Fall Basketball
Youth fall basketball programs are available at the Billings Family YMCA for kids of all ages. We offer a wide range of youth basketball programs during the fall season, including skill-building programs for younger kids and competitive play for older kids. The goals of YMCA youth basketball programs are to help every player on the court learn the game, improve their fitness and dexterity, and understand the value of good teamwork.
Registration opens August 1. Register by October 1. to avoid a $20 late fee.
No registration after October 17.
COACHES MEETING
- LOCATION: YMCA Fortin Gym East
- TIME: 6:00 PM
- Before Season Meeting: Thursday, October 22
This league is only possible thanks to the support of our volunteer coaches. If you’re interested in helping coach a team, please let us know or plan to attend the upcoming coaches meeting. Reach out to Elliot Brooks, Youth Sports Coordinator at 406.294.1625 or at ebrooks@billingsymca.org
PRACTICES
All practices will be in the Fortin Gym. Teams, practice times, and game schedules will be determined by final enrollment numbers after skills day.
Kindergarten Fall Basketball:
- Days: Tue or Thurs
- Time: 5:30–6:30 PM
- Dates: Starts week of October 26 through December 17
- In this co-ed youth basketball program, 5 to 6-year-old kids will develop their skills on the court and be introduced to the rules of the game.
1st–2nd Grade Fall Basketball:
- Days: Tue or Thurs
- Times: 5:30–6:30 PM or 6:30–7:30 PM
- Dates: Starts week of October 26 through December 17
- 1st and 2nd graders will be divided into small groups to build their skills and improve their teamwork in this youth fall basketball program.
3rd–5th Grade Fall Basketball:
- Days: Tue or Thurs
- Times: 6:30–7:30 PM or 7:30–8:30 PM
- Dates: Starts week of October 26 through December 17
- This youth basketball program for grades 3, 4 and 5 is designed to teach intermediate skills through structured practices and team games.
6th–8th Grade Fall Basketball:
- Dates: Tue or Thurs
- Times: 6:30–7:30 PM or 7:30–8:30 PM
- Dates: Starts week of October 26 through December 17
- 6th, 7th and 8th graders will develop personal skills and team strategy in this competitive youth fall basketball program with league play.
AFTER SKILLS DAY
Teams will be formed after Skills Day. Once teams are assigned, you will receive an email with your team name and, if applicable, your coach’s contact information.
If your team does not yet have a coach, it means we are still looking for a volunteer. If you’re interested in coaching, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’d love your support!
Practices will begin the week of October 26th. There will be two weeks of practice before the first games, which start on November 7th.
GAMES
Games start Saturday, November 7
Games end Saturday, December 19
Games held in YMCA Fortin Gym
No games or practices will be held on the week of Thanksgiving
We offer a variety of youth fall basketball programs for children ages 3-14. Our Tiny Tots programs are designed for 3- to 5-year-olds, with league programs available for kids in kindergarten up through 8th grade.
During a mandatory skills day, basketball players will be evaluated on their fundamentals and then assigned teams to create balanced gameplay.
All games and practices are at YMCA Fortin Gym. Games are always held on Saturdays, while practice times vary by age and enrollment. There will be no games or practices during Thanksgiving week.
Skills Day is a mandatory pre-season event for kindergarten through 8th grade programs. Our instructors will assess player fundamentals like dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense to form balanced teams.
Yes, 1-on-1 youth basketball sessions are available for children in 3rd grade and above. During these sessions, players will train under Coach Rocky Owens to improve their individual skills and learn game strategy.