Youth Sports

Mission Statement:

At Valpo Parks, our mission is to inspire and empower athletes of all ages and abilities through inclusive, recreational sports programs. We are committed to fostering personal growth, teamwork, and community spirit by providing engaging opportunities to learn, play, and thrive in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Guiding Principles:

1. Inclusivity: Every athlete deserves an equal opportunity to participate, grow, and succeed, regardless of their skill level.
2. Skill Development: Our focus is on fostering individual improvement and helping athletes build confidence through learning.
3. Teamwork Over Trophies: Winning is celebrated, but the priority is teaching the value of collaboration, respect, and sportsmanship.
4. Positive Coaching: Coaches are role models who encourage, inspire, and adapt to the unique needs of every participant.
5. Balanced Competition: We create a fun and friendly environment where competition enhances growth, not stress.

Thinking about coaching?

Valpo Parks Youth Sports programs are bursting with opportunities to get in the game and make a difference in the lives of our young athletes! Whether you’re ready to take the lead as a head coach or lend a helping hand in the dugout, there’s a spot waiting just for you!

We are looking for head coaches!  Please be sure to note it in your are registering your child if you or someone in your family is willing to be a head coach. Please note, it does not guarantee you will be selected as a coach. All head coaches who are selected will receive a full refund for their registration. Please take a moment to fill out the Coaching Application by clicking HERE.

*Coaches reserve the right to pick their own practice days based on the availability of the majority of the team. Once rosters are set and uniforms are ordered, we will not be able to move teams for any reason.

Are you ready to step off the sidelines and into a role that truly makes a difference? Join the Valpo Parks team by becoming an official for your favorite adult or youth sports! Whether you’re passionate about Adult and Youth Softball, Youth Soccer, Youth Baseball, Adult Volleyball, or Adult Hockey, this is your chance to join in on the action from behind the scenes.

Click the link below to fill out a general application or apply for open positions. Reach out to Madison Bell, our Recreation Superintendent, mbell@valpo.us—your journey to becoming a valued part of Valpo Parks starts here!

Open Job Postings

Youth Sports Refund Policy:

• To be eligible for a refund, cancellations must be requested a minimum of seven (7) days before the published registration deadline.
• Cancellations within seven (7) days of the registration deadline will not be refunded.
• Refunds will be distributed back to the participant through a check in the mail. This process takes 4 – 6 weeks.
  • A $15.00 service charge for processing all cancellations will apply unless the Valpo Parks and Recreation Department cancels a program due to low enrollment.