Youth Basketball and Cheerleading Program
YOUTH BASKETBALL & CHEERLEADING PROGRAM
City of Clarkston Parks & Recreation Department
Get ready for an exciting season of youth basketball and cheerleading! The City of Clarkston Parks & Recreation Department is excited to offer its Youth Basketball & Cheerleading Program for children ages 3–10. This program provides an opportunity for young athletes to develop fundamental sports skills, build confidence, learn teamwork, and enjoy friendly competition in a positive and encouraging environment.Whether your child is interested in playing basketball or cheering from the sidelines, we invite you to join us for an exciting season of recreation, sportsmanship, and community involvement!
2026–2027 Season Dates: Monday, November 30, 2026 – Saturday, February 6, 2027
PROGRAM LOCATION
All basketball practices and games will take place at:
Clarkston First Baptist Church – Family Life Center Gymnasium
3999 Church Street
Clarkston, GA 30021
PROGRAM AGE DIVISIONS
The program will offer the following age divisions:
Youth Basketball
• Itty Bitty Basketball – Ages 3–4
• Coed Basketball – Ages 5–7
• Coed Basketball – Ages 8–10
Youth Cheerleading
• Cheerleading Squad 1 – Ages 5–7
• Cheerleading Squad 2 – Ages 8–10
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE INFORMATION
The Youth Basketball League will provide participants with an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of basketball, develop athletic abilities, and participate in organized games throughout the season.
Practice Schedule
• Coed Basketball (Ages 5–7): Mondays or Wednesdays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Practice assignments will depend on team placement.
• Coed Basketball (Ages 8–10): Mondays or Wednesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Practice assignments will depend on team placement.
• Itty Bitty Basketball (Ages 3–4): Practice and program details will be provided to registered participants.
Season and Game Schedule
• Practices begin the week of November 30, 2026, at Clarkston First Baptist Church.
• First games begin Saturday, December 12, 2026.
• No practices or games will take place December 20, 2026 – January 2, 2027, due to the holiday break and school closures.
• Practices resume Monday, January 4, 2027.
• Games resume Saturday, January 9, 2027.
• Championship Week: February 1–6, 2027.
• Final games and championship activities will take place Saturday, February 6, 2027.
Basketball Uniforms and Equipment
Each registered youth basketball participant will receive a complete basketball uniform consisting of:
• Reversible basketball jersey
• Basketball shorts
Participants are responsible for providing their own athletic socks and appropriate indoor basketball sneakers. Shoes must be suitable for indoor gymnasium use and must not have black soles.
YOUTH CHEERLEADING INFORMATION
The Youth Cheerleading Program is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of cheerleading while developing confidence, coordination, teamwork, school spirit, and positive sportsmanship.
Cheerleading Practice Schedule
• Cheerleading Squad 1 (Ages 5–7): Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
• Cheerleading Squad 2 (Ages 8–10): Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
All cheerleading practices will take place at Clarkston First Baptist Church – Family Life Center Gymnasium.
Game-Day Participation
Each cheerleading squad is scheduled to cheer at a minimum of two basketball games each Saturday during the season. The specific game-day assignments and cheering schedule will be announced and provided to registered participants at a later date.
Cheerleading Uniforms and Accessories
Each registered cheerleading participant will receive a complete cheerleading uniform package, which will include:
• Cheerleading shell top
• Cheerleading shirt
• Cheerleading socks
• Cheerleading ribbons
• Cheerleading pom-poms
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IMPORTANT PROGRAM REMINDERS
• Participants should arrive on time for all scheduled practices and games.
• Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring participants have appropriate athletic footwear and attire.
• Practice assignments and team placements will be communicated by the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Game schedules and additional program information will be distributed as they become available.
• Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay informed of program announcements, schedule changes, and important updates throughout the season.
PROGRAM CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions regarding youth basketball, cheerleading, registration, team assignments, or program schedules, please contact:
Marla Hale, Recreation & Aquatics Coordinator
Email: mhale@cityofclarkston.com
Phone: 470-763-9055
City of Clarkston Parks & Recreation Department
736 Park North Blvd., Suite #120
Clarkston, Georgia 30021
Phone: 404-296-6489
Email: parksandrec@cityofclarkston.com
Website: www.cityofclarkston.com
We look forward to an exciting basketball and cheerleading season!
The City of Clarkston Parks & Recreation Department is committed to providing quality recreational opportunities that encourage youth development, teamwork, physical activity, and community engagement. We look forward to seeing our young athletes and cheerleaders on the court!