Youth Sports

The philosophy behind the youth sports program is to provide an atmosphere that focuses on fun, opportunity, sportsmanship, and instruction. Sports can play a positive role in our children’s development, fostering physical skills, and emotional maturity. Children should have a place where they can have fun participating in organized activities in a healthy, safe environment. We strive to provide quality instruction in the fundamentals of the sport while emphasizing fun and sportsmanship over winning. By creating a positive experience for the children, we hope to encourage a lifetime of involvement. You can help. We need the cooperation and assistance of parents and coaches to promote and demonstrate these values.

Volunteer coaches play a vital role in sharing their passion for sports with kids in the community. In our youth sports programs, the focus goes beyond the scoreboard, emphasizing core values such as Sportsmanship, Opportunity, Fun, and Instruction. As a Champaign Park District coach, you’ll embody these values while creating a positive and encouraging environment for young athletes. Along the way, you'll stay active, have fun, and make a lasting impact on the kids you coach.