Youth Sports in University Place
Where fun meets growth.
The City of University Place and the YMCA are partnering to expand youth sports programming across local parks and school district facilities. This collaboration is focused on making youth sports more accessible for U.P. families and fostering an environment where kids feel supported. The city brings accessible spaces, and the Y brings experience in youth development and program design. Together, we’re creating more opportunities for kids and families to build healthier futures through play.
Supporting Healthy Habits, Community, and Confidence-Building
Healthy Habbits
Regular activity helps build strong bodies and minds.
Community
Sports bring families and communities together.
Confidence
Kids grow by trying new things and celebrating process.
Register For Summer Sports
3-Day Sports Mini Camps
Sports Mini Camps are designed for ages 5-12. These camps offer a fun, welcoming introduction to team sports in a supportive, values-driven environment.
Throughout the summer, campers can choose from three action-packed mini camps:
- Volleyball: July 20-23
- Soccer: August 3-6
- Flag Football: August 17-20
League Schedule
Summer 2026
3-Day Sports Mini Camps
Volleyball: July 20-23
Soccer: August 3-6
Flag Football: August 17-20
- Ages: U7-13 (groups of 10, based on age and how many sign up)
- Days and Times: Monday-Thursday, 9am-12pm
- Location: Cirque Park in University Place
- Thursday mini tournaments or showcases
Fall 2026
Basketball League
The season runs 10 weeks total, featuring one practice per week and a six-game season.
Ages: U7, U9, U11, U13
Priority Registration: August 24 - September 7 (University Place residents and full teams with a volunteer coach)
General Registration: August 31 - September 14
Practice Starts: September 21
Games: October 10 - November 14
Ref Training: October 3 (children of registered coaches receive 20% off registration fees)
Volleyball Clinics
Participants may choose to attend classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays. Classes will be grouped by age to ensure a safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate experience for every child.
Monday: Sessions at 4:30 and 5:30pm for U7 | 6:30pm for U13 if needed
Wednesday: Sessions at 4:30 and 5:30pm for U9 and 6:30pm session for U13
Friday: Sessions at 4:30 and 5:30pm for U11
Explore Youth Sports Program Offerings
Sports designed for kids of all skill levels and interests.
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Step into the court with Youth Basketball! Kids master dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense while building teamwork, leadership, and confidence. Fun, fast-paced leagues create lasting friendships and skills on and off the court.
For Ages: U7, U9, U11, U13
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Throughout the program, kids will learn foundational volleyball skills, practice teamwork and sportsmanship, and build confidence both on and off the court. Each session blends skill-building with fun activities that encourage belonging, encouragement, and friendship.
For Ages U7, U9, U11, U13
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Build soccer fundamentals through fun, appropriate drills, small-sided games, and plenty of active play, with groups organized by age to create a supportive and confidence-building experience. With a strong emphasis on recreation, teamwork, and fun, youth soccer is designed to help kids stay active, make new friends, and enjoy the game.
Ages: U7, U9, U11, U13
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YMCA youth tee ball and kit pitch spark a love for the game! Kids learn to hit, throw, and catch while building confidence, teamwork, and friendships. It’s all about fun, skill-building, and creating lifelong memories on the field!
Ages: U7, U9, U11, U13
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Explore flag football in a high energy, non contact setting that keeps the focus on learning, movement, and smiles. Practice passing, catching, footwork, and team strategy through creative drills and short games, with age based groups ensuring everyone gets involved and stays active.
Ages: U7, U9, U11, U13
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Each mini camp focuses on age-appropriate skill development, engaging drills, and lots of active playtime. Campers are grouped by age to ensure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.
Volunteer Coaches Needed
Our youth sports league thrives on the dedication of our volunteer coaches, who generously give their time and energy to support our young athletes. These individuals contribute their knowledge and passion to ensure that every child has the opportunity to participate in and succeed in sports. Without their efforts, our program simply would not be possible.
Get Ready for Youth Sports!
University Place residents have priority access to registration for two weeks. After that, registration will open to the broader community.
University Place Sports are offered through a community partnership with the City of U.P. and use a resident/non-resident pricing structure instead of a YMCA membership pricing. All YMCA members would come in at the non-resident rate and are encouraged to register for sports at their local community center, where they are eligible for the YMCA member rate.
Registration is managed through the YMCA’s online system, MyCommunity. Select “University Place” as your location, and all available sports for the current season will appear. From there, simply follow the prompts to complete registering your player.
Please ensure “University Place” is spelled correctly on your registration; this is the most common issue we find. If you are unable to register, please contact us at UPSports@ymcapkc.org, 253-564-9622, or stop by the Pearl Street Family YMCA.
The program will be offered around the City of University Place at various parks and participating schools. Exact locations will be available at the time of registration.
“Powered by the YMCA” means the program is run and supported by the YMCA. The YMCA provides staffing, registration, customer support, and overall program oversight. The City of University Place provides the locations where the programs take place.
Contact Information
Email: UPSports@ymcapkc.org
Visit cityofup.com for more on our partnership with the city of University Place.