2025-2026 Rec Volleyball Information:

Important: A completed online pre-registration is required for participation! Spots are limited! Registration isn’t completed unless you receive a confirmation email.

5th-12th Grade Girls Evaluation and Sign-Ups:
Rec Evaluation Nights:
September 29: Middle School Evaluations
Last Names A-M: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Last Names N-Z: 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
September 30: High School Evaluations
All High Schoolers: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Registration Dates:
August 25: Registration Opens
September 26: Registration Closes
(Registration will close once full capacity is reached. If more capacity becomes available, then registration will open again, and close once capacity is reached. There will be no waitlist period for Rec League.)

Season Dates and Times:
October 13 - December 6
Practices and/or games are subject to be held on Monday, Tuesday, and/or Thursdays evenings between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Expected Saturday Event: December 6- End of Season Tournament

Location:
Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex - Lonsdale
1740 Texas Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921

Cost:
$35 Per Player (Online payments during initial registration in advance are HIGHLY preferred.)

Results:
Team placements from Rec Evaluations will be posted on our website by October 6. (All fully registered players are guaranteed a spot on a team. Evaluation Nights are used to help determine team placement.)

SERVING: Emerald Academy, Holston Middle, South-Doyle Middle, Vine Middle, and Whittle Springs Middle

REGISTRATION and FEE

• Begins August 1st

• Participation Fee: $50

EVALUATION TRYOUTS

• Week of August 11th

• STUDENTS WILL NEED TO COMPLETE EVALUATION TRYOUTS TO PARTICIPATE

• Each school will hold tryouts either at their respective school grounds or at Sansom Sports Complex (234 Dale Ave)

• Evaluation Tryouts will determine team/position placements. Our Area Sports/Recreation Directors will help plan and assist our Volunteer Coaches with Evaluation Tryouts

• Isaiah Gilmore: Whittle Springs Middle School

• Makaley Black: Emerald Academy

• Mykah Sheffield: South Doyle Middle School

• Victoria Griffin: Holston and Vine Middle School

PRACTICES

• First Practice: August 18th

• Each school will hold practices either at their respective school grounds or at Sansom Sports Complex (234 Dale Ave)

• Practice days and times will be determined by each school’s Area Sports/Recreation Director and Volunteer Coach

• NO SOCCER PRACTICES DURING FALL BREAK AND/OR SCHOOL BEING CLOSED

GAMES

• First Game: August 25th

• Games will be played at Sansom Sports Complex (234 Dale Ave) on Monday evenings

• NO SOCCER GAMES DURING FALL BREAK AND/OR SCHOOL BEING CLOSED

JOIN US!

July 22: Ages 8-9
July 23: Ages 10-12

Location:
Covenant Health Park
500 East Jackson Avenue

Camp Schedule:
11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Rotation of Stations (Including: Base Running, Defense, Hitting, Pitching)

12:00 P.M. - 12:30 P.M. Wiffle Ball Games

12:30 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Lunch and Player Q&A Sessions

Registration Details:
-Register June 13-July 13
-Limited availability: 100 spots per age group
-Camp is FREE & lunch is provided for campers
-Parents may stay and watch
-Each camper must bring own glove and bat, baseballs will be provided

Attendees can park in the Gold Lot (see map below)

Improve your soccer techniques and skills!

Who?
For boys and girls ages 4-11!

When?
July 21-23

Time?
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Where?
Sansom Sports Complex
234 Dale Ave., Knoxville, TN

Cost?
$35 per child

Registration Open Now! Click Below

What:
2nd Annual Summer Skills Wrestling Camp consists of receiving a T-shirt, instruction, competitions, and a pizza party! Cost is $25!

When:
July 14-17
6:00pm - 8:00pm (Doors Open at 5:30pm)

Who:
Open to boys, Rising 1st - Rising 8th Grades

Where:
New Hope Recreation Center
1905 McMinn Street
Knoxville, TN 37917

Contact: Kevin Tucker for more information: 865-270-0875

If you’re desired session is at full capacity, please email Danielle Quesinberry to be added to the waitlist. In your email, please include the following information: athlete’s first and last name, rising grade level, school, and residential address.

