Play Basketball at the YMCA of San Diego County
The YMCA of San Diego County offers a variety of basketball programs for all skill levels, from beginners learning the basics to competitive leagues for seasoned players. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, stay active or be part of a team, our programs provide a fun and supportive environment for youth and adults alike. Join us on the court, develop your skills, and experience the excitement of YMCA basketball!
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BASKETBALL PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THE YMCA
The Y offers basketball leagues, lessons and clinics for kids who are 3 to 17 years old. Leagues offer recreational and competitive programs where participants will be included on teams and play games against one another. Lessons and clinics focus on teaching participants about sportsmanship, skill development and strength training.
basketball leagues
Leagues offer recreational and competitive programs where participants will be included on teams and play games against one another. Our leagues provide the chance for every player to develop their discipline, sportsmanship, strength and endurance. While practices are geared toward strengthening your child’s individual skills, game time emphasizes each player’s understanding of the sport, game rules and team competition.
Y volunteer coaches focus on developing a sense of teamwork in a setting that encourages fun, healthy, age-appropriate competition. By the end of the season, your child will have gained a better understanding of the sport, its rules and the basic skills.
RECREATIONAL LEAGUES | ages 4-17
SUMMER 2025
Practice schedules vary branch to branch, all games take place on Saturdays. Once enrolled, your child’s coaches will contact you with more information.
LEAGUES BEGIN IN JULY, REGISTRATION REMAINS OPEN UNTIL ALL TEAMS ARE FULL
BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA
Coed leagues for ages 6-17 | FIND SESSIONS
Games take place on Thursdays or Saturdays with practices during the week.
GAMES: Thursdays, 5:30pm
- Ages 6-7 | Practices: Mon, 5:30-6:30pm
- Ages 8-9 | Practices: Mon, 6:30-7:30pm
GAMES: Saturdays, Schedule varies by season. Some traveling required.
- Ages 10-12 | Practice: Wed, 5:30-6:30pm
- Ages 13-17 | Practices: Mon, 7:30-8:30p and Wed, 6:30-7:30pm
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA
Coed leagues for ages 6-17 | FIND SESSIONS
Season begins mid-January and ends late March. Registration will remain open until teams are full.
- Ages 5-6 | Wed/Sat | 5:00-6:00pm
- Ages 7-8 | Wed/Sat | 6:00-7:00pm
- Ages 9-10 | Thurs/Sat | 5:00-7:00pm
- Ages 11-12 | Thurs/Sat | 6:00-8:00pm
magdalena ecke family ymca
Coed 3v3 leagues for ages 6-12 | FIND SESSIONS
- Ages 6-7 | Saturday, 9:00-10:00am
- Ages 8-9| Saturday, 11:00am-12:00pm
- Ages 10-12 | 1:00-2:00pm
MISSION VALLEY YMCA
Coed leagues for ages 5-17 | FIND SESSIONS
Practices take place during the week with games on Saturdays.
- Division 1 (Ages 5-7) | Wed/Sat | 4:30-5:30pm
- Division 2 (Ages 8-9) | Wed/Sat | 5:30-6:30pm
- Division 3 (Ages 10-12) | Wed/Sat | 6:30-7:30pm
- Division 4 (Ages 13-17) | Tue/Sat | 5:30-6:30pm
SOUTH BAY FAMILY YMCA
Coed leagues for ages 6-13 | FIND SESSIONS
Registration will remain open until teams are full.
- Ages 6-8
- Sat | 12:00-2:00pm
- Ages 9-11
- Sat | 12:00-2:00pm
- Ages 12-13
- Sat | 12:00-2:00pm
T. Claude and Gladys B. Ryan Family YMCA
Coed leagues for ages 6-16 | FIND SESSIONS
Practice times will begin after teams are selected.
Please email Sports Coordinator, Branisha Jones at bjones@ymcasd.org for more information.
