UPWARD BASKETBALL
Mission Statement: Leveraging the game of basketball as a means to display the love of Jesus
Vision Statement: That every player develops athletically, mentally, socially, and spiritually
Core Values:
Have Fun
Make New Friends
Learn More about Jesus
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 SEASON BEGINS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 AT NOON.
New to Upward? Join the email list to receive information for the upcoming season.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR THE 2026 SEASON:
Registration: September 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Evaluation: October 4, 2025
First week of practices: January 4, 2026
First week of games: January 23 & 24, 2026
Mid-Season Celebration: February 18, 2026
5th – 6th Grade Tournament: March 15-17, 2026
Every athlete will have a one-hour practice for 10 weeks and a one-hour game for 8 weeks. Therefore, players will have 3 weeks of practice before games begin.
DIVISIONS
Our league is open for all boys and girls who will be in 1st-6th grade during the ’25-’26 school year. Leagues are divided between girls & boys.
VOLUNTEER
Upward thrives because of great volunteers and we need a lot of help to make this season the best it can be! If you would be willing to help during a time slot of game days this year in the concession stands or as an assistant referee, please sign up below.
If you have any questions please email us at upward@forumchristian.org.