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.

Registration: July 1 - August 1 (or until teams are filled)

Fees include jersey, hat and trophy NEW THIS YEAR! $10 Fee for late registration

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.

All practices and games are held at Macken Park.

Co-Ed T-ball - Fee: $70

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 Baseball - Fee: $80

Girls Softball - 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.

Co-Ed Baseball - Fee: $95

Girls Softball - Fee: $95

ADULT PICKLEBALL LESSONS

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 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

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

YOUTH CHEER

BEGINNING CHEERLEADING

Ages 6 - 10 | Chloe Cook Students will learn cheer routines and be able to perform the routine for parents at the end of the 8 weeks. Sessions will focus on learning cheers, basic form, and techniques. Students will receive a set of pom poms and a t-shirt.

Saturdays, June 4- July 30, 10:15 am - 11:15 am (No class July 4th Weekend)

Register by May 28 Fee: $80

PRESCHOOL SPORTS

BITTY ATHLETES (CO-ED)

Ages 4-6 Bitty Athletes is a four-week intro to basic fundamentals of sports. We will work on overall hand-eye coordination, balance, athleticism, and having fun!

Saturdays, 9:00 am - 9:50 am Fee: $40

Session 1: June 4 - 25 Register by May 28

Session 2: July 9 - 30 Register by July 2

BITTY SOCCER (CO-ED)

Ages 4-6 (Must be 4 by Aug. 1, 2022) This program is a five-week introductory session to the sport of soccer. Participants will begin to understand the fundamental motor skills of soccer through drills, games and activities. The last week of the program will be designated as a scrimmage.

Saturdays, August 20 – September 24 (No class Labor Day Weekend)

Registration: July 1 – August 1 Fee: $50 (includes T-shirt and medal)

Sessions: 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES RECREATIONAL MEN’S/CO-ED SOFTBALL

This is an E-LEVEL softball league. The main focuses of this league is friendly competition, building camaraderie, and having fun! Coed Games are on Sunday evenings and Mens Games are Thursday nights. All games are played at Macken Park. Teams are required to provide their own game balls. Each team will play 8 double-header regular season games with an end of season tournament for a total of 10 games. Teams must pay a $50.00 non-refundable deposit to hold their spot.

SUMMER LEAGUE

Registration: June 1 - July 1 Fee: $410 per team All fees must be paid in full by July 8.

Co-Ed Division: Sundays, 6:00 pm Season begins July 17 Manager’s meeting: July 12, 6:00 pm

Men’s Division: Thursdays, 6:00 pm Season begins July 21 Manager’s meeting: July 12, 6:30 pm

FALL LEAGUE

Registration: August 1 - September 1 Fee: $410 per team All fees must be paid in full by Sept 9.

Co-Ed Division: Sundays, 6:00 pm Season begins September 11 Manager’s meeting: September 7 6:00 pm

Men’s Division: Thursdays, 6:00 pm Season begins September 15 Manager’s meeting: September 7, 6:30 pm

Don’t Have a team? Give us a call at 816-300-0545 for single player registration!