Youth Sports

Baseball
Youth Baseball is offered for kids ages 7 to 14. Progressions from Coaches Pitch, Mustang, Bronco, and Pony emphasize fun while teaching basic skills as participants move toward competitive play. Seven to 10-year-olds are not required to try out for teams. Players age 11 or older may be cut from teams based on skill levels, but every effort is made to place them on teams. The age cut-off date for all age groups is April 30.
 
Leagues are made up of Greensboro Parks & Recreation teams, which are charged a team entry fee, and associations that set their own fees and select their own coaches. Some teams are sponsored by local businesses, but additional fees may be assessed for each player to cover the cost of equipment, uniforms, and other items.

Youth Baseball Age Groups:
Coaches Pitch - 7 & 8 year olds
Mustang - 9 & 10 year olds
Bronco - 11 & 12 year olds
Pony - 13 & 14 year olds
The age cut-off date for all age groups is April 30.
For additional information on Youth Baseball, call Don Tilley at 373-2955.


Bitty Ball
The Bitty Ball program is an introduction to baseball for 4, 5 and 6 year olds. The 4 year olds will play strictly by the T-ball format and the 5 and 6 year olds will play together using a modified T-ball format. Age groups will be based on the player's age as of April 30, 2008. Players are taught basic skills with an emphasis on having fun. Games will be held on Saturday mornings. For more information, call (336) 373-2794.


Football
The Youth Football program is for Pee-Wees, ages 7 to 9 (players must be 9 years old on or before October 16), and Mites, ages 10 to 12 (players must be 12 years old on or before October 16). Weight limits apply to all players and are currently specified as 120 pounds for Pee-Wees and 140 pounds for Mites. Registration is usually held in early August. Practices begin the week after registration. The season begins after Labor Day.

2008 Youth Football Schedules & Standings
Mite Varsity Schedule
Mite JV Schedule
Pee Wee Varsity Schedule
Pee Wee JV Schedule
Mite & Pee Wee Varsity Standings

Cheerleading
The Youth Cheerleading program is open to ages 7-12 and coincides with the Youth Football program. Volunteer coaches from each recreation center and / or youth athletic association work with youth on the latest in cheerleading chants, cheers, and dances. The 2008 Cheerleading Showcase will be held on Saturday, September 13 at 11 am on the Barber Park stage. For additional cheerleading information, call Gregg Everett at 373-2794.


Soccer
The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department partners with the Greensboro Youth Soccer Association (GYSA) to provide recreational youth soccer leagues in Greensboro. GYSA sponsors fall leagues for 4 year olds and up, with registration in late May through mid June. Both the GYSA (for 4 to 6 year olds) and the Parks and Recreation Department (for 7 year olds and up) sponsor spring leagues with registration in November. Player eligibility is based on the player's age from August 1 through July 31 of the given year. 


Girls Fast Pitch Softball
The Girls Fast Pitch program is a cooperative venture between Greensboro Parks & Recreation and the Girls Fast Pitch Softball Association (GGFSA ). The program helps to improve skills and brings the fast-paced game to youth in preparation for school competition. Age groups are 6-8 year olds, 9-11 year olds, 12-14 year olds, 12-14 year olds and 15 years and up. Registration is held in April. The season runs May-July. For more information, call Mark Minx at 286-8077.


Lacrosse
The Lacrosse Program is a cooperative venture between the Triad Youth Lacrosse Association (TYLA) and Greensboro Parks & Recreation to provide the opportunity for beginners through junior varsity-level to learn the sport in preparation for school competition. For more information, call 337-4512 or contact us by email. 

Fall 2008 Youth Lacrosse Registration
Online registration begins Sunday, August 10. A $10 early bird discount will be offered through Sunday, August 17. Walk-up registration will be held on Sunday, August 24 at Lewis Recreation Center from 2-4 pm. For additional youth lacrosse registration information, please click the links to the following pages:

TYLA Boys Lacrosse Registration Information
TYLA Girls Lacrosse Registration Information
Lacrosse Membership Information


Youth Sports Links
Greensboro Youth Soccer Association
Triad Youth Lacrosse Association