2026-2027 LEAGUE PLAY ANNOUNCEMENT

We’re excited to announce that Gem City Athletic League Basketball will continue to grow in the 2026-2027 season! Our mission remains the same: to provide every elementary school student in Marietta the chance to play organized basketball in a fun, safe, and competitive environment.

What's Will Be New Next Season?

  • Expanded League Play opportunities for boys and girls in 3rd, 4th, & 5th grades

  • School teams at each elementary school

  • Continued focus on player development, sportsmanship, and teamwork

  • Certified officials and a structured game-day experience to ensure quality of play

  • Volunteer program beginning in 2026, with each family completing 2 volunteer hours to help make game days run smoothly

Bringing League Play To Your School 2026-27

We want every child to have the opportunity to represent their school team! Parents are encouraged to contact your school principal to show support and help bring League Play to your child’s school. Your voice makes a difference in expanding opportunities for students across the city.

LEAGUE PLAY OVERVIEW

League play is the heart of Gem City Youth Basketball. Each week, teams from across Marietta’s elementary schools come together to compete, learn, and grow as student-athletes.

  • Game Days: Games are held at Marietta City elementary school gyms. The schedule determines which schools host and when, with an effort to keep school teams at the same site each week.

  • Coaching: Teams are led by volunteer coaches who teach the fundamentals of the game while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and player development.

  • Player Development: Athletes will learn offensive and defensive concepts that prepare them for future competition while building confidence and love for the game.

  • Community Spirit: League play is more than just basketball — it’s about school pride, building friendships, and bringing families together.

BUILDING SKILLS, CHARACTER, COMMUNITY

Gem City Youth Basketball offers a fun, competitive, and instructional environment where players develop basketball skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

We emphasize player development over winning, but competition is part of the fun!

FAMILY & COMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE

From our Parent Guide to our Volunteer Program, we work hard to make Gem City Youth Basketball a family-friendly, community-driven league.
Parents can volunteer in concessions, clean-up crew, or raffle sales — without missing their child’s game — to help make the season a success.

WHY PLAY IN GEM CITY?

  • Focus on player development, safety, and fun

  • Equal playing time for all athletes

  • Structured practices and certified referees

  • Opportunities for families to connect and get involved

  • A positive environment that builds confidence, skills, and memories

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