Beginner Leagues for boys and girls focus on skill development, teamwork and most of all, fun! The program stresses basic basketball fundamentals, concepts and learning the rules of the game. Teams are composed of no more than 12 players (six players per team play at the same time in a 3v3 format on side-by-side courts). All players get a team t-shirt and a basketball. The season consists of three weeks of practice and seven weeks of games. Game times vary from week to week, and 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 after Oct 21.

• Some leagues and locations may be combined depending upon enrollment.

Volunteer coaches are needed!

Intermediate Leagues are designed for players with a firm grasp of the fundamentals and readiness for moderate competition. There are no tryouts or evaluations, and teams are established by school attendance area (play with your friends!) as much as possible, practice once a week and play one or two games on Friday nights or Saturdays in the Madison or Sun Prairie areas. WIAA rules and referees are used. The schedule includes 9-10 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament, and all players get a jersey.

YMCA Intermediate Leagues are good options for kids and families looking for a more moderate time commitment and minimal travel.

New for 2024! Grade 3 boys teams, for players ready for more than our beginner program offers, are also available!

Practices start the week of November 4, and games begin the first weekend of December. The end-of-season tournament is tentatively scheduled for February 15-16.

Intermediate Leagues are designed for players with a firm grasp of the fundamentals and readiness for moderate competition. There are no tryouts or evaluations, and teams are established by school attendance area (play with your friends!) as much as possible, practice once a week and play one or two games on Friday nights or Saturdays in the Madison or Sun Prairie areas. WIAA rules and referees are used. The schedule includes 9-10 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament, and all players get a jersey. YMCA Intermediate Leagues are good options for kids and families looking for a more moderate time commitment and minimal travel.

New for 2024! Grade 3 girls teams, for players ready for more than our beginner program offers, are also available!

Practices start the week of November 4, and games begin the first weekend of December. The end-of-season tournament is tentatively scheduled for February 15-16.

Our 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.

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

Requests made after 7/19 are not guaranteed * 

Travel teams are designed for players who have played a significant amount of organized basketball and developed beyond the basic fundamentals. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required. Teams practice twice per week and compete in the Badger Development League, playing six weekends (three games per weekend) over a season that lasts about four months. Teams may also participate in independent tournaments (additional fees may apply). Full uniforms are included.

Rosters are assembled following an evaluation process led by the La Follette High School coaching staff. Players must reside in the La Follette attendance area of the Madison Metropolitan School District for this feeder program. Players are not guaranteed equal playing time, and parents may be asked to volunteer for team functions. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Player evaluation dates and times for each grade will be announced as they are set; stay tuned! The evaluation site is TBA.

Practices start the week of November 4; games begin in December.

Travel teams are designed for players who have played a significant amount of organized basketball and developed beyond the basic fundamentals. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required. Teams practice twice per week and compete in the Badger Development League, playing six weekends (three games per weekend) over a season that lasts about four months. Teams may also participate in independent tournaments (additional fees may apply). Full uniforms are included.

Rosters are assembled following an evaluation process led by the La Follette High School coaching staff. Players must reside in the La Follette attendance area of the Madison Metropolitan School District for this feeder program. Players are not guaranteed equal playing time, and parents may be asked to volunteer for team functions. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Player evaluation dates and times for each grade will be announced as they are set; stay tuned! The evaluation site is TBA.

Practices start the week of October 28; games begin in December.

Travel teams are designed for players who have played a significant amount of organized basketball and developed beyond the basic fundamentals. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required. Teams practice twice per week and compete in the Badger Development League, playing six weekends (three games per weekend) over a season that lasts about four months. Teams may also participate in independent tournaments (additional fees may apply). Full uniforms are included.

Rosters are assembled following an evaluation process led by the Monona Grove High School coaching staff. Players must reside in the Monona Grove School District for this feeder program. Players are not guaranteed equal playing time, and parents may be asked to volunteer for team functions. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Player evaluation dates and times for each grade will be announced as they are set; stay tuned! The evaluation site is Monona Grove High School.

Practices start the week of November 4; games begin in December.

