PLAY LIKE A PRO
YMCA THUNDER BASKETBALL LEAGUE – Led by passionate coaches, athletes learn more than just how to play; they develop confidence, leadership, and lifelong friendships. When you join a YMCA Thunder Basketball league, you’re part of a team that equips kids with the tools they need to succeed both on and off the court.
SUMMER SEASON
INFORMATION
The summer is a game-only league. There are no practices during the season.
REGISTRATION
EARLY
MARCH 18 – APRIL 20
FINAL
APRIL 21 – MAY 4*
*$25 more than early registration pricing.
LATE
AFTER MAY 4*
*$35 more than early registration pricing.
UNIFORM
YMCA Thunder Basketball Jersey
Early Registration
MARCH 18 – APRIL 20
DEVELOPMENTAL LEAGUE
HOUSEHOLD / INDIVIDUAL / NON-MEMBER
$10 / $85* / $110*
*Price may vary by location.
SPIRIT LEAGUE
HOUSEHOLD / INDIVIDUAL / NON-MEMBER
$40 / $125 / $150
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
HOUSEHOLD / INDIVIDUAL / NON-MEMBER
$10 / $65 / $85
KEY EVENTS
THIS SEASON*
REGISTRATION ENDS
Sunday, May 4
COACHES MEETING
Thursday, May 8
PARENTS CONTACTED BY COACH
By Thursday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m.
PRACTICES START
Week of Nov. 18 or Dec. 2
GAME SCHEDULES RELEASED
By Friday, May 16 at 6 p.m.
SEASON BEGINS
Weekend of June 9
WINTER BREAK
No games from Monday, Dec. 23 to Monday, Jan. 6
SEASON ENDS
Weekend of Aug. 3
*Dates may vary by location. Please check with your local Y to confirm.
WHY PLAY YMCA
THUNDER BASKETBALL?
YMCA Thunder Basketball League not only teaches technical skills, but it’s also an opportunity for kids to make new friends and just have fun!
DEVELOPMENTAL
LEAGUE
AGES 3 – 16
Our Developmental League has an emphasis on the development and understanding of the game of basketball. Officials will be more lenient and assist in teaching the rules during the game. The winter season consists of 8 games and summer season consists of 6 games. For ages 5 & up, our youth basketball league is gender specific. Age groups may be combined, depending on registration.
SPIRIT
LEAGUE
AGES 8 – 12
Our Spirit League has been developed for players and teams with advanced skills to play at the YMCA against competition of the same development. This league will be closely officiated by certified referees. The winter season consists of 8 games and summer season consists of 6 games. Both seasons include an end of season tournament. The Spirit League is open for children ages 8-12. This league is gender specific. Age groups may be combined, depending on registration.
CHAMPIONS
LEAGUE
17 and under; 18 and up
Our Champions League is designed for children and adults with impairments or disabilities. Guided by dedicated coaches, athletes of all abilities come together to experience the joy of basketball, fostering friendships and building confidence.
There are two divisions within the Champions League – 17 and under and 18 and up.
VOLUNTEER
By spending a couple hours each week with your team, you have the ability to make a lifelong impact on a child. Volunteer coaches at the Y instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend far beyond the playing field.
VISIT THE YMCA
THUNDER BASKETBALL STORE
Purchase a YMCA Thunder Basketball league reversible jersey for the upcoming season.
FAQs
Early registration ends April 20. You can save $25 by registering by then. Final registration will be from April 21 to May 4.
The locations below offer Developmental League:
Bethany YMCA
Chickasha Area YMCA
Earlywine Park YMCA
E.L. Gaylord Downtown YMCA
Great Plains Family YMCA
Guthrie YMCA
Midwest City YMCA
Mitch Park YMCA
Norman YMCA
North Side YMCA
Rankin YMCA
Rockwell Plaza YMCA
Stillwater YMCA
The locations below offer Spirit League:
Bethany YMCA
Chickasha Area YMCA
Earlywine Park YMCA
E.L. Gaylord Downtown YMCA
Great Plains Family YMCA
Guthrie YMCA
Midwest City YMCA
Mitch Park YMCA
Norman YMCA
North Side YMCA
Rankin YMCA
Rockwell Plaza YMCA
The locations below offer Champions League:
Mitch Park YMCA
Rankin YMCA
The Y encourages parents or guardians of athletes to volunteer as coaches. You can sign up as a coach during the registration process or by submitting an application through Volunteer Matters | Volunteer Registration (volunteermatters.org).
No, there are no practices during the summer season. These are game-only leagues.
Games are on Friday evenings, Saturdays, and/or Sunday afternoons. Game days vary depending on division and location.
There are six games in the summer season.
The schedule will be released by Friday, May 16 at 6 p.m. The season will begin the weekend of June 9 and end the weekend of Aug. 3.
Quickscores is your one-stop shop for sports information. On the site, you will find schedules, rules, contact information, maps, rosters and more. Click here to visit our quickscores page. We encourage parents and guardians to bookmark it for quick reference. The site will be updated as the season draws near.
No, you do not have to be a YMCA member to register, though household members do save around $100 per child each sports season.
In addition to the official jersey, we recommend non-marking athletic shoes, a basketball and shorts/athletic pants.
Yes, the jersey is a requirement to play in the YMCA Thunder Basketball League. The shorts are optional. If you purchased a jersey for the 2023-2024 season and it still fits your child, you do not need to buy a new one. You can pick up a jersey at your local Y or order online at ymcathunderbasketballleague.com.
Since we have no way to guarantee a uniform has not been worn, they are not refundable or returnable.
