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Madison Baseball Association (MBA)
The Madison Baseball Association (MBA) is a parent volunteer organization dedicated to providing recreational baseball to the children of Madison between the ages of 4-15 years. For more information, please visit the MBA website.
- Age Information - Age for play is determined as of April 30 of the current year.
- Registration - Registration is normally held in January of each year. MBA is going more towards online registration and has completed some additional enhancements to make it easier on the parents. In person registration dates will be posted to the Recreation Calendar each season.
Access Online Registration - If you have problems with the registration, please email the MBA Registrar
The City of Madison Parks and Recreation Department invite boys and girls between the ages of 5-18 (k-12th grade) to join one of the most exciting sports that Madison has to offer.
Age Information - Age is determined as of September 1 of the current year. The player must be the age of 5 or older on September 1st.
Registration Fees
- 5 and 6 years old - $75.00
- 7 - 18 years old - $150.00
Registration closed until August of 2019.
Waiting List
Waiting list will begin at 12:01 am on Sunday, September 9, 2018. If/When additional coaches are found, we will bring players off the waiting list.
Evaluations:
Evaluations are usually held during the month of October for all 7U - 18U players. Those that are playing in the DBL (Developmental Basketball League) will not participate in the evaluations.
Practices
- Practice begins in late October for the 7U - 10U while the 12U - 18U will begin in late October or early November.
- Practices will be held throughout the week with the exception of Wednesday and Sunday.
- Depending on gym availability will depend on the times of the practices. If playing at the middle schools or high schools, times will vary as we will work around the school basketball games/activities throughout the season.
- Before the game season begins, each team should have at least 2 practices each week. Coaches will have the opportunity to schedule additional practices if court time is available.
- All practices are held at Dublin Park and/or with the Madison City Schools.
- Developmental League (5 & 6 Year Olds) will begin in January and will end close the spring break. Detailed schedule will be sent to the players once we determine the number of teams in each league.
Regular Season Games
- Games are played throughout the week with the exception of Wednesdays and Sundays from November - February.
- All games are played in the Madison area at Dublin Park or at the Madison City Schools.
- 7U-10U - once the game season begins, each team will have at least 2 activities per week. This may be 1 practice, 1 game or 2 games.
- 12U-18U - Teams may be scheduled 2 -3 games per week due to the short time frame of the season for these older age groups. Coaches will have an opportunity to schedule additional practices during the week as well.
- DBL - games will be held in late February early March.
Since we are very dependent on the school gymnasiums, game times will vary as we will work around the school activities throughout the season.
Tournament Play - Tournament play for our league will be towards the end of January/first of February. At this time, it all depends on the number of teams and the number of hours we have access to our school gymnasiums.
Coaching Information
- In order to be considered for coaching, you must complete the Coaches Packet Online (under youth programs)
- Background Check Policy
- Additional forms may be required by the City of Madison.
The Madison Athletic Association
(MAA) invites you to join their association to improve the overall football program in Madison.
MAA is a volunteer, nonprofit organization committed to three basic objectives: Education over performance, Participation over competition and Safety
- Registration for football and cheerleading is usually held in May, June, and July for boys and girls between the ages of 5-12 years. MAA is affiliated with Tennessee Valley Youth Football League (TVYFL) within Madison County. All participants must have a physical prior to the beginning of practices.
- Football Divisions - Football divisions are based on ages with unlimited weight restrictions.
- Practices - Practices will begin in July.
- Regular Season Games - First games are set for August. Regular season is completed by the end of September / first of October with playoffs set to begin in mid October.
For more information about the MAA Football / Cheerleading program please visit the MAA website.
Madison Youth Football and Cheer
- Registration - Online Registration for the Madison Youth Football and Cheer (Madison YFC) usually begins in May and on-site registrations are normally held in April, May and June. The program is for children between the ages of 5-12 years.
- Age Information - Age is determined as of August 1 of the current year. Football divisions are based on ages with limited weight restrictions.
- Practices - Participants must have a physical prior to the beginning of practices. Practices will begin around mid July.
- Regular Season Games - The season will start in early August with regular games going through late November. All home games and practices will be held at the lower fields in Palmer Park.
- More Information
- For more information, please visit the Madison Youth Football and Cheer website.
WESTCO Fastpitch Softball
Girls between the ages of 6-14 years are invited and encouraged to the join the WESTCO Fastpitch Softball League.
