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YOUTH SPORTS
YMCA Youth Sports teach kids the fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and teamwork, as well as give them the opportunity to gain confidence that comes from playing on a team. Youth sports at the Sheridan County Y are about building the whole child from the inside out.
2026-2027 PROPOSED YOUTH SPORTS DATES & INFO
Our youth sports run on a seasonal cycle, but exact registration and game dates can shift due to school schedules, holidays, and weather. This page gives you an “at-a-glance” overview of when programs happen each year. For the most accurate details—including dates, pricing, and registration—please follow us on social media and visit our Registration page.
Contact: Sports Director
Jake Mack, email
SOCCER
Fall Soccer 2026
Registration Deadline: August 21
Season: August 31 – October 7
Spring Soccer 2027
Registration Deadline: March 26
Season: April 5 – May 12
Itty Bitty Soccer 2027
Registration Deadline: July 9
Season: July 13- Aug 5th
BASKETBALL
Fall Basketball 2026
Registration Deadline: October 9
Season: October 19 – November 30
Rimbusters (coordinated with the Sheridan Rec Department)
This joint Sheridan County YMCA and Sheridan Recreation District program is perfect to introduce the sport of basketball to young players. This is an instructional program with a camp-like environment focused on teaching children the fundamentals of the game. Sportsmanship, individual and team skills are taught in the great after-school program. A T-shirt is included in your fee.
Rimbusters Youth Basketball (K-1st Grade)
Registration Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Season: Bighorn/Tongue River: Jan 8 -Feb 26
Season: Sheridan: Jan 4- Jan 28
Itty Bitty Basketball 2026
Registration: Deadline Dec 31, 2026
Season: Jan 5-Jan 29
T-BALL (AGES 4-5)
Ages 4-5 years old (pre-kindergarten). Young children will learn fundamental skills, rules and how to interact socially with others in this sport. Every inning, each player bats or plays in the field. Sitting on the bench is one position that no one plays in YMCA T-Ball!
Itty Bitty T-Ball 2026
Registration Deadline: April 30
Season: May 11 – June 3
VOLLEYBALL
Girls 3rd–5th Grade Volleyball
Get ready for a season of learning, energy, and growth. Our Girls 3rd–5th Grade Volleyball program introduces players to the fundamentals of the sport while building confidence, teamwork, and a love for being active. Whether they’re brand new or have a little experience, every athlete will feel supported and encouraged.
Grades: 3rd–5th grade
Location: Gym 3 – Sheridan County YMCA
Registration: Deadline Jan 15
Season: February 1–March 10
Questions? Contact Jake Mack, Sports Director.
Financial Assistance: Available for families who need support
Visit our Registration page throughout the year to see prices, dates, and schedules for seasonal programs!
YOUTH SPORTS SCHEDULES AT-A-GLANCE
Fall Soccer 2026
Season: August 31 – October 7
Registration Deadline: August 21
Fall Basketball 2026
Season: October 19 – November 30
Registration Deadline: October 9
Aquatics
Swim Lessons ages 3 and older
Rim Busters
Seasons:
Bighorn/Tongue River: Jan 8 -Feb 26
Sheridan: Jan 4- Jan 28)
Registration Deadline Dec 31
Itty Bitty Basketball
Season: Jan 5- Jan 29
Registration Deadline Dec 31
Aquatics
Swim Lessons ages 3 and older
Spring Soccer 2027
Season: April 5 – May 12
Registration Deadline: March 26
Itty Bitty T-Ball 2027
Season: May 11th- June 3
Registration Deadline: April 30
Youth Camp
Ages 4-15
Aquatics
Swim Lessons ages 3 and older
Itty Bitty Soccer 2027
Registration Deadline: July 9
Season: July 13- Aug 5th
SEEKING HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS!
Volunteering shows leadership, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference in your community—traits that colleges and future employers value. Get involved and make a positive impact right here at the Sheridan County YMCA. The work that is done by volunteers generates a tremendous spirit in the Y. Youth Sport volunteers may include coaching, assistant coaching or perhaps contributing time marking fields, refereeing or monitoring games.
If you are interested in volunteering for any of our YMCA youth sports programs but aren’t sure how to get started, please complete the volunteer application and contact: Jake Mack, Sports Director, jmack@sheridanymca.org.
YMCA YOUTH SPORTS PHILOSOPHIES:
- Everyone must play at least half the game
- Coaches and referees are volunteers and are not paid
- Our focus is on fun and skill development
- Sportsmanship above all
- We promote a family atmosphere
APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE
Membership For All. Financial assistance available for those in need. Download or request an application for assistance at any one of our three branches.
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY!
Whether you’re young or old, beginner or veteran, the YMCA offers a variety of programs & activities for getting and staying healthy.