SEPTEMBER UPDATE:
We had an INCREDIBLE summer, with lots of very sucessful events and programs. Our 2-day camps were a huge success and allowed players to work on sport specific skills. Our Firm Foundation Clinics gave kids a chance to learn the fundamentals of basketball and volleyball. Our Jon Smith Memorial showcase tournament had a great turnout and provided incoming school teams a chance to play a ton of volleyball in a tw0-day period. Our basketball tournaments (2 of which are coming up in September) were a great way for local teams to get more playing opportunities. Also, our AYSA Summer Basketball and Volleyball Leagues were a great segue into our Fall Leagues, which are starting up shortly!
UPCOMING AYSA EVENTS
VolleyKids Volleyball League – Boys and Girls 6-14 Years Old
Hot Shots Basketball League – Boys and Girls 6-14 Years Old
Schools In Session Basketball Tournament – Boys and Girls 9U-18U
Final Stop Basketball Tournament – Boys and Girls 9U-18U
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2021 AYSA EVENTS
To sign up for the 2021 Showcase, contact [email protected]
Check out 2020 Showcase Images on FB
To sign up for the 2021 Expo, contact [email protected]
Check out 2020 Expo Images on FB
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AS ALWAYS, EACH UPCOMING WEEK’S OPEN GYM SCHEDULE WILL BE POSTED EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON ON website/ facebook / instagram / twitter
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Current protocols and safety guidelines:
- Masks REQUIRED to enter facility and to be kept on, with the only exception being players on the court actively engaging in game play
- Sanitation stations are located throughout the facility to be used as needed
- All staff, volunteers, parents, and athletes will be screened before entry into every single event
- There will be a buffer in-between open gym hours and tournament gaps for staff to clear and clean the space before the next groups enter
- Additional cleaning will take place throughout and at the conclusion of every day
- The number of entrants allowed into the facility for events will be subject to the guidelines from the CDC and state/local officials
- All balls will be sanitized before and after each open gym time and tournament game
- AYSA highly encourages all individuals considered at-risk to stay home
*We are constantly looking for ways to highlight youth in the community, so if you have an athlete you would like to nominate please CONTACT US *
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Raising the Bar – The Abilene Youth Sports Authority is on a mission to help kids, coaches, and parents have a better experience with youth sports than ever before. We want to cultivate an atmosphere of friendly competition and good sportsmanship throughout the Abilene area and beyond.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
ABILENE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
*Pay attention to the ACVB calendar of events*
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CITY LEAGUES
*Due to COVID-19 Youth Leagues have all been put on a temporary hold and will be until they have been cleared to continue with their seasons. As of May 1st, the City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Department has permitted outdoor recreational sports for four or less people. This includes opening up our basketball courts and tennis courts. Our playgrounds are still closed until further notice, but our parks are still open to the public. Please continue to practice social distancing while visiting parks and during outdoor recreational activities.
League News & Upcoming Season Info
Youth Tennis –Calling Junior Challenger Players. Rose Park is hosting a 1 day Challenger on September 5. Click here for Link.
Visit abilenetennis.org for more information about registration information and future seasons.
Youth Basketball
AYBA registrations for 2020/2021 will start in September!! Be sure to check website for updated team, roster, coach, and season information!
Youth Baseball
Registrations for Spring 2020: Please check below to see what leagues are saying in regards to their spring seasons. All responses have come directly from their website/Facebook/Email. If you have any questions, please get with your league to get them answered! Please check leagues individual websites for more information about season information, schedules, practices, rosters, and any important information.
Abilene Eastern LL – no September update
(Lee, Johnston, Bowie, Thomas, Taylor, & ACS)
“Southern LL will not be having Fall Ball this year.
We will see everyone in the spring!”
(pulled from FB post on August 4th)
(Bassetti, Ward, or Jackson)
“Dixie Little League will NOT be having a Fall Ball season this coming fall. There is however a Fall Season happening through Dbat!”
(pulled from FB post on August 11th)
(Austin, Reagan, Bonham, & Dyess)
Abilene Northern LL – no September update
(Jane Long, Martinez, Ortiz)
“We have finally wrapped up our Spring season and wanted to say Thank You to everyone for sticking with us through all the ups and downs that this season brought. With the end of a successful Spring season finally arriving, we’ve received a lot of questions about Fall Ball. We’d like nothing more than to give our kids the opportunity to play this fall, however, we don’t feel like it is in the best interest of the league and our WLL families to do so. Therefore, WLL will not be participating in Fall Ball this year.”
(pulled from FB post on August 4th)
(Wylie Schools)
“It looks like our normal District 5 fall ball that we are used to participating in will not happen this year. We are looking at some different options at the moment, but we could use some input on how many players would want to play.”
(pulled from FB post on August 5th)
Youth Softball
Registrations for Spring 2020: Please check below to see what leagues are saying in regard to their spring seasons. All responses have come directly from their website/Facebook/Email. If you have any questions, please get with your league to get them answered! Please check leagues individual websites for more information about season information, schedules, practices, rosters, and any important information.
Abilene Fast Pitch Softball Association
“Hey folks, we are now LIVE for online registrations!! Get your kiddos signed up for fall ball. Ages 3-14. We will be at Redbud (large concession) tomorrow (Thursday, 8/20) at 7:30 for team registrations!
Let’s make this fall ball one to remember! Last day of registration will be on Sept. 4th & games will start on Sept. 14th & go through Oct. 30th.”
(pulled from FB post on August 20th)
“Tonight August 18th Fall Ball signups. Will Hair field 1 from 6-8pm. Bring your child’s birth certificate. Come on out!”
(pulled from FB post on August 11th)
Wylie Fast Pitch Softball– no September update
Abilene Boys & Girls Softball Association –
“We would like to inform everyone that we will NOT be having a softball season this year due to covid19. We are very sorry for the inconvenience but the safety of our players come first. We are already thinking about ways to make next years season amazing so please watch for more information at beginning of 2021. Thank you and stay safe and see you next year.”
(pulled from FB post on May 23rd)
Youth Soccer
Big Country Soccer Association –
Registrations for Fall closed 7.28.20 at mignight. Contact direct for questions!
Youth Football
Wylie Youth Football and Cheer – no September update
Youth Hockey
“Registration for the Fall 2020 season begins August 1st, online registration will close September 13th. In person registrations will be held on August 22nd and 29th, watch our Facebook page for more updates and details on those.”
(pulled from FB post on August 3rd)