MPRD athletics

Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department is proud of the diversity in its athletic programming. For example, our athletic division provides a variety of team sports for all ages including:

	Youth Volleyball Class Bump, set and spike it at SportsCom, as qualified coaches give instruction on every aspect of the game. From beginners to advanced, youth volleyball players will get the opportunity to develop and refine their skills. Ages: 8 - 15 Dates: Thursdays Time: 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Location: SportsCom Fee: $3 per visit Contact: Thomas Laird, 615-907-2251, tlaird@murfreesborotn.gov Murfreesboro Youth Volleyball League The Murfreesboro Youth Volleyball League offers two divisions for both advanced and beginner players. Practices will be once a week at either SportsCom or McFadden Community Center, with matches being played on Saturday mornings at SportsCom. Participants will play matches during an 8-week season and conclude with a double elimination tournament. Registration will be held throughout the month of April at SportsCom, McFadden Community Center and the Main Office at Barfield Crescent Park. Ages: 17 and under Dates: Registration throughout the month of April. Practice during the week beginning in May. Games on Saturdays starting in June. Location: SportsCom Fee: $40 per player (includes game jersey) Contact: Elaine Mitchell, 615-867-4913, eemitchell@murfreesborotn.gov
	Murfreesboro Track and Field MTF (Murfreesboro Track and Field) is a great opportunity to get out and get active. Track and Field is a rewarding sport that anyone can participate in. Our trained staff will help prepare athletes for the coming track season. Practices will be held on Monday evenings as we prepare for the Local Hershey’s Track and Field meet. Registration will be held throughout the month of March at Sports*Com, McFadden Community Center and the Main Office at Barfield Crescent Park. Ages: 9 - 14 Days: Mondays Dates: Begins April 8 Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Riverdale High School Track Fee: $25 (fee includes T-shirt) Contact: Thomas Laird, 615-907-2251, tlaird@murfreesborotn.gov Hershey’s Track and Field Local Meet More than 400,000 children compete in the Hershey’s Track and Field Games annually - making it the largest youth sports program of its kind in North America. Here is your opportunity to become a part of it all. Winners of this local meet will go on to the district where they will qualify for the State. Winners of the state meet will be considered for the North American Finals team. All children ages 9 - 14 should take advantage of this free program. Ages: 9 - 14 Date: Saturday, May 18 Time: Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. Track meet starts at 10:00 a.m. Location: Riverdale High School Track Fee: Free Contact: Thomas Laird, 615-907-2251, tlaird@murfreesborotn.gov
	Summer Racquetball League Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation offers competitive racquetball for those players who have experience with the game. The league is separated into A, B, and C divisions, along with a separate women’s league. Players wanting to get into our racquetball league may use the contact and game information below if interested. Ages: Adults Dates: Sign-ups: Throughout the month of May. Time: Players are responsible for scheduling their own games throughout the week after master schedule is posted by Athletics Coordinator. Location: Patterson Park Community Center Fee: $15 per player for league Contact: Anne Gilmore, 615-907-2251, agilmore@murfreesborotn.gov
	Adult Women’s Basketball League Adult Women’s Basketball League is designed for women, who are 18 years of age and older, to compete against others in about a seven week season with a single elimination tournament at the end of the season. Each player will pay $4 or premium admission each night of play. Space is limited to eight teams. Ages: 18 and up Date: Team Sign-ups: May 21 – June 18 (or until full) League Play: Tentative Start Date July 5 Day: Tuesday and Thursday nights Time: Games are either 6:30 or 7:30 p.m. Location: Patterson Park Community Center Fee: $4 per player or Premium Admission Contact: Anne Gilmore, 615-907-2251, agilmore@murfreesborotn.gov SportsCom Adult Basketball League SportsCom’s Adult Basketball League is a great way for adult athletes to stay in shape and play the game. League offers full court games with officials provided one day a week. Teams wanting to get in the league can call the contact information below. We usually have room for individuals without a team, so don’t let that discourage you. Ages: Adult Dates: Wednesdays beginning in May Time: Games will begin at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. Location: Sports*Com Fee: $4 per visit per person or premium pass Contact: Elaine Mitchell, 615-867-4913, eemitchell@murfreesborotn.gov