Kids playing in a youth basketball league at the YMCA of Greater Montgomery

Youth Basketball at the YMCA of Greater Montgomery

About Our Youth Basketball Programs

Building Skills and Friendships

Basketball was invented at a YMCA in 1891, and more than a century later, the Y is still where kids learn the game the right way. Our coaches teach the fundamentals (passing, shooting, dribbling, and defense) alongside the Y values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, with physical fitness built into every practice. Players make friends, stay active, and build the kind of confidence that carries off the court.

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Youth Basketball Programs for All Ages!

From first-time dribblers to league-ready players, the YMCA of Greater Montgomery offers youth basketball programs designed to help kids build confidence, improve fundamentals, stay active, and enjoy the game in a supportive and positive team environment. Current offerings on the page include a preschool parent-child program and Youth Basketball League options for grades K-8. For players seeking higher-level competition, explore our competitive sports programs or the YBL competitive league.

YMCA PreSchool Little Dribblers

Get ready for a slam-dunk experience with preschool basketball! It’s all about teaching basic skills, game scenarios, and having a blast!

This league is parent-child interactive, so you’ll be right there alongside your child, helping them build the skills and confidence they’ll need for future games.

Registration: Currently Closed

YMCA Members: $85

Non-Members: $170

Late registration ($15): Registration Closed
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Middle school YMCA basketball players running a play in a competitive youth league

Hoops League at the Y

Hoops League at the Y offers both recreational and competitive leagues, allowing players to grow their skills in the environment that fits them best. Designed with development in mind, every player is guaranteed 50% playing time. Pre-formed teams are welcome, with a maximum roster size of 10 players.
Hoops League YMCA Partnership info: If you are a basketball family, K-3 you can sign up at the Y or Hoops League.
If you are a basketball family in grades 4-6th, then you can only sign up at the Y as Hoops League has entrusted all of their older age groups to the Y basketball program.
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Elementary-age YMCA basketball players passing the ball in a recreational youth league

Youth Basketball League (YBL)

YBL Recreational League

This league is designed for recreational/developmental play with a 1/2-game playing requirement. Pre-formed teams allowed with a maximum of 10 players.

YBL Competitive League

This league is designed to be more competitive with a one quarter of play requirement. Pre-formed teams are allowed with a maximum of 12 players. Register for the location you wish to practice at.
  • Registration: In-House at your branch location or using the buttons below. Registration is currently closed.
  • Late Registration ($15 Fee): Registration Closed
  • Cost: Members $85 • Non-Members $170
  • Hoops League Non-Members ONLY can use code HOOPS to lock in $130 registration fee.
  • Age Range: Grades K-8th
  • Program Start Date: 2026-27 Season Dates TBD
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Locations

Find Your Y!

Bell Road YMCA

2435 Bell Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
Mon-Fri: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
(334) 271-4343
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Enterprise Family YMCA

904 East Lee Street
Enterprise, AL 36330
Mon – Fri: 5:00AM – 8:00PM
Sat: 7:00AM – 2:00PM
Sun: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
(334) 347-4513
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Midtown YMCA

3455 Carter Hill Road
Montgomery, AL 36111
Mon- Thurs: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sun: CLOSED
(334) 262-6411
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Wetumpka YMCA

200 Red Eagle Drive
Wetumpka, AL 36092
Mon - Thu: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sun: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
(334) 567-8282
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Frequently Asked Questions

Programs run from preschool through 8th grade. Little Dribblers is a parent-child program for our youngest players, and the Youth Basketball League (YBL) serves grades K-8 in both recreational and competitive divisions.
YBL and Little Dribblers are $85 for YMCA members and $170 for non-members. Late registration adds a $15 fee. Hoops League non-members can use code HOOPS to lock in a $130 rate.
The Recreational league is development-focused with a half-game playing-time guarantee and rosters up to 10 players. The Competitive league plays at a higher level with a one-quarter playing-time minimum and rosters up to 12.
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