Youth Sports programs at the Y help children to grow personally, develop leadership skills, and cultivate relationships while having fun.
Our sports programs include clinics, skill-building classes, and leagues as listed below. Participants are expected to follow the Safety Protocols listed at the bottom of this page.
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Youth Sports Programs Include:
Basketball – Skills, Drills & Games. McGaw Y basketball clinics teach young people the basics of the sport (shooting, dribbling, and passing) while also helping them stay active and build teamwork and leadership skills in a safe and clean environment.
Basketball – Leagues. McGaw Y basketball leagues combine fundamental skill drills and games, followed by round-robin style inter-squad scrimmages each night. Basketball fundamentals and the core values of sportsmanship, team play and leadership will be developed in a fun environment.
Flag Football – Skills, Drills & Games. Kids will develop skills in receiving, passing, and running, plus run fun defensive drills and scrimmages. Rules are modified for each age group.
Indoor Football – Skills, Drills & Games. McGaw Y football clinics teach young people the basics of the sport (receiving, passing, running and fun defensive drills) while also helping them stay active and build teamwork skills in a safe and clean environment. Scrimmaging will be limited indoors, but fun competitions will take place with modified rules for each age group.
Indoor Lacrosse Skills, Drills & Games. McGaw Lacrosse clinics teach young people the basics of the sport with an emphasis on teaching the skills of passing, catching, and cradling. Speed and agility will also be developed in a safe and fun learning environment.
Indoor Soccer. In this fun and engaging introduction to soccer, players will learn the fundamentals of passing, dribbling, stopping and scoring as well as goalie skills.
Lights Out Volleyball Clinic. A beginner’s volleyball clinic for youth in grades 2-5 to learn volleyball fundamentals, teamwork, and agility. Instruction is provided by Lights Out Volleyball in partnership with the McGaw Y, with a focus on the importance of movement and the fun of competition.
Sports of All Sorts. This class introduces kids to a variety of sports including soccer, basketball, t-ball, floor hockey, and more! Kids will stay active, develop basic skills for a variety of sports, and learn the benefits of teamwork in a safe and clean environment.
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Open Court
McGaw Y members of all ages are invited to drop in for Sebring-Lewis Center (SLC) Gym Open Court hours. Youth under the age of 11 must be accompanied by 1 adult member for Open Court.
There are also designated times for Youth Open Court (members between the ages of 11-14 or middle school students) and High School Open Court (members between the ages of 15-18 or high school students).
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For more information about youth sports programs, contact Greg Taylor at gregt@mcgawymca.org or 847-475-7400 ext. 245.
Sebring-Lewis Center Gym Safety Protocols
As of 7/1/2021
McGaw has put careful thought and planning into the return of our gym activities. Following guidance from the CDC, DCEO, and the City of Evanston Health Department, we’ve modified our gym policies, practices, and procedures to ensure a safe and fun experience for every participant to ensure everyone’s health and safety. Here’s what you can expect for your return to the Sebring-Lewis Center Gym:
- Masks required at all times for all staff and participants over the age of 2.
- Capacity is 30 members per court unless otherwise stated or determined by staff.
- Youth under the age of 11 must be accompanied by 1 adult member during Open Court times.
- Use of a personal ball is allowed; there will be balls and other gym equipment available for use.
- Make-up classes cannot be honored.
- No dunking permitted on the rims.
- A shirt and gym shoes must be worn on the court; no boots.
- No food permitted in the gym.
- Bring your own water bottle with a secure lid (water fountains will be available for bottle fill only).
- Disinfecting of high touch and common areas will take place throughout the day.
- All personal belongings must be placed in a locker.
Learn more about general McGaw’s safety protocols and what to do before your visit.