develop properly.
Basketball – Clinic (Preschool)
Basketball – Clinic (Preschool) at South Oakland Family YMCA
YMCA Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic instructional skills of the sport.
Please bring water bottle, wear shorts or athletic pants and gym shoes !
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Basketball Instructional Clinic (4-5)
Basketball Instructional Clinic (4-5) at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Basketball Instructional program is an introduction to Basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport. This clinic is for the beginner level athlete or a player looking to fine tune the basic skills of Basketball.
For more information, contact our Youth & Family Program:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
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Basketball League: 4- 5 – United Sports Little Dunkers
Basketball League: 4- 5 – United Sports Little Dunkers at Downriver Family YMCA
The United Sports League (through the Downriver Y and the City of Southgate) is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players will learn the basic fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, and passing and how to play together as a team. This age division is more of an introduction to the game of basketball. Teams meet each week for a 25-minute practice followed by a 25-minute scrimmage game (no score). Start times will fluctuate from week to week with either a 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm start time for each team. Parents will receive schedule information two weeks prior to the season starting
Non Members who live in Southgate should register in person or by phone to ensure they get the correct rate.
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Preschool Basketball Clinic
Preschool Basketball Clinic at Boll Family YMCA
YMCA Preschool Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport like dribbling, passing, and shooting.
This Program will not meet the week of March 23 – March 29 due to Spring Break!
If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
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Preschool Basketball Instructional
Preschool Basketball Instructional at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Preschool Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Participants will learn basic skills while building confidence and working as a team.
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Youth Basketball
The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and team work skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills.
YMCA basketball leagues emphasize good sportsmanship and skill development in a fun, safe setting. Players will continue improving on individual skills of the game, but much more important the program will teach them teamwork, persistence, and communication. Our Ys offer both Inter-Y leagues and community leagues, depending on location.
Basketball – Clinic (Youth)
Basketball – Clinic (Youth) at South Oakland Family YMCA
YMCA Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport.
PLEASE BRING WATER BOTTLE, SHORTS OR ATHLETIC PANTS AND GYM SHOES !
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Basketball Clinic
Basketball Clinic at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Basketball clinics help support players in bettering their skill set and building on those skills week to week.
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Basketball Clinic Ages 6-9
Basketball Clinic Ages 6-9 at Macomb Family YMCA
Kids develop important basketball skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills.
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Basketball Clinic Ages 10-14
Basketball Clinic Ages 10-14 at Macomb Family YMCA
Kids develop important basketball skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills.
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Basketball Instructional Clinic (6-8)
Basketball Instructional Clinic (6-8) at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Basketball Instructional program is an introduction to Basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport. This clinic is for the beginner level athlete or a player looking to fine tune the basic skills of Basketball.
For more information, contact our Youth & Family Program:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
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Basketball Instructional Clinic (9-13)
Basketball Instructional Clinic (9-13) at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Basketball Instructional program is an introduction to Basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport. This clinic is for the beginner level athlete or a player looking to fine tune the basic skills of Basketball.
For more information, contact our Youth & Family Program Director:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
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Basketball League – 6-7 Co-Ed – United Sports
Basketball League – 6-7 Co-Ed – United Sports at Downriver Family YMCA
The Downriver Family YMCA and the City of Southgate Parks & Rec are partnering together for our 2025 Youth Basketball League! This league is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for dribbling, shooting, and passing. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team.
Each team will practice once a week and games will be played on Saturdays. All games and practices for this Age Division will take place at the Downriver Family YMCA. Participants will be contacted by their coach with practice day and time by mid to late December.
We need you! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches. Contact the Y for more information about becoming a Volunteer Coach. Training will be provided. If you coach, your kid is free!! Ask the Y for details!
Non Members who live in Southgate should register in person or by phone to ensure they get the correct rate.
Rates increase base on registration dates. Please see flyer for more details.
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1/12/25–3/22/25 Days & Times:
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1/12/25–3/22/25 Days & Times:
- Sun 8:00 am-11:30 am
- Sat 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Basketball League – 8-9 Co-Ed – United Sports
Basketball League – 8-9 Co-Ed – United Sports at Downriver Family YMCA
The Downriver Family YMCA and the City of Southgate Parks & Rec are partnering for our 2025 Youth Basketball League! This league is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for dribbling, shooting, and passing. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team.
