Sports FALL YOUTH BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL North Kansas City Parks & Recreation youth sports programs are NON-COMPETITIVE leagues. The programs emphasize skill development, learning the rules of the game, playing as a team, sportsmanship, and most importantly to have FUN! Children may register with one “buddy” for youth team sports. BOTH registration forms must be received along with the registration fee for each child at the same time. If you are new to the NKC Sports Program, you will be placed on a team by the NKC Parks & Recreation staff.
T-BALL (CO-ED)
Ages 4-6 by September 1 T-ball is the foundation of every future baseball/softball player’s career. Teams focus on understanding the basics of the game, having fun and making new friends. Our goal is for each child to learn the correct skills for batting, throwing and catching to encourage their passion for baseball or softball.
Registration: July 1 - August 1 (or until teams are filled) Fees include jersey, hat and trophy $10 Fee for late registration
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COACH PITCH
Ages 7-9 by September 1 Players will learn to hit the ball as it is being pitched from a coach and cooperate as a team to earn runs and outs. The primary goal is to prepare your child for the next level of play.
All practices and games are held at Macken Park. Co-Ed T-ball Fee: $70
All practices and games are held at Macken Park. Co-Ed Baseball Fee: $80
KID PITCH
Ages 10-12 by September 1 Kid Pitch baseball is the final step in our recreation program toward preparing players for competitive play. Players are introduced to other players pitching and incorporate all their skills from batting, throwing and fielding. Your child will completely understand the essence of baseball/ softball after completing the season. All practices and games are held at Macken Park.
Girls Softball Fee: $80
ADULT PICKLEBALL LESSONS
Co-Ed Baseball Fee: $95 Girls Softball Fee: $95
the difference between an outdoor and an indoor ball, how to keep track of the score, and the basic skills to play the game. Equipment will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own racquet if you have one. Let’s do this! Fee: $50 per session Session 1: Tuesday/Thursday, June 14, 16, 21, 23 Ages 50+: 10:00am – 11:30am Ages 16+: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO PICKLEBALL
Pickleball is a fun and addictive game that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. This introductory class is geared toward newbies to the sport and taught by a certified instructor. You don’t have to be an athlete to feel empowered by this fun sport, and if you are an athlete, test your skills in this new popular sport. Learn
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Session 2: Tuesday/Friday, July 12, 15, 19, 22 Ages 50+: 10:00am – 11:30am Ages 16+: 6:30pm – 8:00pm Session 3:Tuesday/Friday, August 9, 12, 16, 19 Ages 50+: 10:00am – 11:30am Ages 16+: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
