Best Fall Sports Leagues For Kids In Charlotte
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Boys and girls ages 6-18 are welcome to join the Youth Disc Golf program in the fall at disc golf courses throughout the Charlotte Mecklenburg Park system. In the past, the league has played at Elon Park and Reedy Creek Park. The league is organized by age: 6-12 year olds play nine holes, while the 13-18 year olds play 18 holes. After the regular season, there's a countywide tournament that all of the league members will be eligible to join. Even better, the kids can practice free of charge at the disc golf courses.
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Boys ages 5-13 are welcome in the Pop Warner Little Panthers League. Younger boys can join the Tiny-Mite division where there are no scores and no standings. The next group up is the Mitey-Mite division that focuses on instruction. There are three competitive divisions for boys ages 8-13. Within the age groups, the boys are divided by weight requirements. To participate in the league, the boys must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 (70%) grade point average.
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It's been 40 years since the Charlotte Junior Soccer Foundation, Inc. began offering recreational soccer to Charlotte's youth. It anticipates over 2,000 participants this fall to take advantage of the fabulous program. Teams are created by age and skill to permit balanced games and to allow everyone an opportunity to participate. The focus here is on teaching soccer skills, developing teamwork and creating a fun, healthy atmosphere for all participants. The teams play throughout the Charlotte area and there are teams for both boys and girls ages 4-18.
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The Dilworth neighborhood offers two different baseball leagues. For ages 5-12, there is Little League, and for 13-18 year olds, they can join Babe Ruth League Baseball. This Dilworth organization has been up and running for over 60 years. To be a part of this league, your child needs to live in the confines of the neighborhood or attend a school within the neighborhood. Membership in the Babe Ruth League does not require a player evaluation and newcomers are welcome. Players can play on both their school team and in the league as the schedule does not conflict. Five and six year olds without prior experience are welcome to join the tee ball league.
www.palcharlotte.org
This non-profit organization provides safe training for boys and girls ages 10-21. Boxing is a great way to develop skills, self-confidence and strength. The coaching staff is made up of members of USA Boxing. The staff keeps watch over the kid's academics, behavior and appearance. Training and competing at PAL will help your children develop a commitment to physical fitness.
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