Who?
Rising 5th - Rising 12th Graders

When?
Tuesdays in July: 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, and 7/29

Where?
Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex - Lonsdale
1740 Texas Ave

The same schedule will take place each day:
5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. Serving / Passing
6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. Blocking / Floor Defense
7:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Setting / Attacking

Registration Opens: 6/5
Registration Closes: At Full Capacity or 7/29
Cost: $10 Per Session

(Sign up for one session each day or all 3 sessions each day while spots are available)

Online pre-registration is required for participation.

Questions: Contact Danielle Quesinberry, Volleyball Ministry Director

If you’re desired session is at full capacity, please email Danielle Quesinberry to be added to the waitlist. In your email, please include the following information: athlete’s first and last name, rising grade level, school, and residential address.

Improve your volleyball skills including serving, passing, attacking, setting, and more! Work with trainers to increase stamina, reaction time, and speed!

Location:
Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex - Lonsdale
1740 Texas Ave

When:
Mondays and Thursdays in July
(7/7, 7/10, 7/14, 7/17, 7/21, 7/24, and 7/28)

Times:
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. || Rising 5th - Rising 8th graders
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. || Rising 9th - Rising 12th graders

Registration: $35 a Person
Registration opens: 6/5/2025
Registration closes: At full capacity OR on 7/28/2025
Online pre-registration is REQUIRED for participation.

Questions: Contact Danielle Quesinberry, Volleyball Ministry Director

We have started a waitlist. To be added to it, please contact Eva Toler, Soccer Ministry Assistant Director of Coaching (DOC).

GROUPS
Micros: Pre-K – 1st Graders (4-6 year olds)
Littles: 2nd– 3rd Graders (7-8 year olds)
Bigs: 4th– 5th Graders (9-11 year olds)

REGISTRATION and FEE

• Begins July 7th

• $35

OPENING NIGHT (PARENT MEETING)

• August 28that 6pm at Sansom Sports Complex

PRACTICES

• BIGS AGE GROUP

  • First Practice: September 2nd

  • Tuesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

  • Sansom Sports Complex (Field 3)

• LITTLES AGE GROUP

  • First Practice: September 4th

  • Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

  • Sansom Sports Complex (Field 3)

• MICROS AGE GROUP

  • First Practice: September 4th

  • Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

  • Sansom Sports Complex (Field 3 / Pavilion)

GAMES

• First Game Night: September 5th

• Fridays 6:00pm-7:00pm

• Sansom Sports Complex (All Fields)

WHAT TO BRING

• Black Soccer Socks, Black Soccer Shorts, Shin Guards, Water Bottle, Soccer Ball

Registration Opens:
June 16
$50 Fee

Who:
Elementary - High School

Season:
August 26 - December 11

Practices:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 5:45 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.
** Practice times dependent on skill level. **

Location:
E.V. Davidson Community Center Pool
3124 Wilson Avenue

Contact:
Rebekah Fadeley

A 4 week session focusing on all aspects of the game of golf including, but not limited to, golf course etiquette, rules of golf, putting, chipping, pitching and full swing skills. Tailored for beginners with a desire to learn the game golf, a willingness to try something new, and a drive to push through adversity both on and off the golf course.

June 2025 Tuesday & Thursday
Week 1: June 3 and 5 - 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Week 2: June 10 and 12 - 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Week 3: June 17 - 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Range only (Off June 19th for Juneteenth)
Week 4: June 24 and 26 - 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Where:
The Barn at Beverly Short Course
5321 Beverly Park Circle
Knoxville, TN 37918

Who Can Attend:
Upcoming 6 -8 Graders

Questions? Contact Daniel Brooks

Registration Open May 1 - June 30

What:
Skill Development - Conditioning - Structured Play: 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, 5v5

Where:
Emerald Youth North Area Ministry Complex
1718 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917

Who:
Boys & Girls

When:
Every Tuesday and Thursday in June (Excluding June 19 in observation of Juneteenth)

6:00-7:00 p.m., 3rd-7th grade

7:00-8:00 p.m., 8th -12th grade

Admission:
$20 (Multi-Child Discount: $10 off) provides access to all sessions
ONLINE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT MUST BE COMPLETE BEFORE ARRIVAL

For more info: Contact Kevin Tucker: 865-270-0875

Who? Middle & High School Girls from:

Middle Schools:
Emerald Academy
Gresham
Holston
Northwest
South-Doyle
Vine
Whittle Springs

When?
Season is from June - July 25

Practices?
Practices and games on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Times are TBA.

