Upward Basketball is one of the most exciting sports programs in the country. Specifically designed for Kindergarten - 6th grade boys and girls who play in separate leagues, Upward seeks to develop the self-esteem of each participant, while teaching respect for authority, sportsmanship, character and basketball skills.
This is Fellowship's 9th year to host an Upward Basketball league and 7th year to offer cheerleading. Each participant in Upward Basketball receives a special Player Kit that includes a number of items that they get to keep - even after the season is over.

Among the items in the basketball Player Kit are: [^top]

ENLARGE

• Reversible Mesh Game Jersey and Shorts - High quality mesh game jersey and shorts. Each year Upward Unlimited provides a new color for jerseys; this year the colors are blue and gold.
• Upward Basketball T-Shirt - Worn under the jersey on game days, and to school or play, the T-shirt is high quality and in the latest colors and designs.
• Individual Awards After Each Game and Practice - After each game and practice, players will receive iron-on stars for best effort, best sportsmanship, best defense, best offense, Scripture memory and most Christ-like.
• End-of-the-Year Award - Whether it is a backpack, duffel bag, wristwatch or other item, the End-of-the-Year Award is sure to please parents and players alike. As always, this Award will display the White Star representing most Christ-like.

Among the items in the Cheerleader Kit are: [^top]

ENLARGE

• Upward Cheerleading Mock-Turtleneck, Top and Skort - High-quality apparel in the latest colors and designs, proudly displaying the Upward Cheerleading Logo.
• Pom-Poms - Each cheerleader will receive a set of color-coordinated pom-poms & megaphone.
• Individual Awards After Each Game and Practice
• End-of-the-Year Award
• Plus - Hair ribbons and more

Important Information: [^top]

• Advertising Begins: October 1, 2007
• The Registration Form is available online!
• Early Registration Fee: $70 per person (includes shorts/skorts)
• Registration Fee (after 11/1/07): $80 per person (includes shorts/skorts)
• Registration Ends: November 16, 2007
• *Evaluation Nights:
  • Everyone MUST attend one orientation. They will take place at Agape Church and Pleasant Valley Church of Christ.
  • 1st - 4th grade boys/girls
    Thursday, November 1 between 5:00 and 9:00 pm
  • 5th and 6th grade boys/girls
    Saturday, November 3, between 9:00am and 12:00pm
  • Kindergarten boys/girls
    Saturday, November 3, between 9:00am and 12:00 pm
  • Kindergarten through 6th grade boys/girls
    Thursday, November 15, between 5:00pm and 9:00pm
• League Schedule
  • Practices begin Monday, January 7, 2008
  • First game is Saturday, January 19, 2008
  • Awards Celebration is Friday, March 14, 2008

If you would like a free Upward brochure to register or give to friends in your school or neighborhood (posters are also available), they are available in any of the following ways:

• Call any of the 4 participating churches listed above.
• Inquire through
• Visit a booth at your worship venue
• Visit info desks at the Fellowship Student Center or in FellowShip Kids
• Call the FellowShip Kids office at 501.224.7171.