Sports & Leagues

The North Port Parks & Recreation Department offers a variety of sporting options appropriate for all ages. For information on current or upcoming programs, download the Playbook or call 941-429-7275(PARK) and select option #4.

Intro to Sports

Is your child interested in sports but doesn't know which one they will enjoy? If so, this program is for them! One class per session will be dedicated to the basics of basketball, football, baseball, and soccer.  Pre-registration is required. 

Grade: K-5
Fee: $25

DAY DATE TIME LOCATION REGISTRATION
Wednesdays March 6-27, 2024 6-7 p.m. GMAC Registration link
Fridays Nov. 1-22, 2024 6-7 p.m. GMAC/LT/BP Coming Soon!

 

GMAC: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way
LT: Larry Thoenissen Athletic Fields, 1602 Kramer Way
BP: Butler Park, 6203 W. Price Blvd.

 

Table Tennis

Table tennis players of all skill levels are invited to this competitive setting to enhance their abilities. Beginners are encouraged and welcome to participate. Just drop in, borrow paddles and balls, or bring your own. Players meet at the Morgan Family Community Center on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. $3 for residents/$4 for non-residents. Program for ages 16+. No registration required!

 

Pickleball

A cross between badminton, tennis and ping pong; pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Offered on a drop-in basis. Availability may change due to programs or events.

Players meet at the George Mullen Activity Center on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. $3 for residents/$4 for non-residents/Free for members. Program for ages 16+. No registration required!

 

Proud host: Gulf Coast Games Qualifiers

Seniors, do you want to participate in the Gulf Coast Games for Life as part of the Florida Senior Games? The Gulf Coast Games Series is a multi-sport event program for adults ages 50 and over hosted throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties and leading up to the Florida Senior Games in December. North Port Parks & Recreation is hosting two qualifying events listed below. For more information or to register for these or other Gulf Coast Games events please visit SCgov.net

Saturday, Jan. 13, 8 a.m. / 5K race,  MFCC, 6207 W. Price Blvd.
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m. / Bag Toss (Cornhole),  MFCC, 6207 W. Price Blvd.
Thursday, Feb. 2, 9 a.m. / Archery, MFCC, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

 

Adult Basketball League

 Due to damage caused by Hurricane Ian, the gym at Morgan Family Community Center is currently closed for repairs.  Adult basketball leagues are suspended until further notice.

League programs are offered in the Fall and Spring of each year and open to players age 16 years and older. Games are played at the Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W Price Blvd., 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings. The team registration fee is $315 which consists of an 8-week regular season followed by single elimination playoffs.

Stay tuned for Fall information.

Check out the Schedule and Standings from last season.

 

Community Sports Connection

There are several different youth sports organizations within the City of North Port organization websites are maintained by its members and all contact information for each organization can be found on their individual website. The City does not maintain any of the outside organization's websites and is not responsible for any of the content.

For more information about individual local sport leagues, please visit their websites: