The Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Department is opening registration for a youth basketball league for children between the ages of 7 and 12. The program is organized in partnership with Plymouth Parks and Recreation and is designed to help participants build basketball fundamentals while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
Children in the 7–8 age group will begin practices and games in December. For players in the 8–10 and 10–12 age brackets, practices will start in November, held once a week, with games beginning in December. All games will take place on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., according to the recreation department, cited by the City of Minnetonka.
The registration deadline for the league is October 10. Families can register online or by calling 952-939-8203 for more information. Scholarships are available for families with financial need, ensuring that cost does not prevent children from participating, as the department reports.
In addition to players, the program is also seeking volunteers to serve as coaches. Organizers emphasize that coaching experience is not required. Parent volunteers with a willingness to learn and support the youth program are encouraged to apply. Volunteer coaches will be responsible for leading teams during practices and games, helping young participants develop their skills, and reinforcing the values of teamwork and fair play.
According to program organizers, volunteers are considered essential to the league’s success, and their involvement plays a key role in building community engagement. Those interested in coaching can find additional details through the Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Department.
The basketball league offers young players the opportunity to stay active during the winter months while developing both athletic ability and social connections. Organizers highlight that the program’s goals extend beyond competition, aiming to create an environment where participants can learn the basics of basketball and enjoy the experience of being part of a team.
