Spring Youth Sports

 

Little Kickers Preschool Soccer

Little Kickers is a great way to introduce your 3, 4 or 5 year old to the sport of soccer.  Games are played on Saturdays at Marshall Park.  Each week children will have 30 minutes of practice and a 3 on 3 scrimmages for the 4 and 5 year olds.  Three year olds will run through a controlled “clinic” leading up to organized scrimmages the final week.  Cost is $18 ($23 for nonresidents) and includes a league t-shirt and 4 week schedule. Spring Season begins Saturday April 25th, 2009 Fall Season begins Saturday September 12, 2009

 

Spring Youth Soccer Registration

Youth ages 5 to 12 who are interested in playing soccer can register for the spring 2009 Soccer program Monday February 23 to Friday March 20, 2009.  Children will be placed on a team in their age division with a volunteer coach.  School based teams will be formed; so please contact your child’s school to see if they have a team.  Fees vary according to age and will include an eight game schedule, t-shirt and player patch.  Shin guards are mandatory and not included in the fee.  Look for the “Soccer registration” flyers at your child’s Lansing Public School.  The season will begin Saturday, April 18th.

4/18-5/16          Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sat     See team schedules   

 

Spring Youth Soccer Coaches Meeting

Coach, this is your opportunity to get information, have your questions answered and if you plan on coaching a team be sure to attend.  If possible, shirts, rosters, and equipment will be available.

4/2       Thur     7 pm     Foster

 

Soccer Referee Meeting

If you are interested is refereeing youth soccer this season come to this information meeting.  These leagues are a great place to learn officiating skills.  We will discuss our philosophy regarding youth soccer, field situations, pay schedules, and training of officials.  Join our team, become a soccer official.

4/1       Wed      7 pm     Foster

 

Youth Wildcat T-Ball

The Wildcat T-Ball Program is designed for boys and girls 5 – 6 years old.  This league will help introduce your child to the basics of baseball and softball in a fun way.  Games are played Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday beginning June 15, 2009.  Cost is $20 ($25 for nonresidents) per child and includes a league T-shirt and 8 game schedule. All Players must be registered by May 15, 2009

 

Youth Baseball and Softball Wildcat Program

The Wildcat Baseball/Softball program is a fun and fit way to get your child introduced to America's pastime.  Leagues are designed for youth ages 7 - 14, with special emphasis on skill development through games and practices.  Individual registrations and school/team based registrations available.  Fees vary based upon age, and will include a t-shirt, hat and an 8 - 10 game season.  League play begins June 15, and runs through the end of July with evening games and practices and some Saturdays.  All Players & Teams must be registered by May 15, 2009

 

Youth Baseball/Softball Umpires & Scorekeepers Needed

Looking to make a bit of extra cash this summer?  The Lansing Parks & Recreation Department is looking for excited, fun, and responsible teens and adults to umpire and score keep in the Youth Baseball and Softball programs.  There will be a mandatory informational meeting on April 23, 2009 (7:00 p.m. at Foster Community Center) and on field training Saturday May 23, 2009 (10:00 a.m. at Davis Park). 

 

Aquafina Pitch Hit & Run Skills Competition

Aquafina Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run (PHR) is an exciting baseball skills competition that provides boys and girls, ages 7 to 14, the opportunity to showcase their pitching, hitting and running abilities. This FREE event will take place on Saturday June 20th, 2009 at Ranney Park.  On-site registration will begin at 12:00, with the competition starting at 1:00 pm.

 

Camp Lansing Summer Sports Camps

Camp Lansing Basketball Camp

Learn basketball Skills and fundamentals from staff committed to providing a positive camp experience.  Coach Mike Ingram of Lansing Community College will teach basic and intermediate individual and team skills.  Camp runs Monday through Friday July 13 – 17, 2009 form 8:30 am to 2:00 pm, lunch is not provided.  Cost ($50 resident; $55 non resident) includes a Camp T-shirt

 

Camp Lansing Soccer Camp

Learn basic and intermediate soccer skills in this fun camp experience.  Camp Lansing is open to Boys and Girls and will emphasize skill development in the areas of passing, trapping and shooting.  Basic Drills and team based scrimmages will highlight each camp day.  Join SoccerZone’s experienced staff as they teach campers about America’s fastest growing sport.

 

Boys & Girls Summer Lacrosse Camp (Ages 9-13)

Summer Day Camp program providing an excellent experience for lacrosse players of all abilities.  Players will improve their skill; knowledge and appreciation of the game of lacrosse.  Campers are divided according to experience, age and ability to match the coaching to the player.  Our focus on basic skills will include, shooting, on and off ball movement, throwing, ground balls, catching, defense, passing, fast breaks, dodging, and stick skills.

Activity #414100A

7/20-7/23                      Mon-Thur          12-2:30 pm                   Frances Park                  $65

 

Youth NFL Flag Football

Youth NFL Flag Football, the NFL’S official youth league for boys and girls in grades K - 5. Divisions of play include K/1, 2/3, 4/5 all divisions are coed. NFL Flag provides the opportunity for kids and families to become involved in football through participation early in life. It also helps develop the first phase of player and coach development by teaching football skills at the earliest age, while focusing games on speed and agility not size and strength. Games are played one weekday evening and Saturdays beginning September 29th, 2009. The cost to participate is $30 for City of Lansing Residents; $35 for Nonresidents, which includes a high quality NFL replica jersey. Participants must register by September 11, 2009