Travel teams are designed for players who have played a significant amount of organized basketball and developed beyond the basic fundamentals. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required. Teams practice twice per week and compete in the Badger Development League, playing six weekends (three games per weekend) over a season that lasts about four months. Teams may also participate in independent tournaments (additional fees may apply). Full uniforms are included.

Rosters are assembled following an evaluation process led by the Monona Grove High School coaching staff. Players must reside in the Monona Grove School District for this feeder program. Players are not guaranteed equal playing time, and parents may be asked to volunteer for team functions. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Player evaluation dates and times for each grade will be announced as they are set; stay tuned! The evaluation site is TBA.

Practices start the week of October 28; games begin in December.

Beginner Leagues for boys and girls focus on skill development, teamwork and most of all, fun! The program stresses basic basketball fundamentals, concepts and learning the rules of the game. Teams are composed of no more than 12 players (six players per team play at the same time in a 3v3 format on side-by-side courts). All players get a team t-shirt and a basketball. The season consists of three weeks of practice and seven weeks of games. Game times vary from week to week, and 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 after Oct 23.

• Some leagues and locations may be combined depending upon enrollment.
• Gr. 2-3 boys and girls practice once/week; day and time set by coaches.

Volunteer coaches are needed!

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.

Intermediate Leagues are designed for players with a firm grasp of the fundamentals and readiness for moderate competition. There are no tryouts or evaluations, and teams are established by school attendance area (play with your friends!) as much as possible, practice once a week and play one or two games on Friday nights or Saturdays in the Madison or Sun Prairie areas. WIAA rules and referees are used. The schedule includes 9-10 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament, and all players get a jersey.

YMCA Intermediate Leagues are good options for kids and families looking for a more moderate time commitment and minimal travel. This program is a partnership with City of Sun Prairie Recreation.

New for 2024! Grade 3 boys teams, for players ready for more than our beginner program offers, are also available!

Practices start the week of November 4, and games begin the first weekend of December. The end-of-season tournament is tentatively scheduled for February 15-16.

Intermediate Leagues are designed for players with a firm grasp of the fundamentals and readiness for moderate competition. There are no tryouts or evaluations, and teams are established by school attendance area (play with your friends!) as much as possible, practice once a week and play one or two games on Friday nights or Saturdays in the Madison or Sun Prairie areas. WIAA rules and referees are used. The schedule includes 9-10 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament, and all players get a jersey.

YMCA Intermediate Leagues are good options for kids and families looking for a more moderate time commitment and minimal travel. This program is a partnership with City of Sun Prairie Recreation.

New for 2024! Grade 3 girls teams, for players ready for more than our beginner program offers, are also available!

Practices start the week of November 4, and games begin the first weekend of December. The end-of-season tournament is tentatively scheduled for February 15-16.

Our 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 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.

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

NEW FOR 2024 PROGRAM! The Travel Team program is open to existing teams and coaches familiar with the players at their grade level who wish to assemble their own roster. Teams at this level are designed for players who love basketball and crave more practice and game time. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required as teams will practice twice a week and participate in 6-8 local and regional tournaments. The tournament schedule is set by coaches and the Sun Prairie YMCA Sports Director.

Sun Prairie Y Travel Teams are great options for coaches who want to work together and coach their own kids and for groups of friends/teammates who want to guarantee that they can start or continue playing together. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

NEW FOR 2024 PROGRAM! The Travel Team program is open to existing teams and coaches familiar with the players at their grade level who wish to assemble their own roster. Teams at this level are designed for players who love basketball and crave more practice and game time. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required as teams will practice twice a week and participate in 6-8 local and regional tournaments. The tournament schedule is set by coaches and the Sun Prairie YMCA Sports Director.

Sun Prairie Y Travel Teams are great options for coaches who want to work together and coach their own kids and for groups of friends/teammates who want to guarantee that they can start or continue playing together. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Beginner Leagues for boys and girls focus on skill development, teamwork and most of all, fun! The program stresses basic basketball fundamentals, concepts and learning the rules of the game. Teams are composed of no more than 12 players (six players per team play at the same time in a 3v3 format on side-by-side courts). All players get a team t-shirt and a basketball. The season consists of three weeks of practice and seven weeks of games. Game times vary from week to week, and 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 after Oct 21.

