Decatur Family YMCA 

Coaching is a unique opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend far beyond the playing field. Our coaches provide a welcoming atmosphere, teach fundamentals of the game and promote the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork. Volunteer Coach Responsibilities: Instruct players in the fundamentals of Basketball while promoting good sportsmanship Hold team practices once per week and coach games Communicate with team members and parents Share praise and build confidence in young athletes Promote an inclusive and positive experience Live YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, & Responsibility Requirements: To ensure the safety of our youth and community, all volunteers must complete the following: Background Check Coach Code of Conduct Heads Up: Concussion for Youth Sports Youth and Teen Safety Policy Training (20-minute video) Youth and Teen Safety Policy Waiver Volunteer Waiver Season Dates: November 16th, 2026 – February 13th, 2027 One Practice and One Game Per Week Practices will be one hour on a week night Games will be on Saturdays starting Dec. 5 8-Week Season (with breaks for the holiday season) We appreciate your commitment to keeping our youth and teens safe and look forward to having you volunteer with us! Interested? Sign up today and help us empower the youth in our community!