Each team will practice once a week at one of the Southgate Elementary Schools and games will be played at the YMCA on Fridays OR Saturdays
We need you! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches. Contact the Y for more information about becoming a Volunteer Coach. Training will be provided. Coaches will receive the league costs for free for their child for the 2025 season.
Non Members who live in Southgate should register in person or by phone to ensure they get the correct rate.
Fees are date based. They will increase as registration timelines change.
Due to the amount of registrations we receive, we will not be able to accommodate special requests such as practice days and coaches. Please keep this in mind when registering. Refunds will NOT be provided.
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1/12/25–3/22/25 Days & Times:
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1/12/25–3/22/25 Days & Times:
- Sun 8:00 am-12:00 pm
- Sat 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Basketball League – 10 -11 Co-Ed – United Sports
Basketball League – 10 -11 Co-Ed – United Sports at Downriver Family YMCA
The Downriver Family YMCA and the City of Southgate Parks & Rec are partnering for our 2025 Youth Basketball League! This league is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for dribbling, shooting, and passing. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team.
Each team will practice once a week at one of the Southgate Elementary Schools and games will be played at the YMCA on Fridays OR Saturdays.
We need you! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches. Contact the Y for more information about becoming a Volunteer Coach. Training will be provided. If you coach, your kid is FREE! Ask the Y for details!
Non Members who live in Southgate should register in person or by phone to ensure they get the correct rate.
Fees are date-based. They will increase as the registration timeline changes.
Due to the amount of registrations we receive, we will not be able to accommodate special requests such as practice days and coaches. Please keep this in mind when registering. Refunds will NOT be provided.
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1/12/25–3/22/25 Days & Times:
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1/12/25–3/22/25 Days & Times:
- Sun 8:00 am-11:30 am
- Sat 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Basketball League – 12-14 Boys – United Sports
Basketball League – 12-14 Boys – United Sports at Downriver Family YMCA
The Downriver Family YMCA and the City of Southgate Parks & Rec are partnering together for our 2024 Youth Basketball League! This league is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for dribbling, shooting, and passing. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team.
Each team will practice once a week at one of the Southgate Elementary Schools and games will be played on Fridays or Saturdays at the Downriver Family YMCA.
We need you! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches. Contact the Y for more information about becoming a Volunteer Coach. Training will be provided. If you coach, your kid is FREE! Ask the Y for details!
Non Members who live in Southgate should register in person or by phone to ensure they get the correct rate.
Fees are date-based. Rates will increase as the registration timeline changes.
Due to the amount of registrations we receive, we will not be able to accommodate special requests such as practice days and coaches. Please keep this in mind when registering. Refunds will NOT be provided.
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1/12/25–3/21/25 Days & Times:
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1/12/25–3/21/25 Days & Times:
- Sun 8:00 am-12:30 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Birmingham – Preschool Basketball League: Age 4-5
Birmingham – Preschool Basketball League: Age 4-5 at Birmingham Family YMCA
Join us this fall for a fun and inclusive basketball league. This recreational league will teach your child the fundamentals of basketball while also reinforcing off-court values such as teamwork, cooperation, good sportsmanship, and the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, caring, honesty and inclusion! Players will receive a jersey with reversible logo, one YMCA water bottle and cinch sack.
Logistics: Preschool teams will meet once per week for 30 minutes of practice and then play a 30 minute basketball game.
Volunteers Needed! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches. Training will be provided. All coaches will receive a Coach Shirt, Coaching Handbook, Practice Plans, and supply bag.
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1/13/25–2/17/25 Days & Times:
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1/13/25–2/17/25 Days & Times:
- Mon 4:45 pm-5:30 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Boll – Winter Preschool Basketball League: Age 4 – 5
Boll – Winter Preschool Basketball League: Age 4 – 5 at Boll Family YMCA
Join us this Winter for a fun and inclusive basketball league. This recreational league will teach your child the fundamentals of basketball while also reinforcing off-court values such as teamwork, cooperation, good sportsmanship, and the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, caring, honesty and inclusion! Players will receive a jersey with reversible logo, one YMCA water bottle and cinch sack.
