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The Youth Sports Complex located on the far side of the flight line by the FamCamp is also operated by the Youth Center. It consists of 3 lighted baseball/softball fields, 1 multi-purpose field and 2 lighted soccer fields. The complex also offers a full concession stand, a playground, and a pavilion.
Our philosophy and mission is to provide organized leagues as well as informal sports and fitness activities for youth ages 4-17. Our goal is to provide every participant an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of whatever particular sport they choose. We want to place the kids in a fun and learning environment that ranges from noncompetitive to low-key competitive for younger ages 4-10, and a normal competitive environment for ages 11-17.
Through this environment Shaw AFB Youth Programs strives to provide each youth with a means in which to develop desirable physical skills and to mature emotionally and socially. These skills are developed through interaction with other children, volunteer leaders, and our Youth Programs staff.
Shaw AFB Youth Programs has fully implemented the National Standards for Youth Sports and is in strict accordance and compliance with AFI 34-249 and AFMAN 34-804. Combined, these two instruments insure that every youth comes away from our program with a positive and rewarding experience.
The program's intent is not to develop the next professional athlete, but to teach all participants the fundamentals of a variety of games and to place an emphasis on participation and fun rather than a win at all cost mentality.
- Sports Schedule
- Seasonal Sports
| Month | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
February 1-26 |
Spring Baseball/Softball Registration | Youth Center |
| March | Coaches and Umpire Training | Youth Center |
| March | Baseball Parents Meeting | Youth Center Gym |
| March | Baseball practice begins | Youth Sports Complex |
| April | Baseball games begin | Youth Sports Complex |
| June | Extreme Sports Week | |
| June | Flag football/capture-the-flag | Youth Center |
| June | Hiking | Poinsett Park |
| June | Soccer/Baseball | Youth Sports Complex |
| June | Fishing | Wateree Recreation Area |
| June | Water Park | Ft. Jackson |
| July | Extreme Sports Week | Youth Sports Complex |
| August | Youth Soccer Camp | Youth Sports Complex |
| September | NFL Flag Football | Youth Sports Complex |
| September | Kick Start Soccer | Youth Sports Complex |
| October | Football Registration | Youth Center |
| October | Cheerleading Registration | Youth Center |
Please note: There will be no Youth Center scheduled practices during the Christmas holidays, however a coach may request gym time.
Schedules will be sent via email to coaches one week prior to practices and season games.
Dates are subject to change without notice. Call to confirm schedule 895-2251.
Contact the Youth Sports Director at 895-2251 for information on registration, and volunteer opportunities for coaching.
Baseball, Softball, and Tee Ball for ages 4 to 16 are offered in the spring.
Registration begins February 2 and ends February 27. Late registrations are not accepted after Feb. 27 unless you have just arrived at Shaw AFB. Once teams are assigned and uniforms ordered there are no further registrations accepted or refunds given. Practices begin in March and
the season will end in June. The registration fee covers the cost of the uniforms and umpires.
Soccer is held in the fall. Registration begins in July, practices
begin in August and the season will end in November.
Basketball and Cheerleading are offered in the winter.
Registration begins in October, practices begin in December and
the season will end in March.
Flag Football - usually in the winter but depends on number of requests.
Summer Sport Camps are offered weekly throughout the
summer. A variety of sports are offered such as soccer,
basketball, golf, tennis, volleyball, in-line hockey, archery and
others.
Volunteer Coaches are the backbone to the youth sports
program. If you love sports and enjoy children this is the job for
you! Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back to the Shaw
community.