February 2026 - The Boardman Park and Recreation District Boys and Girls Youth Basketball season has officially wrapped up, and what an incredible season it was! With eight teams total across 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade divisions, nearly 100 young athletes took to the court this winter making this the highest participation numbers the program has seen to date.

This successful season would not have been possible without the dedication of our volunteer coaches, who generously gave their time and leadership to guide these teams. We also extend a sincere thank you to the referees who helped keep games running smoothly and ensured a positive and fair playing environment. And of course, thank you to the parents and families whose support from the sidelines makes youth sports such a meaningful experience for our kids.

We are incredibly proud of the growth of this program and look forward to seeing it continue to expand in the coming years. Our hope is that these young athletes carry the skills they’ve learned — teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and strong work habits — with them as they move on to Riverside Jr./Sr. High School athletics and beyond. Congratulations as well to the RHS Boys and Girls Varsity basketball teams on outstanding seasons, and to the athletes and coaches who earned league honors — we are proud of you! Go Pirates!