Contact
Registration
There are several ways to register for programs and activities.
- Office - Stop by the Paducah Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue to register with cash, check, or debit/credit card.
- Phone - Call the Parks office at 270-444-8508 to register using a credit card.
- Mail - Download the Registration Form and mail to Parks and Recreation with a payment in the form of a check.
- Online - A credit/debit card is required for online registration for an activity, reserve a shelter or to reserve ballfields. The online registration links allows for the viewing of programs, facilities, and activities. An account is required to register.
Youth Sports Leagues and Activities
- Rules of Conduct
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The City of Paducah takes pride in its parks and has enacted the Rules of Conduct (Chapter 70 Paducah Code of Ordinances) for residents and visitors as they enjoy Paducah's parks and facilities.
Sportsmanship – All players, coaches and spectators are required to display good sportsmanship before, during and after all games on and off the court/field while at Paducah Parks and Recreation activities. Players, coaches, and spectators not displaying good sportsmanship may be ejected or suspended as determined by the Paducah Parks and Recreation staff in accordance with the Parks Behavior Policy.
Behavior Policy - Paducah Parks and Recreation under no circumstance will tolerate verbal and/or physical abuse of any staff member, umpire/referee, or program participant. The penalties for any of the above behaviors are strict and strongly enforced. First time offenders may be suspended for a minimum of 1-year from all Parks and Recreation programming. It is our mission that all participants as well as employees feel safe and are protected from any type of abuse.
- 3 on 3 Youth Basketball Tournament
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Paducah Parks & Recreation is hosting a one day Youth 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Paducah Recreation Center.
There will be four divisions: 2nd & 3rd grade coed, 4th & 5th grade coed, and 6th through 8th grade with a girls division and a boys division.
Cost is $40 (tax included) per team. Each team must consist of three or four players and a coach. There are no limits on gender ratios. Games will be officiated and played on a half court with a two-game guarantee. Trophies will be handed out to first place finishers.
Register by March 19 by stopping by the Paducah Parks and Recreation office at 2701 Park Avenue, calling 270-444-8508, or registering online.
- Fall Ball Youth League
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Fall Ball Youth League
Paducah Parks & Recreation is not offering a Fall Ball Youth League in 2026 due to the opening of Paducah Sports Park by CFSB. Please check out their website for additional information on baseball and softball leagues.
- Flag Football
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Flag Football
Paducah Parks & Recreation will not be offering Flag Football in spring 2027. We would encourage you to contact Paducah Sports Park by CFSB to learn about their flag football programs.
- Paducah Chiefs Little League
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Paducah Parks & Recreation will not be offering Paducah Chiefs Little League in spring of 2027. We would encourage you to contact Paducah Sports Park by CFSB to learn about their baseball, softball, and tee ball programs.
- Pickleball - Teen
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Have you wanted to learn how to play pickleball? The Pickleball Teen 101 Clinic a free clinic for teens ages 13 through 18. The clinic dates are July 15 and July 22 from 9 until 10 a.m.
The clinics will be held at the Noble Park Pickleball Courts.
The clinics are free, but space is limited. The deadline to register is July 9, 2026. Register by calling 270-444-8508, visiting the Parks and Recreation office at 2701 Park Avenue (inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center), or online.
- REC Way Basketball
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REC Way Basketball Information
REC Way Basketball is a non-competitive basketball league for boys and girls from K through 5th Grade. Practices and games are held at the Paducah Recreation Center at 1527 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The goals of REC Way Basketball are to teach kids the basic fundamentals, skills, and rules of basketball. Games are in January and February on Saturdays for students in kindergarten through 5th grade. Weekly practices will be held in addition to games.
Grades and genders may be combined to form divisions based on registration numbers.
Players should wear their own shorts, tennis shoes, and bring a water bottle. The league will provide t-shirt uniforms, basketballs, and all other equipment needed for games and practices.
We also offer Tiny Tot Basketball for youth ages 3-5 who are not in kindergarten.
Coaches are volunteers so we ask all parents to consider helping to coach.
2026-2027 Season Dates and Information
- Registration: Register online, in person at the Paducah Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue, or call 270-444-8508.
- Registration Deadline: December 17.
- Fee: $55 (tax included) for K-5th | A 10% multi-child discount is available.
- Clinic: Saturday, December 12. K & 1st Grade: 9 - 9:45 A.M. 2nd & 3rd Grade: 10 - 10:45 A.M. 4th & 5th Grade: 11 - 11:45 A.M. The clinic's goals are instruction, motivation, and lots of excitement to start the season on the right foot.
