To achieve our goals and objectives and operate a mission-oriented program, YMCA Youth Sports programs are designed to meet these specific program objectives applicable to all YMCA programs.

To Grow Personally. YMCA Youth Sports provide an excellent means of learning personal goal setting to develop a healthy self-image and increase self-esteem.

To Clarify Values. Values are basic beliefs about what is good or how people ought to live. They serve as guidelines for decision making and actions. YMCA Youth Sports emphasizes the value of learning and growing rather than winning by focusing on being "a winner in life" and putting winning or losing and personal success into proper perspective.

To Improve Personal and Family Relationships. Encouraging family participation in league events and providing resources for at-home activities enable YMCA Youth Sports programs to influence the entire family.

To Appreciate Diversity. YMCA Youth Sports programs bring together adults and children from a variety of economic levels, ethnic backgrounds, religions, neighborhoods, ages and skill levels in a team-oriented environment.

To Become Better Leaders and Supporters. YMCA Youth Sports provide numerous leadership opportunities for adults and youth while encouraging team work, a key factor in being a good supporter.

To Develop Specific Skills. Sport-Specific skills contribute to the overall development and coordination of children. Improvement in decision making, communication, cooperation, goal setting, and leadership skills is also part of YMCA Youth Sports.

To Have Fun. One of the most important aspects of YMCA Youth Sports is fun. If games and practice sessions are fun, children develop positive attitude toward physical activity and a healthy attitude toward competition.