WHAT IS THE i play! PROGRAM?
i play ! afterschool is San Antonio Sports’ innovative afterschool program that ignites a love of sport in 3rd through 5th graders, while teaching them life lessons about active living, good nutrition and strong personal character.
A FREE youth sports training afterschool program: Twenty (20) students enrolled in the After School Extended Day program at select schools have the opportunity to participate in the San Antonio Sports i play! afterschool program. Kids will receive training in four, 6-7 week sports development sessions (soccer, volleyball, basketball, flag football). The program also includes leadership and team building skills, mental wellness, nutrition and character education.
After each session, participating schools will compete against each other in a tournament-style event. Each participant in i play ! afterschool receives a t-shirt, shorts, socks and athletic shoes.
Requirements:
- Must be in 3rd – 5th grade and enrolled in the After School Extended Day program at select schools in the following districts: Harlandale ISD, Judson ISD, Northside ISD, San Antonio ISD, and Southwest ISD.
- Parents will be required to sign an agreement that commits their child to being present for the full hour of the daily i play! afterschool program.
- Child must attend each of four Saturday tournament events. Parents are encouraged to attend all tournaments.
Practice good nutrition and exercise habits at home.
Criteria for Participation:
- Read on grade level.
- Keep a passing grade in all core courses (Math, Science, English and Social Studies).
- 4/5th graders have passed previous year’s STAAR exam.
| Tournament Calendar | ||
|---|---|---|
| Date | Location | Event |
| Nov. 11, 2023 | Classics Elite Soccer Complex | Red McCombs Soccer Tournament |
| Feb. 3, 2024 | Mission Concepción Sports Complex | Ancira Volleyball Tournament |
| Apr. 6, 2024 | Mission Concepción Sports Complex | H-E-B Basketball Tournament |
| May 18, 2024 | Classics Elite Soccer Complex | Flag Football Tournament |
FAQs
i play! afterschool is a FREE youth sports training program: Twenty (20) students enrolled in the After School Extended Day program at select schools have the opportunity to participate in the San Antonio Sports i play! afterschool program. Kids receive training in four 6-7 week sports development sessions (soccer, volleyball, basketball, flag football). The program also includes leadership and team building skills, mental wellness, nutrition and character education. After each session, participating schools compete against each other in a tournament-style event.
Participants must be enrolled in the school district’s after school program at one of our participating schools to join their in-person i play! afterschool team. There are 20 spots available at each site and those are filled at the beginning of the school year. If your child attends the school district’s after school program at one of our participating schools, please ask the coordinator if there is a waiting list to participate in i play! afterschool.
For more information about i play! afterschool please contact us.
i play! Skills Video Library
San Antonio Sports is excited to offer PE teachers and educators free resources to help them bring our i play! lessons to their schools. Our instructional videos offer fun ways children can practice their skills in four different sports – soccer, track, volleyball, basketball — and an Alpha Warrior Junior workout series, using equipment and objects that can be found at home.
