FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does KYS offer and when?
KYS offers the following sports:
- Baseball
- Spring
- Fall
- Basketball
- Winter
- Flag Football
- Fall
- Softball
- Spring
- Fall
- Lacrosse
- Spring
- Fall
KNOX YOUTH SPORTS RESERVES THE RIGHT AT ANY TIME TO CHANGE DAYS, TIMES, AND LOCATION OF GAMES.
Where can I find our team's game schedule?
To find your team's latest schedule, you can locate it on the KYS home page under the Schedules tab.
KNOX YOUTH SPORTS RESERVES THE RIGHT AT ANY TIME TO CHANGE DAYS, TIMES, AND LOCATION OF GAMES.
What is the Refund Policy?
A full refund will be granted prior to starting practice minus the transaction fee; 50% after practices start minus the transaction fee. ** A 4% transaction fee will be applied to all credit/debit card payments
Are there other costs involved?
- The one-time registration fee ranging from $150-$250 depending on the program and league is all that is required for the entire season. Located on the upper right-hand corner of the Home page is the "green" Register link. This is where all the current open programs, specific leagues, and fees are located.
- Games are free to all spectators.
- There is a picture day scheduled TBD. Parents or Grandparents decide what, if any, pictures they want to purchase.
How do I register my daughter up for a sport, when I don't see her age or grade listed?
KYS offers leagues in the following sports for girls: Basketball, Lacrosse, and Softball. If you don't see a league for your daughter's specific age or grade, you can register her in the boys' league. We welcome girls in our Co-ed programs of Flag Football and Baseball and, in some cases, this may be the only option available.
Can I request to be on a specific Coach or Friend's Team?
During the registration process, you have the opportunity to request a coach and/or a teammate.
Please note, that while KYS will try to accommodate these requests, it is not guaranteed that they will be honored 100% of the time.
Coaches can bring a team or request players.
What days are Games and Practices Held for my child's sport?
- The game schedule will be posted no later than a week before the start of the games.
- Practice is scheduled by the coach, including the day, time, and location. The schedule will be communicated to the players/families shortly after the coaches' meeting.
- Practice is held once a week and lasts approximately one hour.
What happens if our game is canceled will it be rescheduled?
- All games will be played as originally scheduled except for inclement weather with every attempt made to play as scheduled.
- Cancellations/rescheduling will be decided by the Program Director.
- Any decisions to cancel a game once it starts will be made by the Program Director as needed.
How can I help?
If you would like to help KYS in some capacity, please contact Executive Director at email info@knoxyouthsports.com
Roles include:
- Head Coach
- Assistant Coach
- Referee/Umpire/Officials
- Score Keeper
I would like to coach a team and bring my own team. Can I do that?
Yes, in all sports except Baseball 7U - Pee Wee/Vance League. This is a draft league.
Coach To Do List:
- All coaches are required to register as a coach and successfully complete the following:
- Background Check
- Submit headshot photo to Knox Parks & Rec for Coach ID Badge (complete for Winter & Spring sports only)
- Coach Education (sign, date, and return forms)
- Concussion
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
*See Coach Corner on the KYS website for more details.
- Each player will need to register individually and request you as their coach request.
- The coach will also provide KYS with a team roster.
When does Registration open?
- Fall sports – July
- Winter sports – September
- Spring sports – January
When do practices begin?
- Spring: March
- Fall: August
- Winter: October
When do the games begin?
- Spring: end of March
- Fall: September
- Winter: November
When do the games end?
- Spring: end of May and early June
- Fall: late October and mid-November
- Winter: mid-February
When and how do players receive their uniforms?
Players will receive their uniform/jersey FROM THEIR COACH before their first game.