Heads Up: Registration for winter i9 Sports programs ends Friday, December 9th! Winter sports include instructional soccer (ages 3-10) and basketball (ages 3-12) in Gahanna and Pickerington/Reynoldsburg (and other communities throughout Columbus). Programs start January 14th.
By focusing on fun and good sportsmanship for kids ages 3-14, as well as convenience for their parents, i9 Sports is redefining youth sports across the country. And the feedback from local parents has been overwhelmingly positive, see just some of the comments below.
Our Mission:
To help kids succeed in life through sports.
Who we are:
i9 Sports is best known for making smiles, but we also produce pats on the back, cheers, and good sportsmanship. While we offer flag football, basketball, soccer, t-ball and other sports for boys and girls ages 3 to 14, we provide an incomparable experience that goes far beyond the game.
We don't accept that winning and the final score should be more important than the joy of the game. In our programs our key measure of success is whether each child walks away with a smile.
When a child joins our team, we want them to find:
FUN: Every child deserves to have a great time.
INCLUSIVELY: No try-outs. Every child plays.
SAFETY: Trained officials at every game. Safe play.
GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP: Good character lasts a lifetime.
HEALTHY COMPETITION: We believe that every child is a winner and should have a chance to shine.
We understand that you have a busy schedule and require a program that is well organized and convenient. Who says your child's sport activity should consume your life? With practices and games on the same day, we've designed a program that fits evenly within your family’s plans.
Here is just some of the feedback we have received from Columbus parents about our programs:
"You teach the sport AND proper behavior/sportsmanship ... something that is much needed in youth sports these days! Well organized. Reasonably priced."
"Well organized! I9 succeeded at making our children's first sports experience an educational yet fun one! We will definitely be signing our little ones up again!"
"Sportsmanship values taught are great! The friendliness of the staff and overall the experience the kids get."
"It was well organized and fun! Loved the weekly sportsmanship themes."
"The coaches are fantastic and the program is well organized!"
"The coaches are wonderful and very patient. The web site is very easy to use and great to keep track of your schedule."
"I like how organized your program is and the focus on the kids having fun."
"With the practice and play on the same day, i9 Sports was very convenient for my family's hectic schedule."
"I like that winning isn't the focus, they helped teach the kids the game. We tried another soccer program previously and my child didn't enjoy it because he didn't learn the game, it was all about winning."
"Length of practice and games, Sunday schedule, team size, sportsmanship focus and organization."
"Low time commitment as practice and games are the same day. Fosters an environment of sportsmanship. Very organized & kept us informed of information throughout the season."
"I loved the practice times being the right amount for the age group, great location, and WONDERFUL soccer coach! She is so good with that age group (6 yrs old). She knows the right balance of when to push and when to ignore certain silliness. It was perfect for my son! It was amazing to watch her guide them into a fun and educational experience! A great balance of skill building/fun running time. It's also an amazing deal for the money. You guys got it right. :)"
"The program is excellent for skills development. Not all youth are at the same level, and the coaches do a great job both teaching skills, and celebrating progress! All players feel like a part of the team because the program requires equal playing time. This is important to the growth and confidence of the kids."
"The positive interaction with the kids. I like that practice and game is the same day too."
"I like the focus on sportsmanship instead of winning. The more laid back approach is very nice to teach these kids too. My son really appreciated the sportsmanship medal he got for sharing. It is really nice that there is administrative people to help out the coaches and answer questions."
"The coaches really impress us. They are so patient and work hard to get each child to have fun but also learn which is very difficult when working with 3 year olds. Plus, it is just a lot of fun."
"The program is very organized, helpful, fair and professional. This is our first time with i9 Sports and we have been very impressed and blessed with amazing couches. I can't speak highly enough about them and how wonderful they have been with my children and with the team as a whole. Very impressed!"
"Very organized - love the communication!"
