YOUTH SPORTS

LIL’ HOOPSTERS BASKETBALL

5 – 6 years

This FUNdamental program teaches girls and boys 5-6 year olds the basic skills of the game including dribbling, passing, shooting, defense and sportsmanship. This 5-week program is designed to inspire each child’s interest in the game, while having the opportunity to interact with other children the same age. Registration form is required. No age waivers into Lil’ Hoopsters Basketball allowed. The age determination date will be March 15, 2024. Registration begins October 16th for City residents and Non-City residents. Deadline to register is December 15th. There is a $10 late registration fee after December 15th. Location: Lafayette Upper Elementary School.

Saturdays, 9:30am – 10:30am

January 6 – February 3, 2024

$40/$80 (residents/non-residents)

Youth Basketball

Novice (7yrs – 8yrs)

Rookie (9yrs – 10yrs)

Junior (11yrs – 13yrs)

Learn the basic fundamentals in this coed league designed for fun, sportsmanship and teamwork. Practices begin January 23rd and will take place at Walker Grant Middle School and Lafayette Upper Elementary School. Games are during the week and on Saturdays. The age determination date will be March 15, 2024. Registration begins October 16th for City residents and Non-City residents. Deadline to register is December 15th. There is a $10 late registration fee after December 15th. Location: Walker-Grant Middle School and Lafayette Upper Elementary School.

Mondays – Saturdays, Times Vary

January 23 – March 16, 2024

$50/$100 (residents/non-residents)

Fall Softball Clinic

7 – 16 years

Interested in softball or looking to enhance your current softball skills? Join us for our fall softball clinics! Each clinic will focus on all aspects of softball to include the fundamentals of fielding, hitting, base running, catching, intro to pitching and team communication. This is an opportunity for participants to improve their softball skills or learn new ones!

Saturday, August 19th and September 16th

8am – 11am

James Monroe High School Softball Field

$30/$40 (residents/non-residents)

Football And Character Fundamentals

6 – 11 years

During this one-day clinic your child will learn football fundamentals, enjoy interactive games, and learn character and leadership skills. Location: Dixon Park.

Ages 6 – 8

Saturday, September 23, 9am – 12pm

$25/$35 (residents/non-residents)

Ages 9 – 11

Saturday, October 7, 9am – 12pm

$25/$35 (residents/non-residents)

GET SIGNED UP!

Registrations are taken in person at the Dorothy Hart Community Center at 408 Canal Street.

Monday-Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Sunday: Closed

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Sports Division Updates

*Department policy states that special requests for team placement cannot be honored. This includes requests for carpooling, assignment with friends, or particular coaches, specific practice times, etc.*

Our youth sports leagues are fundamental leagues. Our leagues are where players learn how to play, coaches learn how to coach and officials learn how to officiate.

We will no longer offer sports sponsorships. For teams who would like to have their own team party, you may reserve a pavilion at one of our parks or a room at Dorothy Hart Community Center.

We will be partnering with Spotsylvania Little League for spring and fall youth baseball and softball. The City of Fredericksburg and South Stafford residents are now eligible to participate with Spotsylvania Little League. Our home fields located at Snowden Park and Sunshine Ballpark will be utilized for practices and games in addition to other fields outside of the City limits. Look for more information on fall registration at spotsyll.org.

For fall field hockey only, teams will play double headers on Saturdays due to the availability of officials.

YOUTH SPORTS COACHES WANTED Baseball Basketball Soccer Field Hockey

If you have a love of the game and enjoy working with children and passing on that interest, call us! Our seasons are about 8 to 10 weeks long. You bring us your enthusiasm and we’ll give you what you need to get started as a volunteer coach! Call 540-372-1086 or email prfrontdesk@fredericksburgva.gov.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPRING SOCCER AND FIELD HOCKEY COACHES!!

