KENT YOUTH LACROSSE
www.kentyouthlacrosse.com

Ages:	5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
Dates:	March-May
Days:	Various
Cost:	$75 per player (by February 15)

Registration for youth lacrosse begins January each year. The cost (subject to change) includes U.S. Lacrosse membership. Boys equipment can be rented for a fee of $40. Visit www.kentyouthlacrosse.com for more information. Join Kent Youth Lacrosse on Facebook.

League representatives will hold in person registration at the Community Center on February 5 from 1 pm - 4 pm.

KENT COUNTY BABE RUTH SOFTBALL

Ages:	7-10, 11-13, 14-18
Dates:	April-June
Days:	Various
Cost:	$50 per player
	$65 after February 5

Registration for youth softball begins January each year. Player must be age listed as of January 1. Cost subject to change. Call Penny Usilton at 410-639-7882 for more information.

League representatives will hold in person registration at the Community Center on February 4, February 11, February 18, and February 25 from 3 pm - 5 pm.

KENT COUNTY BABE RUTH BASEBALL

Ages:	T-Ball (ages 4-6) Rookie (ages 7-8) Minor (ages 9-10) Major (ages 11-12) Prep (ages 13-15)
Dates:	April-June
Days:	Various
Cost:	$45 per player (by February 14)

Registration for youth baseball begins mid January each year. Player must be age listed as of May 1. Cost subject to change. Call Mike Piposzar at 443-480-0194 for more
information.

League representatives will hold in person registration at the Community Center on February 4 and February 25 from 9 am - 12 pm.

KENT YOUTH SOCCER

Ages:	Little Kickers Co-Ed (ages 4-5) U8 Co-Ed (ages 6-7) U10 (ages 8-9) U12 (ages 10-11) U14 (ages 12-13)
Dates:	August-October
Days:	Various
Cost:	Varies depending on date registered

Registration for youth soccer begins May each year. Call Bill Lobley at 410-778-9074 or email kentcountyyouthsoccer@yahoo.com for more information.

SHORE STICKS FIELD HOCKEY

Ages:	Junior (3rd-5th Grades) Senior (6th-8th Grades)
Dates:	August-October
Days:	Tuesday, Thursday/Friday Saturday games
Cost:	$65 before August 1 $75 after August 1

Registration for girls youth field hockey begins in June each year. Players need stick, mouth guard, and shin guards. Call Jeanne Yeager at 410-778-0554 or email jyeager@mscfv.org for more information.

JUNIOR WRESTLING
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Ages:	1st - 8th Grades
Dates:	November 2 - Early March
Days:	Tuesday and Thursday
Times:	5:30 pm – 7 pm
Place:	Community Center
Cost:	$40 per wrestler
Registration: September 1-October 31

Come be a part of a rich history of great wrestling in Kent County. The Junior Wrestling Program is a member of the Upper Chesapeake Wrestling League, giving young wrestlers the opportunity to compete against some of the best wrestlers in Maryland.

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

PREPARING EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE TO SUCCEED (P.E.P.S.)

Ages:	Age 5 - 12th Grade
Dates:	November 2 - April 25
Days:	Wednesday
Times:	5:30 pm - 7 pm
Place:	Community Center
Cost:	FREE with Access Card

P.E.P.S. is an open gym program designed so children with any type of disability or special need can participant in sports, particularly if their disability or special need makes it difficult for them to join other main stream programs. Activities will be tailored to meet the interest and ability level of program participants. Participants will learn basic skills and participate on an individual basis with a small group in a variety of sports. A parent or guardian is required to attend and may help or participate as needed. Siblings are also invited to attend and encouraged to participate.

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CLINICS

Ages:	10-14
Dates:	March 10, 17, 24 Rain Date: March 31
Days:	Saturday
Times:	2:30 pm-4:30 pm
Place:	Community Center
Cost:	FREE with Access Card
Registration begins February 1st

Led by Kent County High School Volleyball program coaches, student athletes, and former local volleyball stars in their high school and college days, clinics will be offered to promote interest in the sport and to assist current volleyball enthusiasts in developing their skills further.The clinics are FREE the first year so come out to learn something new and have fun! Skill development in serving, setting, blocking, and “the kill” will be the focus. It’s time to bring this sport back alive in our community! A general registration form must be completed for each participant. A minimum of 10 participants is required one week before the first date.

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

WEATHER CANCELLATION HOTLINE
410-810-3755

WANTED!!!
YOUTH BASKETBALL COACHES

Any individuals interested in volunteer coaching a youth basketball team should call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information. The youth basketball season runs from November through early March.

