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Be Part of a Proud Basketball Legacy at the YMCA!
Did you know basketball was invented at the YMCA? That legacy lives on today — and you can be part of it! This fall, the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is bringing together youth from across the region for an exciting season of basketball built on teamwork, growth, and community.We’re Calling All Volunteer Coaches – and That Means You!YMCA basketball is more than just a game — it’s a platform for developing young athletes in spirit, mind, and body. Volunteer coaches are the backbone of our program, and we’re looking for positive role models who are ready to inspire, teach, and support the next generation of players.
By coaching, you’ll help shape character, sportsmanship, and confidence in every child — while being part of a movement rooted in caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusion.
Training & Child Safety Requirements: To ensure a safe and meaningful experience for everyone, plan for approximately 4–6 hours of training before the season starts. All coaches must complete:
- A national SSN-based background check
- Online child abuse prevention & athlete protection training
- Online YMCA Coach Training
- Submission of 3 references
League Format:Practices held at your home YMCA branch starting the week of October 13thGames will be played on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday and rotate between YMCA Participating locations across the region Starting October 24th.Championship Day on Saturday December 20th, located at the UWM Sports Complex in Pontiac.
Participating Branches:Birmingham YMCA - BirminghamBoll YMCA – Downtown DetroitDownriver YMCA – SouthgateFarmington YMCA – Farmington HillsMacomb YMCA – Mount ClemensSouth Oakland YMCA – Royal Oak
Ready to Coach?Join us and help carry forward the YMCA’s legendary connection to basketball. Make an impact that lasts far beyond the season. Sign up today — and be a part of something bigger than basketball!
Age Category
All Ages
Location
Practices will be held at your local YMCA, Games will rotate between branches
Prerequisites
$0.00 Program Membership
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