- Weekly Practices Begin: January 4-7, 2027.
- Games Schedule: Participants will have one practice per week with one game on Saturdays. Games are on the following dates: January 16, 23, and 30 and and February 6, 13, and 20.
Rules
Schedule
K-1st Grade Schedule2nd-3rd Grade Schedule4th-5th Grade ScheduleSponsorship Opportunities
$200 Team Sponsorship – Team sponsorship includes logo on back of every players uniform. Recognition on social media and website. Recognition on “Thank You to Sponsors Sign” at Paducah Recreation Center. Proceeds help purchase team equipment and apparel for every player on team.For more information or to confirm your desire to be a sponsor with REC Way Basketball via cash or check, please email Assistant Director of Recreation Taylor Morsching or call 270-444-1331. Click here if you are ready to sponsor via a credit card.Donations, Volunteerism, or In-Kind Support – Small monetary donations, equipment donations, volunteerism, or in-kind support are always appreciated. Please contact us if you are interested in contributing in this manner.Contact Taylor Morsching at 270-444-1331 or tmorschingpaducahky.gov(link sends e-mail) to discuss sponsorship opportunities with REC Way Basketball. - Tiny Tot Basketball
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What is Tiny Tot Basketball?
Tiny Tot Basketball is a non-competitive league for children ages 3 - 5 who are not yet enrolled in kindergarten. This league focuses on teaching the basics of basketball: dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense.
2026 Tiny Tot Basketball
Tiny Tot Basketball will meet on Monday or Tuesday evenings in November and December. Monday dates are November 16, 23, 30 and December 7. Tuesday dates are November 17 and 24 and December 1 and 8. Each participant will play one night per week.
Each night will consist of a 25 minute practice followed by a 25 minute game. Start times are 5:30 pm or 6:30 pm. We ask all parents to consider volunteering to help coach. T-shirts will be provided for practice/games. Players should wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.
Cost is $35 (tax included). A 10% multi-child discount is available. Registration is from September 14 through November 3. Register by phone at 270-444-8508, online, or at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue.
Sponsorship Opportunities
$200 Team Sponsorship – Team sponsorship includes logo on back of every players uniform. Recognition on social media and website. Recognition on “Thank You to Sponsors Sign” at Paducah Recreation Center. Proceeds help purchase team equipment and apparel for every player on team.For more information or to confirm your desire to be a sponsor with Tiny Tot Basketball via cash or check, please email Assistant Director of Recreation Taylor Morsching or call 270-444-1331. Click here if you are ready to sponsor via a credit card. - Tiny Tot Soccer
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Tiny Tot Soccer
Paducah Parks & Recreation will not be offering Tiny Tot Soccer in spring 2027. We would encourage you to contact Paducah Sports Park by CFSB to learn about their soccer programs.
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- Youth Cheerleading
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2026-2027 Youth Cheerleading
Youth Cheerleading is a recreational cheer program for girls and boys in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. This program focuses on sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive cheering. We will not be teaching stunting or tumbling.
Each week there will be an evening practice with practices beginning the first week of January 2027. Cheerleaders will cheer at REC Way Basketball games on the following Saturdays: January 16, 23, and 30 and February 6, 13, and 20. T-shirts, shorts, and Pom Poms will be provided. Cost is $40.
The registration period is from September 14 through December 17. Register by phone at 270-444-8508, online, or at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue.
- Youth Golf Academy
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Paducah Parks & Recreation will hold a four-week Youth Golf Academy for ages 10-15 on Wednesday evenings from September 2 through 23, 2026. Cost is $50 (tax included) per player. Each lesson will cover a specific golf skill including drivers, irons, wedges, putting, and golf course etiquette. This Academy is for players of all skill levels. Players can bring their own clubs; however, clubs are available, too. There will be special guest instructors featuring top players from the area and PGA professionals.
The Academy for players ages 10 through 12 will be from 5:30 until 6:30 p.m. Players ages 13 through 15 will have their academy from 6:45 until 7:45 p.m. The Youth Golf Academy will be held at The Golf Complex located at 5980 U.S.60 West.
September 2 - Long Ball Laboratory
September 9 - Wedge Wizardry
September 16 - Master of the Green
September 23 - Links Legend Skills ChallengeRegister by phone at 270-444-8508, online, or at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue.
- Youth Tennis
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2026 Junior Tennis Clinics
Junior Tennis Clinics are offered by a partnership between Paducah Tennis Association & Paducah Parks & Recreation at the Noble Park Tennis Courts in spring and fall. This is for kids ages 5-14 and open to all ability levels. Tennis balls and nets are provided but we ask that participants bring their own rackets. Pre-register by phone at 270-444-8508, online, or at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue.
