YOUTH SPORTS
Youth sports programs are designed for young people who want to learn and develop the fundamental skills of basketball, volleyball, street hockey, and dodgeball in a league format. Unless otherwise noted, leagues meet twice weekly for practices or games for one hour per session; though the exact days may vary each week between weeknights( Monday-Thursday) and Saturdays. The schedules are set after registration closes and teams are formed. Please note that refunds are not given after player evaluations. Weather-related cancellations may not be rescheduled subject to space availability.
BASKETBALL
Fall / Winter Girls Basketball League
This basketball league helps players learn and develop fundamental skills in a structured format. Volunteer coaches lead all teams. The season runs from November through mid-February. Registration for Garner residents opens on September 1 and for non-residents on September 8.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center and Avery Recreation Center
DATE: Saturday, 10 / 17 / 2026
COST: Resident $ 70, Non-Resident $ 98 Player Evaluations
AGE: 7-9 TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM AGE: 10-12 TIME: 12:00-1:00 PM
Fall / Winter Boys Basketball League
This basketball league helps players learn and develop fundamental skills in a structured format. Volunteer coaches lead all teams. The season runs from November through mid-February. Registration for Garner residents opens on September 1 and for non-residents on September 8.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center and Avery Recreation Center
DATE: Saturday, 10 / 17 / 2026
COST: Resident $ 70, Non-Resident $ 98 Player Evaluations
AGE: 7-8 TIME: 9:00-10:00 AM AGE: 9-10 TIME: 10:00-11:00 AM AGE: 11-12 TIME: 1:00-2:00 PM
Fall / Winter Coed Basketball League
Coed leagues are offered in two age groups: 5-6 and 13-14. The 5 – 6 division is an instructional league providing a fun environment to learn basketball fundamentals, including shooting, dribbling, passing, and playing with teammates. For the 13-14 group, this coed league helps players learn and develop fundamental skills in a structured format. Registration for Garner residents opens on September 1 and for non-residents on September 8. Season runs from November through mid-February.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center and Avery Recreation Center
DATE: Saturday, 10 / 17 / 2026
COST: Resident $ 70, Non-Resident $ 98 Player Evaluations
AGE: 5-6 TIME: 8:00-9:00 AM AGE: 13-14 TIME: 2:00-3:00 PM
Spring Boys Basketball League
This basketball league is designed for boys who want to learn and develop the fundamental skills of basketball in a league format. Teams are led and coached by volunteers. The season runs from March through early May. Registration for Garner residents opens on January 5 and for non-residents on January 12.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center and Avery Recreation Center
AGE: 15-17 DATE: Saturday, 3 / 6 / 2027 TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM COST: Resident $ 70, Non-Resident $ 98
COACH & MENTOR
Garner PRCR is seeking volunteer coaches for upcoming basketball and volleyball seasons. Why volunteer?
• Inspire young athletes
• Get involved in the community
• Enjoy early registration and discounted registration fees
To learn more and sign-up, please contact athletics @ garnernc. gov.
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