About Upward
We offer Upward Basketball, Cheerleading, and Soccer for children and youth. Upward emphasizes all-round development of the player mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially. The goals of Upward are to:
- Promote character and self-esteem in every child;
- Help players learn to make wise decisions;
- Improve physical abilities;
- Recognize and embrace life’s purpose;
- Foster healthy relationships;
- Allow each child to connect with God and others.
We are looking for volunteers with a passion for God and a love for children who are willing to invest 2 hours a week. Sign up to coach a soccer team, basketball team, cheerleading squad, or referee.
During the summer, we offer one week, half-day basketball and cheer camps. These camps enable participants to enhance their skills and continue the emphasis on developing the total person.
If you have any questions, please email Chris Rogers.
Soccer Registration Is Now Open!
Registration for spring soccer is now open! We have two different registration links. Please make sure you pick the correct one. If you played during fall 2024 at MUMC (and still have the uniform from last fall), pick returning player. If you did not play during fall 2024 or need a new uniform, pick new player. For spring soccer, we typically try and keep teams together from the fall. If you want to make a change, please make sure to note that in the comments during registration. As with fall soccer, we will have divisions for 3 year olds through 8th graders, and all divisions will be co-ed. Please note the earlier than usual deadline for the early registration discount.
Fees
For returning players, the registration fee is $90 with a $15 discount if you register by March 1.
For new players, the registration fee is $155 with a $15 discount if you register by March 1
Evaluations
We will not be doing evaluations for spring soccer. If you want to check sizing, please email me and make arrangements to do so.
Practices
Practices will start the week of March 17. We will practice Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 5:30PM and 6:30PM. Your athlete will practice once per week.
Games
The first games will be March 29, and we will play 7 games. We will not have games on Easter weekend (April 19). Our last game and the end-of-season celebration will be on May 17.
Please let Chris know at crogers@mumc.net if you have any questions.
Volunteer to Coach!
We will need coaches! If you are interested in coaching this fall, please reply and let me know (including those of you that are returning from the spring). First come, first served for practice day and time! So, let me know your division, day and time you want to practice, and your team’s name.