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Lakewood Youth Sports offers a variety of sports opportunities throughout the year for boys and girls ages 4 to 17.
Participants register individually and are placed on teams organized at Lakewood parks. Teams are coached by volunteers, with an emphasis on participation, skill-building, sportsmanship and fun.
Coaches promise their support of sportsmanship and respect by signing the Coach’s Goals and Objectives pledge. The LYS ETHICS pledge encourages positive attitudes and behavior from parents to help create the right atmosphere for children’s sports.
Use the city’s Activities, Classes and Registration page to find current Youth Sports registration information, eCatalog instructions and registration help.
Find registration information
For questions or assistance with Youth Sports registration, contact Recreation and Community Services at AccessRecreation@lakewoodca.gov or call 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.
For accommodations for recreation programs, contact AccessRecreation@lakewoodca.gov. Additional assistance is available at ADACoordinator@lakewoodca.gov.
Baseball, softball and t-ball rules and equipment are modified to create ideal playing conditions for young players.
Registration: April 18-May 2, 2026
Season: June through mid-August
For current registration details, visit the Activities, Classes and Registration page or contact Recreation and Community Services.
Lakewood Youth Sports basketball games are played on outdoor courts at Lakewood parks with adjustable baskets and rule variations based on age divisions.
Registration: November 14-28, 2026
Season: January through mid-March
Flag football uses speed and agility with appropriate safety considerations for a fast game on a 60-yard field.
Registration: July 25-August 8, 2026
Season: Late September through early December
Lakewood Youth Sports volleyball games are played on outdoor and indoor courts.
Volleytennis is a fast-paced game played with a volleyball on a volleyball court with a tennis-height net.
Area sports organizations offer additional sports opportunities in and around Lakewood.
The City of Lakewood keeps a current contact list for these organizations. For current contact information, call Recreation and Community Services at 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.
Accessibility note: Championship brackets are currently being updated to improve accessibility. If you need help accessing bracket information, contact Recreation and Community Services at AccessRecreation@lakewoodca.gov or call 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.
Sign-up dates For current sign-up dates, contact Recreation and Community Services at AccessRecreation@lakewoodca.gov or call 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.
Volunteer coaches are a long-standing Lakewood tradition.
Learn about volunteer coaching