YOUTH AND ADULT SPORTS
We offer a wide variety of sporting opportunities for youth and adults in our community: leagues, tournaments, clinics, and much more. For a full list of activities offered this season, check out the Citizen Brochure on our Activity Registration page. Our annual leagues and tournaments held throughout the year are listed below.
Accessibility
The City of Apache Junction welcomes participation by people with disabilities in all programs, sites, and facilities. For more information about accessibility contact us at 480-983-2181 or ajpr@apachejunctionaz.gov or visit www.apachejunctionaz.gov/ada.
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Youth Sports Programs
Our Youth Sports Leagues are designed for maximum fun, maximum participation in a recreational setting. These are a great way to start off young athletes. If your son or daughter is interested in a more competitive program, please call our office and we can refer you to a local agency. To learn more about our scholarship program and fee assistance programs for youth and families, please contact our office at 480-983-2181 or ajpr@apachejunctionaz.gov.
Wonder what our Youth Sports Leagues are like? Click here for our Youth Sports video.
Sports Coordinator: Gary Gartner (480) 474-5119 ggartner@apachejunctionaz.gov
ITTY BITTY OLYMPICS
2023: Saturday, March 25. Bring your little ones out to enjoy this fun filled morning competing for prizes in our modified Olympic style events. This event takes place on a Saturday in mid to late March at Flatiron Community Park for Boys & Girls ages 1-6. Click here for the Flyer. Only $5.00 / FREE for AJ residents if pre-registered. Online Registration. On-site registration will be accepted if space is available for $5.00 (cash only/exact change).
YOUTH SOCCER (ages 3-11)
Parent/Tot: ages 3-5yr & Leagues for ages: 4-5yr, 6-8yr & 8-11yr
Runs January and February / Youth Sports Video Volunteer to Coach: New Coach Application Returning Coach Form
2024 Program: Flyer Program Details/Information Online Registration
Parent Packet: Schedules & Rules: 4-5yr 6-8yr 8-11yr / Team Rosters: 4-5yr 6-8yr 8-11yr
YOUTH BASKETBALL (ages 3-11)
Parent/Tot ages 3-5 & Leagues for ages 6-8yr & 8-11yr
Runs June and July each year / Youth Sports Video Volunteer to Coach: New Coach Application Returning Coach Form
2023 Program: Flyer Program Info Online Registration
Parent Packet: Schedule & Rules: 6-8yr 8-11yr / Team Lists: 6-8yr 8-11yr
YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS
AJPR teams up with a variety of coaches to offer a variety of sports camps throughout the year.
2023 Summer Sports Camps: Flyer Map Online Registration
Challenger British Soccer Camps: Flyer click here to register.
YOUTH BASEBALL (ages 3-8)
Parent/Tot ages 3-5yr & Leagues for ages: 4-5yr (T-Ball) & 6-8yr (Coach Pitch)
Runs August and September each year. Youth Sports Video
Volunteer to Coach: New Coach Application Returning Coach Form
2023 Program: Flyer Program Info Online Registration
Parent Packet: Schedules & Rules: T-Ball Coach Pitch / Team Rosters: T-Ball Coach Pitch
YOUTH FLAG- FOOTBALL (ages 3-11)
Parent/Tot ages 3-5yr & Leagues for ages: 6-8yr & 8-11yr. Runs in November and December. Youth Sports Video Volunteer to Coach: New Coach Application Returning Coach Form
2023 Program: Flyer Program Details & Info Online Registration & search Football
Parent Packet: Schedules & Rules: 6-8yr 8-11yr / Team Lists: 6-8yr 8-11yr
ADULT SPORTS PROGRAMS
We offer a wide variety of leagues and tournaments for adults. For more information on these programs, please contact our office at 480-983-2181 or ajpr@apachejunctionaz.gov
Sports Coordinator: 480-474-5119 or ggartner@apachejunctionaz.gov
ADULT PICKLEBALL LEAGUES (Doubles/Thursdays)
SPRING LEAGUE - Registration closes January 30. Outdoor play @ Prospector Park.
What is Pickleball (Video) Click here to know your self-Rated skill level. USA Pickleball 2023 Rulebook
2023 Spring League: Schedule/Week 6 Results Tournament Bracket League Rules
*Lessons? Email ggartner@apachejunctionaz.gov or call 480-474-5119 if you would be interested in teaching pickleball lessons for beginner and/or intermediate levels.
ADULT CO-ED SOFTBALL LEAGUES (Tuesday Nights)
2023 SUMMER LEAGUE - Team Registration opens April 3 (8 team limit).
Games played at Prospector Park (3015 N. Idaho Rd)
*All bats must have ASA/USA Softball stamp and will need to have the RED 2023 AJPR sticker. Bat testing happens at the fields on game nights.
2023 Spring League: Schedule/Week 2 Results Team Packet/Rules Tournament Bracket
2023 Summer League: Flyer Online Registration Team Packet: Rules & Roster Schedule Tournament Bracket
ADULT GOLF LEAGUE (Tuesdays)
We offer two 13 week Adult Golf Leagues each year on Tuesdays at Apache Creek Golf Club. Summer League runs May, June, July and Winter League runs November, December, January.
2023 Summer League: Flyer Online Registration League Rules Contest Holes
Scores Points Tournament Results
ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE (5-on-5)
Runs March-May at the Multi-Generational Center 1035 N. Idaho Rd
2023 Spring League: (Team Registration opens in November) Flyer Team Packet/League Rules Online Registration
SHOOTOUT - PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT (Doubles)
2023 Tournament - Nov. 17 & 18: Flyer Details/Player Info Online Registration (both teammates must each register)
Completed Brackets: Friday Men's: / Friday Women's: / Saturday Mixed:
Tournament Sponsors: Apache Family Dentistry Armour Pickleball
On-Site Lunch/Concessions: Guy's Wiener Wagon
Prospector Park Pickleball Courts 3015 N. Idaho Rd
Registration opens late July.