Athletics
The benefits of participating in youth athletics go beyond physical health. Our programs develop more than skills—they develop character, learn sportsmanship, teamwork, and the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Your child will make new friends, learn new skills, and gain self-confidence while participating in fun athletics programs.
Current Youth Athletic Programs
Majestix Summer Field Hockey
Offering an exciting opportunity for young athletes to develop their skills and enjoy the sport in a fun, supportive environment. Experienced coaches provide training in fundamental techniques, game strategies, and teamwork. Participants will also benefit from engaging in physical fitness activities and building lasting friendships with fellow players.
Program Details
- Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 pm
- July 17-August 14
- Members $55 / Non-Members $65
- Ages 5-12
- Located at Purnell-Wrigley Field, 47 Mathews Ave, Waterville
New England Softball Showcase
Join us for the 2024 New England Softball Showcase August 4-6 at Maine’s Fenway!
Details:
- High school sophomores to rising seniors
- August 4-6
- $495.00/athlete
This showcase is an opportunity for high school athletes to perform in front of college coaches. Coaches will be provided with a list of athletes in attendance, along with their jersey numbers for recruitment purposes. All athletes will receive the following:
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overnight accommodations at Camp Tracy’s newly renovated cabins
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daily games and practices
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the opportunity to meet with college coaches
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custom number jerseys
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all meals provided
FMI, contact AYCC Athletic Director, Beth LaFountain – Email / 207-873-0684
List of colleges attending the NESS:
Central Maine Community College
Pee Wee Soccer
Introduce your child to the joy of soccer with our Pee Wee Soccer program, designed for young athletes. Our friendly volunteer coaches focus on fun and fundamentals, ensuring a positive and engaging experience for all participants.
Program Details
- Ages 3-7
- Program runs September 4-October 16
- Ages 3-5 – 5:00-5:45 pm
- Ages 5-7 – 6:00-6:45 pmWednesdays & Fridays at Purnell-Wrigley Field, 47 Mathews Avenue
Fees – the Pee Wee Soccer Program is part of the Pay-What-You-Can-Program. See information in the box below for details on this option.
Youth Cheering
Get ready to cheer your heart out with our Waterville Youth Cheering Program, where spirit and enthusiasm come to life. Our experienced coaches will help you master the basics, learn routines, build confidence, and make lasting friendships.
Program Details
- Grades 3-6
- Begins Sept 3
- Practices are 3x per week depending on coach availability
- Cheering for games on Sundays
Fees – the Youth Cheering Program is part of the Pay-What-You-Can-Program. See information in the box below for details on this option.
Youth Flag & Tackle Football
Join our Waterville Youth Football Program and experience the thrill of the game while building teamwork and leadership skills. Our dedicated volunteer coaches provide excellent training in a fun and supportive environment for players of all skill levels.
Program Details
- Flag Football
- Grades K & Pre-K
- Begins Sept 3
- Practices 3x per week TBD based on coach availability
- Grades K & Pre-K
- Tackle Football
- Grades 1 & 2, 3 & 4, and 5 & 6
- Begins August 12
- Practices 3x per week TBD based on coach availability
- Games on Sundays
- ALL GAMES & PRACTICES will be held at Reed Field, corner of Armory Road, and Drummond Avenue
Equipment Distribution Day – August 11 in AYCC Gym 3
- Grades 5 & 6 – 1:00 pm
- Grades 3 & 4 – 1:30 pm
- Grades 1 & 2 – 2:00 pm
Fees – the Youth Football Program is part of the Pay-What-You-Can-Program. See information in the box below for details on this option.
Youth Volleyball
Spike your way to success with our NEW Youth Volleyball Program, where players of all levels develop their skills and teamwork. Led by experienced coaches, our program emphasizes both fun and competitive play in a supportive environment.
Program Details
- Grades 4-8
- September 17-November 7
- Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:15 pm in the AYCC Gyms
Fees – the Youth Volleyball Program is part of the Pay-What-You-Can-Program. See information in the box below for details on this option.
DTB Summer Classic Tournaments
We are excited to partner with Dove Tail Bats to bring exciting tournaments to Maine’s only MLB replica fields, Maine’s Fenway and Purnell-Wrigley.
Find our tournament information on the DTB Tournaments page.
Pay-What-You-Can Program
The AYCC wants to ensure that the cost of the fee is not a barrier to playing recreational sports. The AYCC is offering a ‘pay-what-you-can’ payment model for various athletic programs. This means any youth can register for a variety of programs and pay what you can in increments of $10, ranging from $0 to $100.