Special thanks to our volunteers for helping coach:

Ron Tiberio

Patrick Whalen

Friday, December 1 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Fredericksburg Roller Hockey Rink at Dixon Park

5 and under: free

6 – 14 years: $3

15 and above: $5

Bring the family for a night full of hot chocolate, holiday music, holiday selfie station and more! Be sure to wear your best Ugly Sweater! Skates or tennis shoes are required on the roller rink. Skates will be provided on site. The facility will be lit. Preregistration required.

Charles Coates

Michael Everett

James Massey

Timothy Thomasson

Michael Seymour

Adam Pearson

Jamie Scully

Bryan Scharf

Nic Weiss

Kimberly Bastress

Michael Laiacona

Jessica Kujala

Erik Peterson

Lee Murry

Paul Janney

Tim Roberts

John Payne

Shelby Gleason

Robin Bayton

Emmanuel Ampah

Ashley Atkins

Dorothy Green

Rebecca WatsonSchmidt

Julie Swiney

Lauren Williams

Lara Moon

Bryan Chason

Alexandra Vakos

Kathrina Urann

K.C. McCardle

Amber Jenks

Julie Paris

Abigail Cooke

Nicole Simms

Holly Simms

Kim Brewer

Sara Dean

Angie Perry

Shannon Kendrick

Destiny Kendrick

Sony Dean

HEARTSAVER – FIRST AID AND CPR/AED CERTIFICATION

Ages 14+

Heartsaver® CPR/AED is a classroom, video-based, instructorled course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. Please bring a bag lunch! Preregistration is required. Instructor: Tim Carpenter (cpr.4_life@ yahoo.com). Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center.

9am – 5pm

September 12

October 10

November 7

December 5

$60 residents/$65 non-residents

Ashi Wilderness First Aid Certification

Ages: 14yrs+

Wilderness environments create special emergency situations. This 16- hour intense course is designed for Boy and Girl Scouts/Adventure groups leading outdoor adventures. CPR certification not included (course offered separately through Parks & Recreation). Real-life scenarios will be incorporated as we covered preparation, assessment, preventing and caring for injuries and much more in this hands-on training by an ASHI (American Safety & Health Institute) instructor. Book and certificate included. Bring a bag lunch. Pre-registration required. Location: Motts Run Nature Center. Instructor: Tim Carpenter (cpr.4_life@yahoo.com). Location: Motts Run Reservoir Nature Center (6600 River Road).

9am – 4pm

September 16 - 17

$160 residents/$165 non-residents

Basic Dog Manners

Ages 16+

Using positive reinforcement methods based on current learning theory and behavior modification techniques, we will teach YOU to teach your dog to respond to your commands of: Come, Sit (and Stay), Down (and Stay), and Heel. We will end the class with a festive graduation with prizes and photo opportunities. Dogs of all ages and sizes are welcome, but the dog must be at least 14 weeks old and have had at least 2 of the 4 puppy vaccinations. Participants in all classes must show current veterinary vaccinations at first class orientation. Email instructor Sarah Ferrell at saf@abrohamneal.com to request a supply list and class orientation sheet after you register.

Instructor: Sarah Ferrell (saf@abrohamneal.com). Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center.

Wednesdays, October 18 - November 29 (No class 11/8 & 11/22) 2:30pm – 3:30pm

$99 residents/$109 non-residents

Advanced Dog Manners

Ages 16+

In response to graduates from our Basic Classes, we offer advanced skills classes for dogs who want to go a bit further in their good manners mastery. You will be taught positive reinforcement techniques for helping your dog master longer sit and down stays, calm leisurely loose lead walking, and fast, enthusiastic “Come!” Dogs will learn to do their work, on request, even with everyday distractions around them. As with all Dog Manners classes, we will have a festive graduation our last session. Email instructor Sarah Ferrell at saf@ abrohamneal.com to request a supply list and class orientation sheet after you register. Instructor: Sarah Ferrell (saf@abrohamneal.com). Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center.

Wednesdays, October 18 – November 29 (No class 11/8 and 11/22) 1pm – 2pm

$99 residents/$109 non-residents