- Registration - Registration is normally held in January / February
- Age for Play - Age is determined as of January 1 of the current year.
- Fees: 6 U - $75.00
8U - 12 U - $125.00
$10.00 Discount for additional girls in same household - Practices - Practices begin in late February / early March.
- Regular Season Games - Games are set to begin in April. The season continues through June. MSL will provide their players an opportunity to improve their skills during the fall season for September and October.
Most activities are held at the Westco Softball Complex located at Palmer Park. The Westco Softball Complex consists of softball fields, batting cages, concession stand, and parking.
More Information
For more information concerning WESTCO Fastpitch Softball, please visit the Westco website.
American Youth Soccer Organization
American Youth Soccer Organization’s (AYSO) mission is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs where everyone builds positive character through participation in a fun, family environment based on the AYSO philosophies:
- Everyone plays
- Balanced teams
- Positive coaching
- Open registration
- Good sportsmanship
- Player development
Registration - AYSO Region 498 fall soccer registration in usually held in May and June. Boys and Girls between the ages of 4-18 years are eligible to participate.
Age Information - Age is determined by August 1 of the current year.
Practices - Practice beings in early August.
Regular Season Games - The first soccer game is set for mid to late August. Tournaments are held in October and November.
Indoor Soccer
AYSO will have registration for indoor soccer in November and December with games set to begin in January. Indoor soccer season continues until mid March.
Spring Soccer Season
AYSO will have a spring soccer season which is usually from March – late May.
More Information
For more information concerning AYSO Region 498 Soccer, please visit the AYSO website.
Madison Dolphins Swim Team
The Madison Dolphins Swim Team is a summer recreation league with Madison Parks and Recreation Department and the Alabama Recreation and Parks Association. The Dolphins Swim Team has been a part of the Madison Community for over 30 years and continues to strive for the very best.
Registration / Try-Outs - Registration / Try-Outs for the team is usually held in May. All participants must attend an evaluation prior to being a part of the Dolphins Swim Team. Anyone new to the Madison Swim Team must be able to swim the length of a 25-yard pool.
Based on the swimmer’s age and ability level, the coach will assign the swimmer to either the Developmental Team or the Dolphins Competitive Swim Team. The team is for boys and girls between the ages of 6 to 18 years.
More Information - For more information about the Madison Dolphins Summer Swim Team, please visit the Dolphins website.
Madison Swim Association
The Madison Swim Association (MSA) is a USA Swim Team in the local swimming committee (LSC) of USA Swimming, Southeastern Swimming. The geographic territory of Southeastern Swimming, Inc. is:
- The State of Alabama, except the counties of Chamber and Russell
- The state of Tennessee
- The state of Florida, the counties of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Washington, Bay, and that portion of Jackson and Calhoun counties west of the Apalachicola River
MSA is located in Madison, Alabama.
MSA Coaches - All MSA Coaches are U.S. certified and are required to fulfill safety training requirements as established by the USA Swimming Board of Directors.
More Information
To learn more about the Madison Swim Association please visit the MSA website.
The City of Madison Parks and Recreation Department invites boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 18 to participate in a fun and instructional Youth Coed Volleyball League. The league's goal is to provide a positive learning environment for all players. The Spring League focuses on instruction and player development, while the Fall League focuses more on a competitive environment. Leagues will be offered for 10 an under, 13 and under and 18 and under.
Spring League
- Age Information - Age for play is determined as of March 1st of the current year.
- Registration Fees - $75.00
- Evaluations - Week of March 4th for all players
- Practices - Beginning March 25th and will be during the week
- Games - Played on Saturday's at Dublin Park and Madison Elementary School
- Tournament Play - The Spring Season will not have a tournament
- League Information - additional questions, please contact Eric Robinson (256) 772-6263
Online Registration - January 21, 2019 - February 22, 2019
A waiting list will begin at 12:01 am on Saturday, February 23, 2019 for players missing the deadline. If/When additional coaches register, we will bring players off of the waiting list.
Coaching Information
In order to be considered for coaching, you must complete the Online Registration for Coaching.
Background Check Policy
In addition to online registration, all coaches must submit the background check release form. Coaches will be contacted by the Program Assistant to complete form.
Youth Camps, Clinics and Programs
The City of Madison Parks and Recreation Department invites boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 18 to participated in a P.E. class for home school students to learn a variety of sports and games in an organized and fun environment. The class aims to create a space for home school students to come together and have a traditional P.E. experience.
