Manhattan has so many available options for youth sports in the area! With the options of recreation, clubs and leagues, it is important to find what is best for your family and your children. Recreation sports will focus on learning entry skills while clubs and leagues will focus on competition and may involve travel.
Youth Sports Options in Manhattan, Kansas
Baseball and Softball 
My First T-Ball for pre-K, focusing on ages, Ages 3-5 is held during the Summer. Participants will be introduced to the basic skills of Tee Ball through various activities and drills. Parent participation is required.
My First Tee Ball for upcoming Kindergarteners is a 4-week program, held in the spring, for upcoming Kindergarteners in the fall. The program is designed to prepare them for the upcoming Summer of Tee Ball league play
Optimist T-Ball for Kindergarteners is held during the summer is a League for children who have completed Kindergarten. This league is generously sponsored and staffed by the Manhattan Optimist Club.
Baseball and Softball are offered from Manhattan Parks and Rec in the summer for kids going into 1st-8th grades.
The Manhattan Optimist Fastpitch Association is an option for girls 8 and under – 18 and under. Teams start forming in the Fall with practice and games starting in the spring and into the summer.
The Manhattan Youth Baseball League has been active for several years in the area and is now turning their league over to the Konza Baseball League. Servicing the Greater Flint Hills region of Kansas, the goal of the Konza Baseball League is to provide a competitive league experience at an affordable cost for all teams. Konza Baseball League is open to all teams 8U-12U in the Greater Flint Hills region.
Basketball 
City League Basketball is offered in the Winter for children in 1st – 8th grade.
Mamba Basketball offers options for ages 4-6 year old boys and girls focusing on basketball training and league during the summer.
The Manhattan Basketball Association is for more advanced players and offers several options over the year. Options are available for athletes going into 1st grade up to 8th grade. Options include 3-on-3 basketball during the summer as well as a Basketball Breakfast Club during the summer.
Manhattan Slam Elite Basketball is a competitive basketball program for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade boys. While they focus on the Fall season, they do offer additional camps and trainings.
My First Basketball is offered in the Winter for children ages 3 – Kindergarten. Children will focus on the basic motor skills necessary to play organized sports while they spend quality time working one-on-one with their parents.
3-on-3 Basketball is offered from the Rec in the Winter for students in 3rd-6th grade.
3v3 Basketball is offered from the Rec in the Spring for 4th – 8th grades.
Football
My First Football is offered for Kindergarteners in the Fall. My First Football is a 4-week clinic that will practice drills and other activities. Parent participation is required.
Flag Football for students in grades 1st – 8th is offered in the Fall. Participants in Flag Football will learn the basic skills in all aspects of the game including offense, defense, and basic plays.
The Manhattan Youth Football Association fields 2nd/3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade tackle football teams that play in the Fall. There is a summer camp offered to players who are planning to play in the Fall.
Soccer 
My First Soccer is offered in the Spring for 3-6 year olds. This is an introductory soccer program where children will be introduced to drills and activities to build basic Soccer skills. Parent participation is required.
Manhattan Surf Soccer Club is a recreational league for players grades Pre-K to 6th Grade for both boys and girls. Focusing on building a love for the game instead of traveling and competition, Manhattan Surf Soccer Club has options for the Spring.
Sporting Kaw Valley is a soccer club that is an Official Academy Affiliate of Sporting KC. With several locations in the area, there is a specific Manhattan Club. The Manhattan Club offers both options for ages 3-5 who have not yet started Kindergarten and also options for children who are in grades Kindergarten – 4th grade. Available options include the Fall, indoor options in the Winter and Spring.
Volleyball
Flint Hills Summer Volleyball League is offered over the summer for girls who will be going into grades 4th-6th or 7th-12th of the upcoming school year.
Manhattan Mamba Volleyball Club is offered in the Winter for girls ages 11-18.
Volleyball with the Manhattan Parks and Rec is offered in the Fall for 3rd-8th graders. Goals are to learn to serve, bump, set, spike, and proper footwork.
Wrestling
Manhattan Wrestling Club offers club wrestling for both boys and girls ages 5 and above. The season begins in November and wraps up in late February or mid-March, depending on each individuals qualifications.
Additional Options 
Wiffleball is played indoors in the Spring and is offered for grades 4th-12th. Wiffleball is played with teams of 4 on the field but can roster up to 6.
For more information about area Dance and Gymnastics, take a look at our Manhattan Dance & Gymnastics guide.
Looking for Homeschool Sports options? Take a look at Home School P.E. which is a 10-week program offered in both the fall and the spring for ages 5-14. Also check out our Homeschool Guide with information to CHIEF that organizes homeschool sports!
Outside of the Manhattan area? No problem! Take a look at Rock Creek Parks and Rec, Geary County Parks and Rec, Clay Center’s Park and Rec, Ogden Parks and Rec and Wamego Park and Rec for additional information and options!
