Youth Athletics
Bedford Parks and Recreation offers youth athletics leagues and programs throughout the year, including fall and spring soccer, winter basketball, and spring/summer youth baseball. We have also partnered with Rookie Sports Club, LLC to offer additional programs are we are working hard to enhance current offerings. See current youth athletics information below. Join the fun!
The Recreation Department relies on volunteer coaches at all levels to coordinate each team. If you or anyone you know is interested in coaching a youth sports team please indicate so at the time of registration or contact the Recreation Department at 440-735-6570. Interested volunteer coaches can also submit an email to recreation@bedfordoh.gov.
Volunteer coach applicants are required to complete a volunteer application, concussion certification, Lindsay’s Law compliance, and background check.
Spring Bearcat Youth Volleyball
Boys and girls grades 4-6. Six-weeks on Monday evenings beginning in April 3 through May 15. Participants will be assigned to groups based on age/enrollment. Program consists of instructional group practices and scrimmages in a clinic format, led by Rookie Sports Club LLC. Participants receive a T-shirt.
Location is Ellenwood Center Gymnasium
Fee: $55 Resident/$65 Non-Resident
Registration Deadline for Spring Volleyball - March 3
Late registration may be available.
Spring Bearcat Youth Soccer
Boys and girls ages 5-12. Eight-weeks on Saturdays beginning in April; weather permitting. Participants will be assigned to groups based on age/enrollment. Program consists of weekly (Saturday mornings or early afternoons) instructional group practices and scrimmages in a clinic format, led by Rookie Sports Club LLC. Participants receive a T-shirt. Participants must provide and wear their own shin guards. Soccer cleats are recommended.
Location is Bearcat Stadium or Hutchinson Field.
Fee: $55 Resident/$65 Non-Resident
Registration Deadline for Spring Soccer - March 3
Summer Bearcat Youth Baseball
Boys and Girls Ages 5-12
Weeknights beginning in June; weather permitting. Volunteers are needed to help coordinate each team. Practice may begin in late May or June and will be scheduled based on coaches availability. Participants receive a game shirt and hat. Every player should have a pair of white baseball pants and a mitt.
The number of registered participants at any age group will determine the program format. Games in some divisions may be played against teams in the Maple Heights Boys League in both City of Bedford parks and Stafford Park in Maple Heights. T-ball will likely be played fully in Bedford. In the event that participation numbers do not allow for multiple teams in each age group, the Parks & Recreation Department may run the program in a camp/clinic format with instruction from Rookie Sports Club, LLC.
DIVISIONS:
A player may not turn the next age prior to May 1. Divisions may vary based on registration. Days of the week may change at any time.
T-Ball - Ages 5-6
Monday/Wednesday evenings
8-10 game season
Coach Pitch - Ages 7-8
Tuesday/Thursday evenings
10-12 game season
Minor - Ages 9-10
Days of week TBD
Major - Ages 11-12
Days of week TBD
Boys and Girls ages 13-18
Weeknights beginning in June; weather permitting. Participants receive a game shirt and hat. Every player should have a pair of white baseball pants and a mitt. Practice will begin based on players' eligibility after the school season and the coaches availability. League selection will be determined by number of participants. Participant cost will be based on league registration fees. Teams may be entered into the City of Cleveland Division of Recreation Baseball League, for which there is no charge to participate.
All dates, times, fees, schedules subject to change. Age groups may be combined or program modified based on participation and other factors.
Questions? Call 440-735-6570
Fall Bearcat Youth Soccer
Boys & Girls Ages 5 to 12. Participants will be assigned to groups based on age/enrollment. Program consists of weekly (Saturday mornings or early afternoons) instructional group practices and scrimmages in a clinic format, led by Rookie Sports Club LLC. Participants receive a T-shirt. Participants must provide and wear their own shin guards. Soccer cleats are recommended. Location is Hutchinson Field, 350 W. Grace St. All dates, times, locations, fees subject to change. Program will begin early September, weather permitting.
Check back in Summer 2023 for Fall Soccer registration information.
Esports Leagues
Bedford Parks & Recreation offers E-Sports leagues for youth and adults. Check back soon for information on our next registration period.
Jr. Cavs Youth Basketball
Bear Cub Basketball
This is a 6-week instructional basketball program for children in Pre-K (must be 4 years old) and Kindergarten. Players are taught the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting; as well as, basic offense and defense. Players will then apply what they learned in fun, non-competitive games. Times may vary based on enrollment.
Grades 1-2
Players will participate in group instruction on Tuesdays and games on Thursdays. Players will be placed on teams based on skill levels. Games will played in a 5x5 format.
Grades 3-6
Players will participate in group instruction the first 3 weeks. Following group instruction players will be placed on teams based on skill levels. Players will then participate in a 6-week season in a 5x5 league format. Please note that special requests for team assignments will be limited.
Divisions may vary based on registration. Bear Cub Basketball will use a 7-foot basket. Grades 1-2 use an 8-foot basket. Grades 1-2 use a 27.5 sized basketball. Grades 3-6 use a 10-foot basket. Grades 3-6 use a 28.5 sized basketball.
The 2022-2023 Jr. Cavs Basketball program has concluded. Check back in fall 2023 for information on our 2023-2024 program.