Logistics: Preschool teams will meet once per week for 30 minutes of practice and then play a 30 minute basketball game.
Volunteers Needed! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches and referees, CLICK HERE for more information. Training will be provided. All coaches will receive a Coach Shirt, Coaching Handbook, Practice Plans, and supply bag.
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1/23/25–2/27/25 Days & Times:
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1/23/25–2/27/25 Days & Times:
- Thu 5:30 pm-6:45 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Farmington Preschool Basketball League (Ages 4-5)
Farmington Preschool Basketball League (Ages 4-5) at Farmington Family YMCA
Join us this fall for a fun and inclusive basketball league. This recreational league will teach your child the fundamentals of basketball while also reinforcing off-court values such as teamwork, cooperation, good sportsmanship, and the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, caring, honesty and inclusion! Players will receive a jersey with reversible logo, one YMCA water bottle and cinch sack.
Logistics: Preschool teams will meet once per week for 30 minutes of practice and then play a 30 minute basketball game.
For more information, please contact our Youth & Family Program Director:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
Volunteers Needed! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches. Training will be provided. All coaches will receive a Coach Shirt, Coaching Handbook, Practice Plans, and supply bag.
Please reach out to our Youth & Family Director with any questions:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
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1/16/25–2/20/25 Days & Times:
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1/16/25–2/20/25 Days & Times:
- Thu 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
South Oakland – Preschool Basketball League: Age 4-5
South Oakland – Preschool Basketball League: Age 4-5 at South Oakland Family YMCA
Join us this Winter for a fun and inclusive basketball league. This recreational league will teach your child the fundamentals of basketball while also reinforcing off-court values such as teamwork, cooperation, good sportsmanship, and the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, caring, honesty and inclusion! Players will receive a jersey with reversible logo, one YMCA water bottle and cinch sack.
Logistics: Preschool teams will meet once per week for 30 minutes of practice and then play a 30 minute basketball game. This will happen at the Birmingham Family YMCA.
Volunteers Needed! This league is not possible without volunteer coaches and referees, CLICK HERE for more information. Training will be provided. All coaches will receive a Coach Shirt, Coaching Handbook, Practice Plans, and supply bag.
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1/13/25–2/17/25 Days & Times:
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1/13/25–2/17/25 Days & Times:
- Mon 4:45 pm-5:30 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Youth Basketball Clinic (5-7 Year Olds)
Youth Basketball Clinic (5-7 Year Olds) at Carls Family YMCA
This clinic is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for shooting, and passing, and defense. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team. All equipment provided by the YMCA.
Please Note: This Class will not meet the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (11/29)
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1/16/25–2/20/25 Days & Times:
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1/16/25–2/20/25 Days & Times:
- Thu 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
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3/13/25–4/24/25 Days & Times:
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3/13/25–4/24/25 Days & Times:
- Thu 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Youth Basketball Clinic (8-10 Year Olds)
Youth Basketball Clinic (8-10 Year Olds) at Carls Family YMCA
This clinic is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for shooting, and passing, and defense. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team. All equipment provided by the YMCA.
Please Note: This Class will not meet the week of March 23rd – 29th
Please Note: This Class will not meet the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (11/29)
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3/13/25–4/24/25 Days & Times:
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3/13/25–4/24/25 Days & Times:
- Thu 6:15 pm-7:15 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Youth Basketball Clinic – Ages 6-9
Youth Basketball Clinic – Ages 6-9 at Boll Family YMCA
The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun!
This Program will not meet May 24 – May 26 due to Memorial Weekend!
If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
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5/12/25–6/23/25 Days & Times:
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5/12/25–6/23/25 Days & Times:
- Mon 5:30 pm-6:15 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Youth Basketball Clinic – Ages 10-14
Youth Basketball Clinic – Ages 10-14 at Boll Family YMCA
The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun!
This Program will not meet May 24 – May 26 due to Memorial Weekend!
If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
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5/12/25–6/23/25 Days & Times:
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5/12/25–6/23/25 Days & Times:
- Mon 6:30 pm-7:15 pm
- Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Adult Basketball
Adult Basketball at the Y emphasizes good sportsmanship and skill development in a fun, safe setting. Our YMCAs offer Open Gym time for members to enjoy games of pickup basketball. Contact your local Y for details.