The AYCC is committed to providing this opportunity to youth throughout the 2024-2025 athletic seasons and wants to see this model succeed but needs the community’s help to make it work.
It costs approximately $80 per child to run most programs, including sports supplies, t-shirts, staffing, utilities, support services, etc. The AYCC is asking those who can afford to do so to pay the $80 registration fee or consider paying more to offset the program costs of those who cannot afford to pay the $80 rate. Any individual registration fee paid above and beyond the $80 cost to operate the program will be considered a tax-deductible donation to the AYCC.
Pay What You Can Program is available on the following youth sports:
- Cal Ripken Youth Baseball (T-Ball, Rookies, Minors & Majors)
- USA Youth Softball (8U, 10U, and 12U)
- Recreational Youth Basketball
- Travel Youth Basketball
- Youth Cheering (Fall 2024)
- Youth Football (Fall 2024)
- Youth Volleyball (Fall 2024)
- Pee Wee Soccer (Fall 2024)
FMI: Email Athletics Team
Current Adult Athletic Programs
Adult Basketball
Over 35 Basketball
- Sept 24 – mid-May
- Sun 5:30 – 7:30 pm
- Drop-in only $8/adults or $5/seniors
Maine Basketball League
18 and older
Visit their website for details.
Adult Pick-Up Field Hockey
This adult program provides a casual and enjoyable way for players of all skill levels to stay active and engaged with the sport. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, improve fitness, and enjoy competitive yet friendly matches.
Program Details
- Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm
- July 17-August 14
- Ages 18+
- Located at Purnell-Wrigley Field, 47 Mathews Ave., Waterville
- $10.00/night per person
Adult Volleyball
Adult Volleyball League SPRING 2024
Pre-Season
- Tues & Thurs 7:00 – 9:00 pm
- February 13-22
- $8.00/day
League Play
- Tues & Thurs nights
- 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Gyms 2 & 3
- Feb 27-May 9
- Fee: $60.00 Members; $100.00 Non-Members
- Everyone must register as an AYCC Member or sign up for Community Memberships.
- Substitute players must register as a Community Member, receive scan tag and pay $8.00 fee per night.
Register for League Play online
Adult Pickleball
Morning Games in Gyms 2 & 3
- Monday – Friday
- 9:00am- 12:00pm – Gyms 2 & 3
- FREE with AYCC Membership
- Non-Member Drop In Fee
$8 Adults; $5 Seniors
Maine Majestix Adult Open Field Hockey Tournament
Get ready to lace up your cleats and join the excitement at our upcoming Maine Majestix Adult Open Field Hockey Tournament! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the game, compete against fellow enthusiasts in a thrilling showcase of skill and teamwork.
Details:
- Date – Sunday, August 11, 2024
- Location – Colby College
- Ages – 18+
- Abilities – all are welcome
- 7×7 games
- Approximately 3/4 field
- Max 12 people per team
- Top 4 teams make playoffs
Register by August 1 for only $350.00 per team!
Athletic Programs Not Currently In Session
Central Maine Youth Hockey Association
Central Maine Youth Hockey Association offers multi-level programs: Learn to Play, Learn to Skate, and the House Hockey program!
Learn to Skate & Learn to Play
- Session 1: Nov 5-Dec 17
- Session 2: Jan 7-Feb 18
Learn to Skate – Ages 2-14 – $xx/session per child
Learn to Play – Ages 2-1 – $xx/session per child
$xxx.00/Season per child
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6U Cross-Ice – Birth year 2017 or later
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8U Cross-Ice – Birth year 2015/2016
$xxx.00/Season per child
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10U – Birth year 2013/2014
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12U – Birth year 2011/2012
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14U – Birth year 2009/2010
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16U – Birth year 2007/2008
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18U – Birth year 2005/2006
Climbing Club
Get to ‘know the ropes’ as you challenge yourself and your friends on any of the four, 25’ indoor climbing lanes with over a hundred different combinations that can take you to the top! Safely learn basic and advanced climbing techniques, proper use and maintenance of ropes and safety equipment, belaying, climbing etiquette, and more.
Details
- Ages 8-17
- Limit of 10 students per session
- Wed from 5:00-6:00 pm
- Next Session
- Fall 2024
- Registration
- XX for current members & currently enrolled students
- XX for public & online
- Rates
- Members $XX.00
- Non-Members $XX.00
Maine Majestix Youth Field Hockey Clinics
Majestix is back with a Spring Field Hockey Clinic! In addition to Majestix Coaching, our neighbors from Colby College Field Hockey Coaching Staff and Team will be on hand to provide players with fantastic skills and drills!
