Basketball

Basketball

Whether you’re just starting out, an advanced travel player or somewhere in between, YMCA hoops programs have you covered!

The Y has the most comprehensive K-8 youth basketball program for girls and boys in Dane County. Our tiered approach serves kids of all skill levels, starting with the basic fundamentals and advancing through higher levels of competition based on the needs of your player. Our volunteer coaches always complete background checks and teach individual skills, teamwork and rules & strategies. And of course, what’s more fun than playing hoops with friends?! Whether your child craves social connectedness from being part of a team or is on their way to the pros, Y Youth Basketball has the depth and breadth to include everyone. Plus, we strive to make playing affordable, even at the highest levels, and Y Financial Assistance is always available to those in need.

Not sure where to enroll your player? Check out our guide and find the best fit!

Instructional Class

Sun Prairie YMCA
4/15/25 - 5/27/25
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Our instructional program for ages 5-12 leverages a fun approach to teaching basic fundamentals and skills using structured drills and game play. Our goal is to establish a foundation for success for all participants regardless of skill level or future aspirations in the sport.

Ages 5-6 play on 8-foot hoops; 7-9 year-olds use 9-foot hoops; and ages 10-12 play on 10-foot hoops.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
11/18/24 4/15/25 Online / Front Desk $ 47.00$ 68.00$ 94.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/15/25 - 05/27/25
AGES 5-6 - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
10 / 20 Available Register  
Closes
04/15/2025
04/15/25 - 05/27/25
AGES 7-9-CANCELLED - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
17 / 20 Available Register  
04/15/25 - 05/27/25
AGES 10-12 - Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
20 / 20 Available Register  
Closes
04/15/2025

Instructional Class

East YMCA
4/14/25 - 7/21/25
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Our instructional program for ages 5-12 leverages a fun approach to teaching basic fundamentals and skills using structured drills and game play. Our goal is to establish a foundation for success for all participants regardless of skill level or future aspirations in the sport.

Ages 5-6 play on 8-foot hoops; 7-9 year-olds use 9-foot hoops; and ages 10-12 play on 10-foot hoops.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
11/18/24 4/15/25 Online / Front Desk $ 47.00$ 68.00$ 94.00
4/16/25 4/18/25 Online / Front Desk $ 47.00--
4/19/25 4/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 47.00$ 68.00-
4/21/25 6/9/25 Online / Front Desk $ 47.00$ 68.00$ 94.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/14/25 - 05/26/25
AGES 5-6 - Mo - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
10 / 20 Available Register  
Closes
04/15/2025
04/14/25 - 05/26/25
AGES 7-9 - Mo - 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
4 / 20 Available Register  
Closes
04/15/2025
04/14/25 - 05/26/25
AGES 10-12 - Mo - 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
17 / 20 Available Register  
Closes
04/15/2025
06/09/25 - 07/21/25
AGES 5-6 - Mo - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
20 / 20 Available
Registration
will open on
04/23/2025
06/09/25 - 07/21/25
AGES 7-9 - Mo - 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
20 / 20 Available
Registration
will open on
04/23/2025
06/09/25 - 07/21/25
AGES 10-12 - Mo - 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
20 / 20 Available
Registration
will open on
04/23/2025

Instructional Class

West YMCA
4/21/25 - 6/9/25
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Our instructional program for ages 5-12 leverages a fun approach to teaching basic fundamentals and skills using structured drills and game play. Our goal is to establish a foundation for success for all participants regardless of skill level or future aspirations in the sport.

Ages 5-6 play on 8-foot hoops; 7-9 year-olds use 9-foot hoops; and ages 10-12 play on 10-foot hoops.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
1/20/25 4/29/25 Online / Front Desk $ 47.00$ 68.00$ 94.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/21/25 - 06/02/25
AGES 5-6 - Mo - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
5 / 14 Available Register  
Closes
04/28/2025
04/21/25 - 06/02/25
AGES 7-9 - Mo - 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
- Waiting List  
04/28/25 - 06/09/25
AGES 10-12 - Mo - 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
4 / 10 Available Register  
Closes
05/05/2025

Skills, Drills, and 3v3 Gameplay

Sun Prairie YMCA
6/10/25 - 7/15/25
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Develop fundamentals and put your skills to use through small games of 3v3 game play. This program is designed for kids that want to continue to play basketball through the summer months and develop more basic fundamental skills of the game. We will meet once a week for 6 weeks at the Sun Prairie YMCA. The first 45 mimutes of the program will be skill building, the remaining 30 minutes will be 3v3 game play.

