JR. Herd Program with the Oshkosh YMCA

Each season the Wisconsin Herd partners with the Oshkosh YMCA to create a youth basketball program to inspire young kids to play basketball.

The program is inclusive of a youth basketball league, coaches clinic and youth clinic.

The basketball league runs from early January to late February for kids ages 4K - 8th grade. All participants receive a Wisconsin Herd reversible youth jersey and a ticket to a Herd game.

All volunteer coaches of the league receive a Wisconsin Herd shirt.

Herd coaches, staff, and mascot are involved to reinforce excitement for basketball.

Registration can be found online at the Oshkosh YMCA Website: https://www.oshkoshymca.org/

“The Oshkosh Community YMCA is proud to partner with the Wisconsin Herd for our Youth Basketball Program. This program serves kids 4K - 8th grade providing fundamental skill development, team building, physical activity, and creating/building relationships. This partnership has created a renewed interest in youth basketball, especially at the recreational level. Our participants have enjoyed being involved with the Wisconsin Herd by attending games and participating in on-court activities. The Oshkosh Y and Wisconsin Herd have a shared interest in promoting youth sports because we understand that participation in youth sports can lead to immediate and long-term benefits for youth, their families, and our community in mental, emotional, social, and physical health.” – Angie Flanigan, YMCA Branch Executive

“The Oshkosh Community YMCA partnership with the Wisconsin Herd is a wonderful opportunity for our community and all participants involved. Our youth basketball league serves over 300 youth in the area, ranging from grades 4k through 8th. The moment you see a player put on their Herd jersey for the first time creates a smile so contagious, it lights up the entire gymnasium. Coaches in our youth basketball league have a unique opportunity to learn from coaches involved with the Herd, providing guidance and sharing personal experiences in their own sports journey. The Herd partnership offers youth the opportunity to be active while creating a safe and welcoming environment for both youth and their families. The Oshkosh YMCA is grateful for this lasting impact within our community". – Jeremy Gaveske, YMCA Sports Director