YOUTH COMPETITIVE LEAGUE
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA - SUMMER 2025
Jackie Robinson Family YMCA offers competitive youth basketball leagues to provide young athletes with the opportunity to advance their understanding of the game and take their skills to the next level in a competitive setting. Different from recreational basketball, competitive leagues offer participants a sports program that allows YMCA youth athletes to play competitively against local teams while remaining in the encouraging YMCA environment. For more information, contact the sports department at Jackie Robinson Family YMCA.
Team tryouts are scheduled for Friday, July 25th. Available division for tryouts are ages 10u, 11u and 12u at 5:30pm and ages 13u and 14 at 6:45pm.
YOUTH 3V3 SUMMER TOURNAMENTS
DAN MCKINNEY FAMILY YMCA - SUMMER 2025
Get ready for fast-paced fun this summer with our brand-new 3v3 Basketball Tournaments at the Dan McKinney Family YMCA! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, all skill levels are welcome.
Players can register with friends as a team of 3 or sign up individually — we’ll take care of forming teams so everyone can play!
Games are organized by age divisions with set times. Want to play in a different division? Just reach out! Each tournament day includes coachable moments that focus on building fundamentals, teamwork and community through the game of basketball.
Tournaments take place Saturdays all July*. Sign up for one weekend or for all 3!
Age Divisions:
- Peewee | Ages 4-5 | 9:30am – 10:15am
- D1 | Ages 6-7 | 10:30am – 11:30am
- D2 | Ages 8-10 | 11:30am – 12:30pm
- D3 | Ages 9-11 | 12:30pm – 1:45pm
- D4 | Ages 11-14 | 1:45pm – 3:00pm
For questions or more information, please contact Lu Gonzales at lgonzalez5@ymcasd.org.
*No tournament the weekend of July 4.
adult leagues
SUMMER 2025
Our adult basketball leagues are a great way to improve your skills and stay in shape while playing with friends! We offer both competitive and recreational leagues for male, female and coed teams throughout several branches in San Diego. Registration remains open until all teams are full.
MAGDALENA ECKE FAMILY
Leagues for ages 18+ | FIND SESSIONS!
- Men’s League | Mondays at 6:00pm
- Help out the team! Be a substitute player!
DAN MCKINNEY FAMILY YMCA
Leagues for ages 18+ | FIND SESSIONS
Registration will remain open until teams are full.
If you already have a team, please reach out to Lu Gonzalez at lgonzalez5@ymcasd.org. The team captain needs to register as Team Captain, and all other players should register as Team Members in order to reserve a spot in the league.
If you are registering individually as a free agent, please contact Lu Gonzalez lgonzalez5@ymcasd.org.
- Men’s Basketball | Division A (Competitive) | Thursdays at 6:00pm
- Men’s Basketball | Division B (Recreational) | Tuesdays at 6:00pm
The season lasts nine weeks—eight weeks of regular play followed by one week of playoffs.
MISSION VALLEY YMCA
Women’s League (Ages 40+)| FIND SESSIONS
Registration will remain open until teams are full.
- Thursdays, 6:15pm
- Sundays, 11:00am-4:00pm
T. Claude and Gladys B. Ryan Family YMCA
Coed leagues for ages 18+ | FIND SESSIONS
Registration will remain open until teams are full.
- Men’s Basketball | Ages 18+ | Wednesdays at 6:00pm
BASKETBALL LESSONS & CLINICS
PEEWEE lessons
Children ages 3-5 can develop motor skills, stay active and have fun with friends in our Peewee Basketball lessons! Offered on a month-to-month basis, these engaging sessions introduce young players to the game in a supportive and playful environment. Click your branch below for details!
YOUTH CLINICS
Youth clinics for ages 5 and older focus on teaching participants about sportsmanship, skill development and strength training. Registration is ongoing for monthly sessions. Click your branch below for details!
BASKETBALL PROGRAMS
Free Play
Open Gym Times
The Y also offers pick-up basketball at several locations association-wide. View the gymnasium schedule on the home page of your local YMCA for free play time. View branch locations.
Basketball Camps
Day Camp Options
The Y also offers several sport-based day camps (particularly during the summer) that focus on basketball! Find the basketball camp that is right for you on our day camp page.
