YPC Mentoring Basketball League
Established in 2024, the YPC Basketball League is a community-driven program dedicated to youth engagement, mentoring, and promoting health and safety. While primarily focused on basketball, the league also supports justice-involved youth and workforce development. Over the years, the league has grown to include five teams: YPC, Phalanx, Thornridge, Ballaholics, and PC3. It provides a consistent platform for young athletes to develop their skills, build teamwork, and foster community spirit.
Mission: To provide a safe, inclusive space where youth—including justice-involved individuals—can develop life skills such as teamwork, perseverance, and leadership. We promote health, mentorship, community pride, and workforce development, believing every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive both on and off the court.
YPC Summer League
Get ready for an exciting summer of basketball, mentorship, and community fun! Our YPC Summer League runs from June 30 through September 5, 2026, and features 5 teams competing in a safe, supportive environment.
Interested in joining or sponsoring? Contact Sarah Robinson at s.robinson@ypcroseland.com to learn more!
Let’s make this summer unforgettable for our youth!
Our Approach
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Teams: YPC, Phalanx, Thornridge, Ballaholics, PC3
Meetings: The teams meet twice a week for practices and games
Duration: The league operates throughout the basketball season, encouraging regular participation and progression
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The primary goal of the YPC Basketball League is to create a positive environment where youth, including justice-involved individuals, can learn important life skills such as discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. The league emphasizes inclusive participation, health, mentorship, and community involvement, aiming to support the growth of young people both on and off the court.
Impact of the YPC Mentoring Basketball League
Starting with 25 participants, the program has grown to serve over 250 young men, with more than 1,000 mentoring sessions conducted. Over half of the participants have completed the YPC/CRED program, feeling supported and motivated to change their mindsets. The league has helped keep young men out of the streets, providing a sense of achievement, purpose, and positive direction for their future. Check out our Overall Impact
Contact and Support
For more information about the league, registration details, or how to get involved, please contact us at:
Email: r.jones@ypcroseland.com
Support the YPC Summer League!
Your sponsorship helps provide equipment, uniforms, meals, and a safe space for youth—including justice-involved youth—to practice, play, and grow.
How You Can Help: Title or Team Sponsorship, In-Kind Donations (gear, food, supplies), Event Sponsorships
Make a difference—contact Sarah Robinson at s.robinson@ypcroseland.com to get involved!
Together, we can make this summer unforgettable for our youth!
