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Community Sports Bulletin: Saratoga Springs Recreation Center

Winter Program Registration Information 

Facemasks are to be worn by everyone who enters the Recreation Facilities, regardless of vaccination status. Facemasks are to be worn appropriately (over the nose and mouth) at all times while inside a Recreation Facility unless players are unable to tolerate a face covering for physical activity (e.g. practicing, playing); provided, however, that coaches, trainers, and other individuals who are not directly engaged in physical activity are required to wear a face covering. Upon leaving the activity area for any reason, the facemask must again be appropriately worn. 

Tiny Basketball (Parent/Child Program) 

The Tiny B’Ball Co-Ed Program introduces participants to the fun and excitement of basketball through games and activities.

This program is for ages 3-5. Winter session is from Jan. 8 to Feb. 12, Saturdays from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the Rec Center. Fees per session are $55 for City residents and $65 for non-City residents. Fees after Jan. 3 are $80 for City residents and $90 for non-City residents. Participants need a mask, sneakers, and water. Coordinators are Wesley Clark and George Parker. 

Intro to Basketball

Intro Co-Ed Program teaches basketball fundamentals and introduces participants to team play in a fun and positive environment. 

This program is for grades K-1. Winter session is from Jan. 8 to Feb. 12, Saturdays from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Rec Center. Fees per session are $60 for City residents and $80 for non-City residents. Fees after Jan. 3 are $85 for City residents and $105 for non-City residents. Players will need a mask, sneakers, and water. Coordinators are Ron Lewis and Athena Ryan. 

Girls and Boys Basketball Leagues 

Girls and Boys Leagues focus on fun, team play and sportsmanship, as well as skills development. Please be sure you are committed to the program prior to signing up. If you drop out after teams are formed, it will affect the entire team. Players are placed on a team through a draft; no requests are allowed. Grade breakdowns below are preliminary; registration numbers will dictate grade alignment. 

Girls League: For grades 2-12. Runs Nov. 6 to Feb. 12, weeknights 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Rec Center; practices and games are scheduled in one-hour slots. Grades 2-3 are Mondays/Saturdays. Grades 4-5 are Thursdays/Saturdays. Grades 6-8 are Mondays/Saturdays. Grades 9-12 varies/Saturdays. Fees are $120 for City residents and $140 for non-City residents. Players will need a mask, sneakers, and water. Coordinators are Wes Clark and George Parker. 

Boys League: For grades 2-12. Runs from Nov. 6 to Feb. 12, weeknights 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Rec Center; practices and games are scheduled in one-hour slots. Grades 2-3 are Tuesdays/Saturdays. Grades 4-5 are Thursdays/Saturdays. Grades 6-8 are Wednesdays/Saturdays. Grades 9-12 varies/Saturdays. Fees are $120 for City residents and $140 for non-City residents. Players will need a mask, sneakers, and water. Coordinators are Wes Clark and George Parker. 

Volunteer Coaches Needed for Girls &  Boys Intro to Basketball Leagues 

Join the Rec Department courtside as a volunteer coach. Two volunteer coaches are needed per team. Volunteer coaches are reimbursed 50% of the registration fee at the end of the season for the child you coach. Coaches meeting for Intro is Thursday, Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Rec Center. 

Contact the Recreation Department at 518-587-3550 x2300 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions. 

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