Youth Sports in Sacramento
From City of Sacramento rec leagues and YMCA programs to AAU basketball, club soccer, free Junior Giants baseball, and adaptive sports — Sacramento County has a youth sports scene for every age, sport, skill level, and budget. Find the right fit for your family across the city, Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova, Arden-Arcade, and beyond.
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Sacramento Lacrosse Association
Sacramento Lacrosse Association (SLA) offers recreational youth lacrosse for boys and girls ages 5–14, with teams in Arden, East Sac, Land Park, Carmichael, and Rosemont.
First Tee – Greater Sacramento
First Tee – Greater Sacramento builds character and life skills in youth ages 7–18 through golf, operating year-round programs and a competitive Junior Tour at courses across the Sacramento region.
USTA Youth Tennis Sacramento
USTA Northern California youth tennis programs offer QuickStart tennis for beginners and competitive junior tennis pathways for kids ages 5–18 at Sacramento-area courts.
Sacramento Unified School District — Adapted PE & Sports
Sacramento Unified School District's Adapted Physical Education programs support youth with disabilities in accessing sport and physical activity through modified, inclusive programming.
Sacramento Challenger League Baseball
Challenger League provides an inclusive youth baseball experience for children and young adults with physical and developmental disabilities in the Sacramento area — everyone plays, everyone wins.
Sacramento Performance Volleyball Club
Sacramento Performance Volleyball Club (SPVC) provides competitive club volleyball for girls and boys across the Sacramento region, with 10+ years of youth development experience.
Sacramento Running Association Youth Programs
Sacramento Running Association (SRA) runs youth track & field events, fun runs, and youth development programs to get Sacramento kids active through running and athletics.
YMCA of Superior California — Youth Sports
The YMCA of Superior California runs youth sports leagues across Sacramento County including basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball, swim, and specialty camps for ages 3–17.
Sacramento Youth Football League (SYF)
Sacramento Youth Football League organizes youth tackle football for boys and girls ages 5–15 across Sacramento City with multiple division teams from different neighborhoods.
Sierra Football & Cheer League (SFC)
Sierra Football & Cheer League runs youth tackle football and cheerleading programs for ages 5–14 across Sacramento County, with multiple divisions and a strong feeder program tradition.
Sac Legends Basketball
Sac Legends is a nonprofit elite AAU youth basketball program for boys and girls in Sacramento, offering competitive travel basketball at multiple age levels.
Sac Town Ballers
Sac Town Ballers is a competitive AAU travel basketball program for boys and girls ages 5 through high school, based in North Natomas and serving the greater Sacramento area.
Cal Riptide Basketball (formerly Cal Red Raiders)
Cal Red Raiders is a premier AAU boys basketball club based in greater Sacramento, developing competitive players in grades 3–12 through elite coaching and tournament play.
Sacramento Metro Softball Association Youth
Youth fastpitch softball leagues for girls ages 6–18 across the Sacramento metro area, emphasizing skill development, sportsmanship, and competitive play.
Land Park Little League
Land Park Little League serves youth baseball and softball players ages 4–16 in South Sacramento and Land Park, with T-ball through Majors divisions and a strong community tradition.
RBI / Jr. RBI Sacramento (Boys & Girls Clubs)
Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) and Jr. RBI programs through Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento provide free and low-cost baseball and softball for urban youth ages 5–18.
Junior Giants (Sacramento)
Junior Giants is a free youth baseball and softball program for children ages 5–18, run by the San Francisco Giants Foundation with games at Land Park and other Sacramento venues.
Sacramento Republic FC Youth Academy
The Sacramento Republic FC Youth Academy offers elite competitive soccer training for ages 8–18, developing players through professional coaching in Sacramento's top soccer club environment.
East Sacramento Youth Soccer Club
East Sacramento Youth Soccer Club provides recreational and competitive youth soccer for ages 4–18 in the East Sac / Tahoe Park / Elmhurst neighborhoods.
Arden Park Soccer Club
Arden Park Soccer Club offers youth recreational and developmental soccer for ages 4–18 in the greater Sacramento area, with seasonal leagues and a strong community focus.
River City Youth Soccer League (RCYSL)
RCYSL is a large umbrella recreational soccer league serving Sacramento County with multiple neighborhood clubs — one of the largest youth soccer organizations in the region.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento — Sports League
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento provide structured sports programs including basketball leagues, RBI/Jr. RBI baseball, and multi-sport recreational activities for youth ages 6–18.
i9 Sports Sacramento
i9 Sports runs youth leagues for soccer, flag football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and more across Sacramento — emphasizing fun, life skills, and positive coaching.
City of Sacramento Youth Swim Team
Recreational swim team leagues for youth ages 6–18 competing at city pools across Sacramento during summer — casual competition with a fun team atmosphere.
Sacramento Junior Lifeguard Program
Summer aquatics and junior lifeguard training program for youth ages 11–16 at City of Sacramento outdoor pools, combining swim fitness, water safety, and lifesaving skills.
City of Sacramento Youth Volleyball
Spring indoor youth volleyball leagues and clinics for girls and boys ages 8–17 at Sacramento recreation centers.
City of Sacramento Youth Flag Football
Fall flag football leagues for kids ages 6–14 run by Sacramento Parks & Recreation at city fields — safe, non-contact, and open to all skill levels.
City of Sacramento Youth Basketball
City-run indoor youth basketball leagues for boys and girls ages 7–17, played at Sacramento recreation centers during fall and winter seasons.
City of Sacramento Youth Soccer League
The City of Sacramento Parks, Recreation & Community Services runs youth soccer leagues for kids ages 5–14 at parks across the city, with affordable seasonal registration and a fun-first approach.
Youth Sports in Sacramento
Sacramento County is one of California's most vibrant youth sports regions. The City of Sacramento Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) runs affordable seasonal leagues — flag football in fall, basketball in winter, and soccer and volleyball in spring — at recreation centers and parks across the city from Land Park to Natomas, Oak Park to Arden-Arcade. Most city programs are low-cost with scholarship options available.
Beyond city programs, the YMCA of Superior California serves thousands of Sacramento County youth ages 3–17 across multiple branches. Free and low-cost programs like Junior Giants baseball at William Land Park and RBI/Jr. RBI through Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento provide access for families regardless of income. Multi-sport providers like i9 Sports run year-round Saturday leagues across Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, and Folsom. For competitive athletes, Sacramento boasts elite pathways from Sacramento Republic FC Youth Academy to premier AAU basketball clubs like Cal Red Raiders and Sacramento Legends.
🆓 Free & Low-Cost Programs
Sacramento has a strong tradition of free and accessible youth sports. Junior Giants baseball, RBI programs through Boys & Girls Clubs, and Sacramento Challenger League for adaptive athletes all provide no-cost access. Many City programs offer fee waivers for qualifying families.
♿ Adaptive Youth Sports
Adaptive and inclusive programs serve Sacramento County youth through the Challenger League baseball program, SUSD Adapted PE, and YMCA inclusive sports initiatives. All children deserve access to sport and community.