Registration?
Cost: $35
Registration will close May 31

Contact:
Kaylin Chesney

High Schools:
Austin-East
Central
Fulton
South-Doyle
West

Season:
May 27 - July 31, 2025
Elementary - High School

Registration:
Opens March 1, Closes June 10
(Or until max capacity is reached)

Practice Times:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5:45 pm and 6:15 pm
Ed Cothren Pool / 1737 Reynolds Street

Wednesday Mornings 8:15 am
E.V. Davidson Community Center Pool / 3124 Wilson Ave

(Times based on skill level)

Contact:
Rebekah Fadeley - rfadeley@emeraldyouth.org

Who:
Middle and High School Athletes - All sports and skill levels welcome!
Adult training available only at Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex - Lonsdale

Where:
We offer Summer Performance Training at 2 locations this summer: (See schedules below)
1. Sansom Sports Complex (234 Dale Avenue)
2: Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex - Lonsdale (1740 Texas Avenue)

When:

Sansom Sports Complex Schedule: (Middle and High Athletes only)

• Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)

Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex - Lonsdale Schedule: (Middle and High Athletes and Adults)

• Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

Cost:
$10 Per Month

Contact Walter Swint for more information: 865.637.3227 ext. 175

It’s almost Summer Track time! The Emerald Force Track Club competes in regional AAU track & field meets, for ages 8 - 18.

$50 Development Division (4 Meet Guarantee)
$100 AAU Division (4 Meet Guarantee, including 2 Qualifier Meets)

Season:
May 12 - July 31

Practice Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays @ Austin-East High School: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

More Info:
Email Walter Swint

We have reached full capacity for the Spring 2025 season and our waiting list is full. Thank you for your interest!

** Emerald Force Academy League practices will now occur at the Sansom Sports Complex.
This move provides a centralized, accommodating space for all teams. **

Groups:
Bigs: 4th-5th Graders
Littles: 2nd-3rd Graders
Micros: Pre-K-1st Grade

Registration Opens: January 6th.

Opening Night (Parent Meeting): February 25 at 6 pm at Sansom Sport Complex (234 Dale Avenue).

Special Request for Accommodations (Coach or Player Pairing Requests sent via email to Soccer Ministry): Deadline will be February 18th, 2024

First Practice: March 3rd ⚽
Only the Bigs Age Group will practice on this date.

Second Practice: March 4th ⚽
Only the Bigs Age Group will practice on this date.

Third Practice: March 6th ⚽

First Game: March 7th 🥅
All age groups will play their first game at Sansom Sports Complex (234 Dale Ave.)

Practice Schedule:

Micros (Pre-K- 1st Grade): Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
Littles (2nd-3rd Grade): Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
Bigs (Ages 4th- 5th Grade): Mondays and Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
All practices will take place at Sansom Sports Complex, 234 Dale Avenue.

Game Schedule
Friday Evenings, 6:00 PM 🏆
All age groups will play at the same time across four different fields.
All games will be held at Sansom Sports Complex, 234 Dale Avenue.

What to Bring to Practices/Games
Soccer socks 🧦
Black soccer shorts 🩳
Shin guards 🦵
Soccer ball ⚽️

Your $35 registration fee includes a jersey and team photo.

Registration for our Middle School Boys Soccer League begins December 2024.

Evaluation Tryouts: February 11th-13th (See below for Evaluation Tryout Details)

Season begins February 25th, 2025; First game is March 3, 2025.

