Where Leaders Compete

Building Better Athletes

Become a Player

Hi-Y Basketball provides high school athletes with the opportunity to continue playing the game they love in a competitive and organized league environment.

Built on the YMCA’s tradition of sportsmanship, teamwork, and character development, Hi-Y Basketball brings together student-athletes from across the Sioux Falls area for a season of competition, friendship, and unforgettable experiences.

Whether you’re playing with classmates, friends, or teammates, Hi-Y Basketball offers a place to compete, stay active, and represent your team with pride.

Register Your Team Today

Gather your teammates and experience one of the area’s longest-standing high school basketball traditions.

Compete. Lead. Represent.

Play Hi-Y Basketball.

 

Please email basketball@siouxfallsymca.org or call (605)-977-4757 with any questions!

Registration ends September 16th, 2026 @ 11:45 PM

Game Dates

Game Dates will be as follows, with all teams playing once per week for a total of a 7-game season. 

Playoff/Championship Dates**

 Fall League:

09/27, 09/30, 10/04, 10/07, 10/11, 10/14, 10/18, 10/21, 10/25, 10/28, 11/01, 11/04, 11/08, 11/11, 11/15, 11/18**, 11/22**

Winter League:

01/06, 01/10, 01/13, 01/17, 01/20, 01/24, 01/27, 01/31, 02/03, 02/07, 02/10, 02/17, 02/21, 02/24, 02/28, 03/03**, 03/07**

Competitive Basketball.

YMCA Values.

Hi-Y Basketball combines competitive play with the values that have defined YMCA sports for generations.

Participants develop:

  • Advanced Basketball Skills
  • Teamwork & Communication
  • Leadership Development
  • Sportsmanship & Respect
  • Competitive Experience
  • Confidence On and Off the Court
  • Lifelong Friendships

Every game provides opportunities to grow as both an athlete and a leader.

Built for teams

Hi-Y Basketball is designed around team registration, allowing friends, classmates, church groups, and community organizations to compete together throughout the season.

Gather your team, choose your roster, and get ready to compete against some of the area’s best high school talent.

Program Information

Who: High School Boys & Girls
Season Options: Fall & Winter
Format: Team Registration
Games: 7-Game Season + Playoffs for Qualifying Teams
Cost: $105 Per Player
Uniforms: Teams Provide Their Own Jerseys

Financial assistance may be available through the Sioux Falls YMCA.

League Information

Season Details

  • Fall & Winter Seasons Available
  • 7-Game Regular Season
  • Playoffs for Top-Seeded Teams
  • Team Registration Format
  • Teams Provide Their Own Jerseys
  • Cost: $105 Per Player

Designed for high school athletes

Hi-Y Basketball gives players the chance to compete against other high school teams in a structured league format while enjoying the camaraderie and excitement of team basketball.

Whether you’re preparing for the upcoming school season, staying active during the offseason, or simply wanting to continue playing with friends, Hi-Y Basketball delivers meaningful competition in a positive environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who can participate in Hi-Y Basketball?

Hi-Y Basketball is open to high school-aged athletes.

  • Can I register as an individual?

Hi-Y Basketball is designed as a team-registration league. Individual placement opportunities may vary depending on team availability.

  • How many games are included?

Teams compete in a 7-game regular season, with top-seeded teams advancing to postseason play.

  • Are playoffs included?

Yes. Qualifying teams will advance to the Hi-Y Basketball playoffs.

  • Do teams receive jerseys?

No. Teams are responsible for providing their own uniforms or jerseys.

  • Is Hi-Y Basketball competitive?

Yes. Hi-Y is designed for athletes seeking organized, competitive basketball while maintaining the YMCA’s commitment to sportsmanship and character development.

  • What makes Hi-Y different?

Hi-Y combines competitive basketball with YMCA values, creating an environment where athletes can compete, lead, and grow both on and off the court.

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Sioux Falls, SD 57103
 
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