- Age Information: Ages 5- 18 - Age is determined by the start date of the session
- Registration Fee: -$25.00 per child, per 8 week Session
- Class Times: Friday's - 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
- Sessions:
- Session 1 - August 10, 2018 - September 28, 2018
- Session 2 - Ocotber 5, 2018 - December 14, 2018
- Session 3 - January 11, 2019 - March 8, 2019
- Session 4 - March 15, 2019 - May 17, 2019
Online Registration - August 1, 2018 - April 27, 2018
Additional information and/or questions contact Eric Robinson (256) 772-6263
MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Competition
Overview
The Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit, and Run Competition is a skills program that provides boys and girls ages 7-14, the opportunity to showcase their pitching, hitting, and running abilities. The mission is to provide youngsters across the country the opportunity to participate, free of charge, in an exciting baseball skills competition.
Pitch, Hit, and Run is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the “fun” element of baseball and softball.
There are four levels of competition:
- Locals – March 1 – mid May
- Sectionals – mid May – early June (hosted by the City of Madison Recreation Department – location to be determined each year)
- Team Championships – Month of June (held at Turner Field in Atlanta Georgia)
- National Finals - July (usually held at the MLB All-Star Game)
To learn more about dates and times for local competitions, please contact Gayle Milam at (256) 772-9300 or email.
AYSO Soccer Camps
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Program Overview
The City of Madison Parks and Recreation Department will begin it's 7th year of the Summer Day Camp Program starting in May of 2019. This exciting program provides an opportunity for summer care for the children in the Madison area.
The Summer Day Program is for boys and girls that are currently attending in K - 6th grade for the 2018-2019 school year. Pre-K students will not qualify to attend.
Dates for the 2019 Summer Camp will be May 28 - August 2, 2019
Mission
The mission of the Madison Parks and Recreation Department Summer Camp Program is to provide a quality summer program for school age children in a social atmosphere to promote physical wellness, self expression and good sportsmanship through team and individual activities for the individuals participating in the program.
Goals
- Increase Social Skills with peers and adults
- Encourage participation and sense of belonging
- Acquire new interests and hobbies
- Gain an appreciation for the outdoors
- Develop skills to enhance the use of leisure time
- Make new friends
- Improve health and fitness through physical activities and recreation
- HAVE FUN
Activities
- Team Activities (kickball, soccer, basketball, disc golf, scavenger hunts, etc)
- Individual Activities (swimming, tennis, free play, dance, etc)
- Arts and Crafts
- Field Trips (bowling, movies and other possible trips)
- Special Guest Speakers
- Afternoon Snack
Registration Information - Registration will open at 8:00 am on Saturday, April 6, 2019. Registration will be ONLINE only.
To speed up the process, please click on the registration link and create your household. If you have issues with creating your household/account, please email Rectrac@madisonal.gov
Summer Day Camp Handbook will be posted at a later date
Dublin Tennis Center offers instructional programs, camp, clinics, and lessons for children and adults throughout the year. The Dublin Tennis Center is located at 8324 Madison Pike.
The Junior Tennis Program consists of five different levels and the Adult Instructional Program consists for four different levels.
Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced Player Camps for youth ages 4-18 are held each summer in the months of June and July. The Summer Session for the Adult Program is normally held in the months of July and August.
Mr. Willis Mbandi is the Head Tennis Pro and Director of Tennis. With a wide variety of techniques and strategies, Mr. Mbandi can begin working with beginner / novice players and experienced / talented players.
More Information
For additional information about tennis programs, camps, and clinics offered at the Dublin Tennis Center, please contact Willis at (256) 694-5720 or email.
Dublin Tennis Center
Dublin Tennis Center offers instructional programs, camp, clinics, and lessons for children and adults throughout the year. The Dublin Tennis Center is located at 8324 Madison Pike.
The Junior Tennis Program consists of five different levels and the Adult Instructional Program consists for four different levels.
Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced Player Camps for youth ages 4-18 are held each summer in the months of June and July. The Summer Session for the Adult Program is normally held in the months of July and August.
Mr. Willis Mbandi is the Head Tennis Pro and Director of Tennis. With a wide variety of techniques and strategies, Mr. Mbandi can begin working with beginner / novice players and experienced / talented players.
More Information
For additional information about tennis programs, camps, and clinics offered at the Dublin Tennis Center, please contact Willis at (256) 694-5720 or email.