5/6th Boys and Girls – 5:30pm

7/8th Boys and Girls- 6:45pm

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
4/16/25 4/18/25 Online / Front Desk $ 50.00--
4/19/25 4/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 50.00$ 75.00-
4/21/25 6/10/25 Online / Front Desk $ 50.00$ 75.00$ 100.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/10/25 - 07/15/25
Grades 5/6th Boys and Girls - Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
20 / 20 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
06/10/25 - 07/15/25
Grades 7/8th Boys and Girls - Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
20 / 20 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25

Summer Slam 3v3 Leagues (Gr. K-3)

East YMCA
7/22/25 - 8/28/25
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Our 3v3 summer beginner-level leagues for boys and girls focus on skill development, teamwork and most of all, fun! The program stresses basic basketball fundamentals, teams are composed of no more than 12 players and team t-shirts are included. Volunteer coaches needed!

The season consists of two weeks of practice followed by four weeks of game play. Game times vary from week to week, but will not start before 5 pm. Schedules and rosters will be sent via email one week prior to the start of the program. Team or coach requests are not guaranteed for late registrations.

  • Please register for the grade your child just completed this past school year.

Depending upon enrollment, East, West and Sun Prairie leagues may be combined, so some travel may be required.

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
4/16/25 4/18/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00--
4/19/25 4/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 78.00-
4/21/25 7/21/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 78.00$ 94.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
07/22/25 - 08/26/25
COED GRADES K/1st - Tu - 1 hr
50 / 50 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
07/22/25 - 08/26/25
GIRLS GRADES 2nd/3rd - Tu - 1 hr
50 / 50 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
07/24/25 - 08/28/25
BOYS GRADES 2nd/3rd - Th - 1 hr
50 / 50 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25

Summer Slam 3v3 Leagues (Gr. K-3)

West YMCA
7/22/25 - 8/28/25
VIEW

Our summer 3v3 beginner-level leagues for boys and girls focus on skill development, teamwork and most of all, fun! The program stresses basic basketball fundamentals, teams are composed of no more than 12 players and team t-shirts are included. Volunteer coaches needed!

The season consists of two weeks of practice followed by four weeks of game play. Game times vary from week to week, but will not start before 5 pm. Schedules and rosters will be sent via email one week prior to the start of the program. Team or coach requests are not guaranteed for late registrations.

Please register for the grade your child just completed this past school year.

Depending upon enrollment, East, West and Sun Prairie leagues may be combined, so some travel may be required.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
4/16/25 4/18/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00--
4/19/25 4/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 78.00-
4/21/25 7/23/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 78.00$ 96.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/22/25 - 08/26/25
COED GRADES K/1st - Tu - 1 hr
Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
07/22/25 - 08/26/25
GIRLS GRADES 2/3RD - Tu - 1 hr
Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
07/24/25 - 08/28/25
BOYS GRADES 2/3RD - Th - 1 hr
Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25

Summer Slam 3v3 Leagues (Gr. K-3)

Sun Prairie YMCA
7/22/25 - 8/25/26
VIEW

Our summer 3v3 beginner-level leagues for boys and girls focus on skill development, teamwork and most of all, fun! The program stresses basic basketball fundamentals, teams are composed of no more than 12 players and team t-shirts are included. Volunteer coaches needed!

The season consists of two weeks of practice followed by four weeks of game play. Game times vary from week to week, but will not start before 5pm. Schedules and rosters will be sent via email one week prior to the start of the program. Team or coach requests are not guaranteed for late registrations.

* Please register for the grade your child just completed this last school year. (2024-25)

Depending upon enrollment, East, West and Sun Prairie leagues may be combined, so some travel may be required.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberLimited MemberNon-Member
4/16/25 4/18/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 64.00$ 86.00
4/19/25 4/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 78.00-
4/21/25 7/21/25 Online / Front Desk $ 60.00$ 78.00$ 96.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
07/22/25 - 08/26/25
COED GRADES K/1st - Tu - 1 hr
Yes Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
07/22/25 - 08/25/26
GIRLS GRADES 2/3RD - Tu - 1 hr
Yes Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25
07/24/25 - 08/28/25
BOYS GRADES 2/3RD - Th - 1 hr
50 / 50 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/16/25