Details
- Ages 5-12
- Sundays from 9:00-10:00 am
- March 24, April 7, 14, 21 & 28
- Clinic will take place in the AYCC’s gymnasiums
- Rates
- Members $60.00
- Non-Members $70.00
Pee Wee Soccer
Spring 2024!
- April 29-June 15
- Ages 3-7
- Location: Reed Field, 59 Drummond Ave., Waterville
- Monday practices 5:00-6:00 pm
- Saturday games: 8:00-9:00 am
- $xx.00 Members
- $xx.00 Non-Members
Recreation Basketball
- Co-Ed PreK & K (ages 4-6)
- Co-Ed Grades 1 & 2
- Grades 3/4 – Boys & Girls
- Grades 5/6 – Boys & Girls
Practices are once per week and begin November 2024
Saturday morning games begin Dec 2024
Pee Wee FUNdamentals
Ages 3 & 4
Tuesdays & Thursdays
November – December 2024
10:00-11:00 am in the AYCC’s Gym 1
Max of 15 youth
Softball Pitching Clinics
Program Details
- Grades 3-12
- March 10-May 26
- Two sessions offered each Sunday
- Sundays 1:00-2:00 pm
- Sundays 2:00-3:00 pm
- $XX.00 per session, per child
- Limit of 10 youth per hour
- AYCC’s gymnasiums
Travel Basketball
Grades 3-6 Boys & Girls Teams
Practices begin November 2024
Games begin November 2024
Practices once per week (according to Coach availability), and games on Saturdays with the occasional Sunday game.
Winter Cheering
Grades 3-6
Practices are once per week and begin November 2024
Saturday morning games begin Dec 2024
Youth Flag Football
Program Details:
- Participants: Boys & Girls in grades 3-8
- One game per week per team – no practices
- Games in the AYCC Gyms Wednesdays in February & March
- Feb 14, 21 & 28, and March 6 & 13
- Playoffs March 20
- Championships March 27
- Members $40.00 / Non-Members $55.00 (Financial Aid is available – see the Welcome Center)
Roster Information:
Players will be dispersed across the teams by age level. The only roster accommodations we will guarantee is the pairing of siblings and placing the Coach’s child on their own team. Accommodations based on coaching, or transportation may not be honored.
Registration is now full. Reach out to our Athletics Team for more info.
Open Gymnasium & Indoor Track
The AYCC is home to 3 half-court gymnasiums, two of which make up one regulation size court. We offer volleyball, pickleball, athletic programs including youth basketball programs, plus open gym. Due to internal programming and rentals, it’s best to call our Welcome Center before coming in for an open activity. They may be reached at 207-873-0684.
The Indoor Track is always open during business hours and is included in memberships.
Daily Guest Rates are $4/child, $8/adult, or $5/seniors.
Visit the Gym & Indoor Track webpage for specifics.
Equipment and Clothing Needs
The parents or guardian of any youth from the AYCC Burger-Roy After School Program, Preschool Program or North End Learning Center who need a basketball or related clothing can request them for free as part of the AYCC’s new Family Wellness Wraparound Program. This program, spearheaded by U.S. Congresswoman Chellie Pingree and made possible by Congressional funding, aims to improve the health, food security and well-being of Waterville families.
FMI: Email Chrissy Johnson
Volunteer or Officiate
The AYCC is always looking for talented, passionate volunteer coaches to share their sports passions with the youth in our area. We cannot do it without volunteers and youth can’t participate in games without officials!
If you’re interesting in coaching or in officiating with the AYCC, please reach out to our athletics team at 207-873-0684 or email athletics@clubaycc.org
Stay tuned for officiating clinics with the AYCC.
Volunteers are required to complete an AYCC volunteer application and pass a background check through the State of Maine DHHS. Find the application here.
LiveBarn
The AYCC offers LiveBarn service at the AYCC’s gymnasiums and at Purnell-Wrigley Field as a convenience for members. Subscription required to watch live games/activities.
Subscribers can “Watch Live & On Demand from anywhere, at any time, on any device from the world’s largest broadcaster of amateur sports.” Learn more!
Central Maine Youth Hockey Association
The AYCC has recently partnered with CMYHA in an effort to increase involvement in youth hockey with opportunities who have not played before to learn how to skate!
Facilities
AYCC 126 North Street, Waterville
Maine’s Fenway Camp Tracy Meadows, Oakland
Purnell-Wrigley Field 47 Mathews Ave, Waterville – Field Calendar
Reed Field Armory Rd, Waterville
Peters Field, Armory Rd, Waterville