WANTED!!!
YOUTH BASKETBALL OFFICIALS

Any individual with experience in officiating basketball games who is interested in
officiating our youth league should call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information. Youth basketball games run from early December through late February.

KENT COUNTY
POP WARNER FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING
www.kcpopwarner.com

Ages:	5-15 (Divisions Below)
Dates:	August-November
Days:	Weekday evening practices
Cost:	$80

Registration for youth football and cheerleading begins in May each year. Call Art Ramirez at 443-480-2250 or email ironhead316@hotmail.com for more information.

Division Age Group Weight TINY-MITE (older / lighter) 5–6–7 NA 35–75 lbs NA MITEY-MITE (older / lighter) 7–8–9 N/A 45–90 lbs N/A JUNIOR PEEWEE (older / lighter) 8–9–10 11* 60-–105 lbs 60–85 lbs PEEWEE (older / lighter) 9–10–11 12* 75–120 lbs 75–100 lbs MIDGET (older / lighter) 11–12–13–14 15* 105–160 lbs 105–140 lbs

*Older player may play in a younger division
if lighter weight requirement is met.

BOYS AND GIRLS YOUTH BASKETBALL
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Ages:	9-13
Dates:	November 1 - March
Days:	Girls: Mon. & Wed. practices Boys: Tue. & Thurs. practices Friday evening games
Place:	Kent County Middle School, Rock Hall and Galena Middle Schools and some games at the Community Center
Cost:	$40 per player
Registration: September 1-October 31

Teams will be formed throughout the County for this basketball league geared towards skill development and fun. Youth ages 9–11 will be introduced to the fundamentals of basketball. Youth ages 12–13 will begin to learn more advanced techniques and game strategies of basketball. This is a beneficial instructional league that will prepare youth for high school level basketball. The focus of all Parks and Recreation youth leagues is fun, not competition.

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

HOOP JAM
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Ages:	6-8
Dates:	November 1 - January 26
Days:	Tuesday and Thursday
Times:	5:30 pm–6:30 pm
Place:	Garnett Elementary School
Cost:	$20 per player
Registration: September 1-October 31

Hoop Jam is designed to give boys and girls a solid foundation in the game of basketball while having fun and playing with their friends. This is a great program at an affordable price, so please come out and be a part of the fun!

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

START SMART SPORTS
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Ages:	3-5
Dates:	November 7 - May 7
Days:	Monday
Times:	5:30 pm–6:30 pm
Place:	Community Center
Cost:	$15 per player per sport or $45 per participant for all 4 sports
Registration begins September 1 each year.

The Start Smart Sports development program is an exciting and innovative approach to helping children as young as three years old learn and develop basic motor skills - like throwing, catching, kicking, and hitting - with their parents! This is a great way to help children to learn skills and build confidence as well as develop friendships and parental relationships. Each sport meets for 6 sessions over a 6 week period:

Soccer:	November 7- December 12
Basketball:	January 9 - February 13
Baseball:	February 20 - March 26
Football:	April 2 - May 7

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

SPORTS AGILITY AND ENDURANCE CAMP

Ages:	6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students
Dates:	TBD
Days:	Tuesday (Rain Date Thursday)
Times:	3:30 pm- 5 pm
Place:	Kent County Middle School
Cost:	$50 per person

This camp will be held directly after school on Kent County Middle School's athletic field. Kent County native and ACE certified personal trainer, Eric Fitch, will utilize innovative drills in a fun and friendly environment to build physical foundations and team building skills in young athletes. Through speed, agility, flexibility, resistance, resistance training, and body weight training, athletes will improve their speed, endurance, balance, coordination, and strength, getting a jump start on their competition.

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

TROJAN PRIDE BASKETBALL CLINICS

Ages:	9-13
Dates:	January 7, January 14, *January 21, January 28, February 4, and February 11
Days:	Saturdays
Times:	1 pm- 2:30 pm
Place:	Community Center and *KCHS
Cost:	FREE with Access Card
Registration begins December 1st

Led by Pat McClary, Head Coach of the Shoremen Basketball Club, this clinic will focus on learning the fundamentals of the game and having fun with games and contests.

Call 410-778-1957 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.

INDOOR BATTING CAGE

For sport leagues and individuals who want to keep their skills sharp throughout the winter months, the batting cage is sure to attract many users. Availability of batting cage will be limited due to high interest so don’t delay in securing your rental dates. A private rental of Gym B at the Community Center is required. Our Community Center rental request application can be printed here.

Be sure to review the Batting Cage-Pitching Machine Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines.

Call 410-810-5948 or email info@KentParksAndRec.org for more information.