Practice Days: TBD

Game Days: Monday Evenings

Games will be played at Sansom Sports Complex, 234 Dale Avenue, on Monday evenings.

Each school will hold practices/tryouts either at their respective school grounds or at the Sansom Sports Complex during the week.

No soccer games or practices during Spring Break/and or school being closed.

Participation Fee: $49 / Included: Team jersey

Participating Schools: Emerald Academy, Vine Middle, South-Doyle Middle, Whittle Springs Middle, and Holston Middle.

Evaluation Tryout Details: Students will need to complete evaluation tryouts to participate. Purpose: Evaluation tryouts will determine team/position placements. Our Area Sports and Recreation Directors will help plan and assist with our Volunteer Coaches with Evaluation Tryouts. The area directors will be assisting the following schools:

Victoria Griffin: Holston and Vine Middle School
Isaiah Gilmore: Whittle Springs Middle School
Mykah Sheffield: South-Doyle Middle School
Makaley Black: Emerald Academy

We expect to serve nearly 400 city children and their families through the Emerald Youth Christmas Store.

The store gives parents of children connected to our ministry the opportunity to buy gifts at a deeply discounted rate.

You can help “stock the store” for our families by purchasing the gifts on our website!

We take care of the all the details, so it is HASSLE-FREE for you! Our Emerald Youth team of elves handles everything else!

Be part of our Fall 2024 swim team! Register Register here

Registration begins July 22, 2024.

First Practice: August 19th

Practices will be evenings on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

• 5:45-6:30 pm for Yellow team

• 6:15-8:00 pm for Green team

If you are unsure of your swimmer’s team, please first come to Yellow Team practice and a coach will evaluate and place your swimmer in the correct group.

If you have any questions or concerns, email Rebekah Fadeley at rfadeley@emeraldyouth.org.

🌟 Get Ready for Soccer Fun! 🌟

Hey there soccer superstars and awesome parents! 🌟 Are you ready to lace up your cleats and score some goals? We've got BIG news just for YOU!

📅 Dates: July 16th - 18th

🕒 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

📍 Where: Sansom Sports Complex, 234 Dale Ave, Knoxville, TN

Here's the Scoop: Cost $35

• 🔥 Hot Tips: It's gonna be sunny, so keep cool with some energy drinks with electrolytes! Don't forget your favorite snacks to keep you fueled up for all the soccer excitement!

• 👕 Awesome Gear: Your registration fee includes a super cool camp-shirt! Get ready to look the part and feel like a true soccer pro!

Who's Invited? Elementary Youth

• Spring Season Players: If you've been rocking it out on the field this spring, this camp is for YOU!

• Waitlist Wonderkids: Been patiently waiting to join the fun? Your time has come! Get ready to kick, score, and shine!

Why You Can't Miss This:

• 🎉 Loads of Fun: We've got games, drills, and activities that will keep you smiling and laughing all day long!

• ⚽ Volunteer Coaches: Our team of coaches is here to help you level up your game and become the best player you can be!

• 🤝 Make Friends: Soccer isn't just about winning games; it's about teamwork and making lifelong friends. Get ready to meet some awesome teammates!

So grab your gear, tell your friends, and get pumped for the soccer event of the summer! We can't wait to see you at Sansom Sports Complex for three days of non-stop fun!

Have any questions or need to secure your spot? Give us a shout at jhundley@emeraldyouth.org.

Let's kick it, score big, and have a blast together! 🚀⚽

Get Ready for Wrestling Camp

Date: July 15-18th

Cost: $20

Time:

Boys Rising 1st-5th: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Boys Rising 6th-8th: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Location:

New Hope Recreation Center

1905 McMinn St Knoxville, TN 37917

Wrestlers Will Receive:

• Daily Skill Instruction

• Competitions

• Pizza Party on the Last Day!

• Camp T-Shirt

What to Bring / What to Wear

• Water Bottle

• T-Shirt

• Athletic Shorts (NO Zippers)

• If you have wrestling shoes or head gear, feel free to bring them but not a requirement

• We will mostly be barefoot on the mats