August
Junior Tennis Clinics has three sessions in August and will meet on Sunday August 16, 23, & 30. Ages 5-7 are from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Ages 8-14 are from 2:00pm - 3:30pm. The lessons will be at the Noble Park Tennis Courts. The cost is $50 + tax. Spots are limited so we recommend registering by Thursday August 13. Clinics are ran by Paducah Tennis Association.
September
Junior Tennis Clinics has three sessions in September and will meet on Sunday September 13, 20 & 27. Ages 5-7 are from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Ages 8-14 are from 2:00pm - 3:30pm. The lessons will be at the Noble Park Tennis Courts. The cost is $50 + tax. Spots are limited so we recommend registering by Thursday, September 10. Clinics are ran by Paducah Tennis Association.
2026 Tennis Carnival
Join in a morning of tennis fun! Paducah Parks & Recreation is hosting a Kids Tennis Carnival on Tuesday, June 30 at the Noble Park Tennis Courts.
Ages 5-8 | 8:30-9:20 a.m.
Ages 9-14 | 9:30-10:20 a.m.This Tennis Carnival is a FREE event for boys and girls of all playing abilities. A variety of activities and games testing your tennis skills will be part of the fun as well as special prizes and treats. Advanced registration is not required. Free to participate with registration on site at the event.
Youth Tennis at the Paducah Recreation Center - January/February/March 2026
The Paducah Tennis Association and Paducah Parks & Recreation are offering Youth Tennis at the Paducah Recreation Center located at 1527 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. This is for kids ages 5-10 and open to all ability levels. Tennis balls and nets are provided but we ask that participants bring their own rackets.
- The January session will meet January 11, 18, and 25.
- The February session will meet February 1, 15, 22.
- The March session will meet March 1 and 8.
Ages 5-7 will meet at 5 p.m. Ages 8-10 will meet at 6 pm. Must pre-register as space is limited. The cost is $20 (tax included) per January and February sessions. The cost is $15 (tax included) for the March session. The deadline to register is for the January session is January 8. The deadline for February session is January 29 with February 26 as the deadline for the March session.
Registration opens November 17, 2025. Pre-register by phone at 270-444-8508, online, or at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue.
2026 Teen Night at the Tennis Court
Teens ages 13 through 17 are invited to enjoy an evening dedicated to them at the Noble Park Tennis Courts. This is a free event to enjoy tennis and meet other teens.
Upcoming dates:
June 19 - 5 to 7 p.m. June 26 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Teen Night is a partnership between the Paducah Parks and Recreation Department and the Paducah Tennis Association.
2026 Tennis Harrison Street Serves Programs (program through National Junior Tennis League)
Tennis Fitness Bootcamp - Paducah Tennis Association and Paducah Parks & Recreation are offering Tennis Fitness Boot Camp through Harrison Street Serves at the Noble Park Tennis Courts. This is for youth ages 11-15 and open to all ability levels. Tennis Fitness Boot Camp meets from 10 until 11:30 a.m. on June 8 through 12. Cost is $25 + tax. Each day consists of a 30 minute fitness workout followed by an hour of tennis instruction.
Pre-register by phone at 270-444-8508, online, or at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue.
- Youth Volleyball
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What is Youth Volleyball?
Youth Volleyball is a program for girls and boys ages 4-8 that includes four sessions of teaching basic volleyball skills.
2026 Youth Volleyball
This program will take place on Thursday nights on November 5, 12, and 19 and on Saturday morning, November 21.
For the Thursday night sessions ages 4 and 5 will meet from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Ages 6 through 8 will meet from 6:30 to 7:15 pm. On Saturday, November 21, ages 4 and 5 will meet from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Ages 6 through 8 will meet from 10 to 10:45 a.m.
This program will take place at the Paducah Recreation Center located at 1527 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Parents can help volunteer as a coach.
Cost is $35 (tax included). A 10% multi-child discount is available. Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 27. Register by phone at 270-444-8508, at the Parks & Recreation Office located inside the Robert Cherry Civic Center at 2701 Park Avenue, or online at the link below.
Volunteer Coaches
Volunteer coaches are very important to many of our youth sports programs. Coaching can be a very rewarding experience for a parent, grandparent, or friend of the family. During registration we will ask if anyone is willing to help serve as a coach or assistant coach. All of our volunteer coaches must complete a yearly background check form in order to coach. We have preseason coaches meetings and additional training available to help make coaches comfortable.
