2024-Fall-Guide

YOUTH SPORTS

Sports AFFILIATES DOWNERS GROVE YOUTH BASEBALL (DGYB) Traditional recreational focused baseball. All players ages six to 16. Spring, summer and fall leagues. Babe Ruth League plays ages 13 to 16. Chicago White Sox sponsored uniforms. Pre-season indoor camp offering. For information, visit dgyb.org or email info@dgyb.org. PANTHER JUNIOR FOOTBALL AND CHEER ASSOCIATION The Panther Jr. Football and Cheer Association is a program committed to teaching quality football and cheer for the youth of Downers Grove and neighboring communities. For information, call 630.375.7730 or visit pantherjrfootball.org. D.O.L.L.S. - DOWNERS OWN LITTLE LASSIES SOFTBALL The D.O.L.L.S. fast-pitch softball program provides teams for girls from kindergarten to 18 years of age, with levels of play ranging from recreational to highly competitive. It is open to ages 6 to 14 (but not yet entering high school). For information, visit dgdolls.com.

SPARTZ SPORTZ MONDAY MADNESS

Schools out early on Mondays which means basketball is in session! Skills, drills and live competition run by World Renowned Spartz Sportz Certified Basketball Skills Trainers! Don’t waste a single rep and accept the challenge every Monday that includes ball handling, passing, shooting, and live play. This one-hour high energy workout will keep your skills sharp and build unwavering confidence in your game. Age: 7-13 Min/Max: 8/40 R/NR: $120/$150 Location: Downers Grove Recreation Center Instructor: Spartz Sportz Class # Date Day Time 4396F63-01 9/9 - 9/30 M 2:30-3:30pm

4396F63-02 10/7 - 10/28

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2:30-3:30pm

4396F63-03 11/4 - 11/25

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2:30-3:30pm

YOUTH PICKLEBALL LESSONS

Ready to try the fastest growing sport in America? Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. Pickleball can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels and is a fantastic hobby for young players for the same reason it is great for adults. The nature of the game is a strong equalizer from a skill-based perspective. We will cover pickleball basics such as grip, forehand, backhand and dink shots, serving, and court positioning. Players will also learn scoring and pickleball rules as well as have plenty of time for game play. Equipment will be provided. Bring a labeled water bottle.

Age: 8-12 Min/Max: 6/16 R/NR: $74/$104 Location: Downers Grove Recreation Center Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Class # Date Day Time 4396C03-01 9/12 - 10/24 TH

DOWNERS GROVE ROADRUNNERS SOCCER CLUB

4:15-5:00pm

4396C03-02 10/31 - 12/19

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4:15-5:00pm

Roadrunners has a staff of professional, licensed coaches who follow training outlined by the US Soccer Federation’s National Curriculum. A travel soccer club for boys and girls ages 4 to 18 that competes against other Chicago area competitive teams including some of the top teams in the state. For information, call 630.619.5133 or visit roadrunnersc.com. 25