Youth Sports

For a complete list of program offerings, take a look at our Athletics Brochure.

General Information for Youth Sports Registration
The following items are required to complete registration for the youth sports programs:

  • completion of the program registration form
  • a copy of the child's birth certificate
  • a copy of the parent's PAYS membership card
  • payment of the program registration fee.

For additional information, call the program coordinator located within the information of each sport or contact athletics by e-mail.

Game Cancellations
To check on possible cancellations or last minute changes to game or playoff schedules due
to inclement weather or special situations, please call the Athletics Game Cancellation Line at
336-373-2366. Information will be put on the cancellation line for weekday events no earlier than
4:30 pm and for Saturday and Sunday events no earlier than 7:30 am.

Baseball
Youth Baseball is offered for kids ages 7-14 and emphasizes 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 and 8 year olds
Mustang - 9 and 10 year olds
Bronco - 11 and 12 year olds
Pony - 13 and 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 336-373-2955.

Youth Baseball By-Laws 2009


Bitty Ball
The Bitty Ball program is an introduction to baseball for 4, 5 and 6 year olds. Four year olds will play strictly by the T-ball format and 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. Players are taught basic skills with an emphasis on having fun. Registration will begin in mid February and games will begin in early April. For more information, call Paula Boykin at 336-373-2946.


Youth FootballFootball
The Youth Football program is open to players ages 7 to 9 (Pee Wee League), and ages 10 to 12 (Mite League). Players ages are determined by an October 16 cutoff date. The maximum weight limit for all players is 125 pounds for Pee Wees and 145 pounds for Mites. Registration will be held June 1 through July 3. Practices begin in August and the season begins after Labor Day. For additional information, call April Hawkins at 336-373-2174.

Youth Football League By-Laws download

Youth Football Varsity Tournament Schedules
Pee Wee Varsity Tournament Schedule
Mite Varsity Tournament Schedule

Helpful Youth Football Links
Guilford Steelers Youth Football and Cheerleading
McLeansville Sports Association (MSA)
Northeast Youth Association (NYA)


Cheerleading
The Youth Cheerleading program is open to ages 7-12. The age cut-off date for is October 16. Volunteer coaches from participating recreation centers and the youth athletic associations work with youth on the latest in cheerleading chants, cheers, and dances. Youth cheerleading registration will take place during the month of June. The youth football games will begin in September. The registration fee is $20 per person.  An additional uniform fee will be required after each team's first meeting in June. For additional information, call Gregg Everett at 336-373-2794.

Helpful Youth Cheerleading Links
Guilford Steelers Youth Football and Cheerleading
McLeansville Sports Association (MSA)
Northeast Youth Association (NYA)


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 4-6 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. Parents need to complete the PAYS Program as a part of player registration. Team registration fees are $150 for the 7-8 year old age group, $300 for the 9-10 year old age group and $350 for 11 year olds and up. For additional information on youth soccer registration, call April Hawkins at 336-373-2174.

Registration Information for Spring Soccer 2010

Helpful Youth Soccer Links:
Greensboro Youth Soccer Association (GYSA)


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 336-286-8077.


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
336-337-4512 or contact us by e-mail. 

Helpful Youth Lacrosse Links:
Triad Youth Lacrosse Association
TYLA Boys Lacrosse Registration Information
TYLA Girls Lacrosse Registration Information
Lacrosse Membership Information
LacrosseTurf Web Site


Basketball
Youth basketball registration and games are held at the recreation centers operated by the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department. Please contact the recreation center of your choice to receive youth basketball information.

Brown Center, 302 E. Vandalia Rd. - 274-3470
Craft Center, 3911 Yanceyville St. - 375-2233
Glenwood Center, 2010 Coliseum Blvd. - 373-2929
Leonard Center, 6324 Ballinger Rd. - 297-4889
Lewis Center, 3110 Forest Lawn Dr. - 373-3330
Lindley Center, 2907 Springwood Dr. - 373-2930
Peeler Center, 1300 Sykes Ave. - 373-5877
Trotter Center, 3906 Betula St. - 373-2927
Warnersville Center, 601 Doak St. - 373-5871
Windsor Center, 1601 E. Lee St. - 373-5845