• Some leagues and locations may be combined depending upon enrollment.

Volunteer coaches are needed!

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.

Intermediate Leagues are designed for players with a firm grasp of the fundamentals and readiness for moderate competition. There are no tryouts or evaluations, and teams are established by school attendance area (play with your friends!) as much as possible, practice once a week and play one or two games on Friday nights or Saturdays in the Madison or Sun Prairie areas. WIAA rules and referees are used. The schedule includes 9-10 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament, and all players get a jersey.

YMCA Intermediate Leagues are good options for kids and families looking for a more moderate time commitment and minimal travel.

New for 2024! Grade 3 boys teams, for players ready for more than our beginner program offers, are also available!

Practices start the week of November 4, and games begin the first weekend of December. The end-of-season tournament is tentatively scheduled for February 15-16.

Intermediate Leagues are designed for players with a firm grasp of the fundamentals and readiness for moderate competition. There are no tryouts or evaluations, and teams are established by school attendance area (play with your friends!) as much as possible, practice once a week and play one or two games on Friday nights or Saturdays in the Madison or Sun Prairie areas. WIAA rules and referees are used. The schedule includes 9-10 regular season games and an end-of-season tournament, and all players get a jersey. YMCA Intermediate Leagues are good options for kids and families looking for a more moderate time commitment and minimal travel.

New for 2024! Grade 3 girls teams, for players ready for more than our beginner program offers, are also available!

Practices start the week of November 4, and games begin the first weekend of December. The end-of-season tournament is tentatively scheduled for February 15-16.

Our Summer/Fall Basketball Camp for grade 5-6 boys (2024-25 academic year) provides an opportunity for young players to further their basketball experience. This summer camp stresses fundamental basketball skills and game-play to help develop and prepare participants for the upcoming season. Our seven-week camp has two sessions at the West YMCA:

Session One: Tuesdays, Jun 18-Aug 6, 6:30-8:00 pm. No camp on July 2.

Session Two: Thursdays, Sep 5-Oct 17, 7:00-8:30 pm.

Registration closes Tuesday, June 11 for session one and Thursday, August 29 for session two.

Our Girls Summer Basketball Camp for 5-8th graders will be hosted by the Madison West High School Varsity Girls Basketball Program and coaches. This summer camp will stress the fundamentals of basketball skills and game-play to help develop and prepare participants for the 2024 basketball season.

The camp will run August 19th-21st (Mon.-Wed.) from 6:30-8:00pm in the West YMCA Gym.

Please register your daughter for the grade that they will be entering in the fall of 2024. Registration will close on Monday, August 12th.

Our 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.

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

Travel teams are designed for players who have played a significant amount of organized basketball and developed beyond the basic fundamentals. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required. Teams practice twice per week and compete in the Badger Development League, playing six weekends (three games per weekend) over a season that lasts about four months. Teams may also participate in independent tournaments (additional fees may apply). Full uniforms are included.

Rosters are assembled following an evaluation process led by the West High School coaching staff. Players must reside in the West attendance area of the Madison Metropolitan School District for this feeder program. Players are not guaranteed equal playing time, and parents may be asked to volunteer for team functions. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Player evaluation dates and times for each grade will be announced as they are set; stay tuned! The evaluation site is TBA.

Practices start the week of November 4; games begin in December.

Travel teams are designed for players who have played a significant amount of organized basketball and developed beyond the basic fundamentals. A fair amount of travel and time commitment is required. Teams practice twice per week and compete in the Badger Development League, playing six weekends (three games per weekend) over a season that lasts about four months. Teams may also participate in independent tournaments (additional fees may apply). Full uniforms are included.

Rosters are assembled following an evaluation process led by the West High School coaching staff. Players must reside in the West attendance area of the Madison Metropolitan School District for this feeder program. Players are not guaranteed equal playing time, and parents may be asked to volunteer for team functions. Mandatory coaches meeting TBA.

Player evaluation dates and times for each grade will be announced as they are set; stay tuned! The evaluation site is West YMCA.

Practices start the week of October 28; games begin in December.