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.
Fall Soccer Is Now Open!
Registration is now open for the fall soccer season at MUMC!
Fees
The fee for soccer will be $175. There is a $15 discount if you register by August 22, the day of evaluations. There are limited scholarships available. We ask that you volunteer as a coach or in the concession stand to receive a scholarship.
Evaluations
Evaluations will be Saturday, August 22 from 8:30-11AM at MUMC. A reminder that these are not tryouts! They are a way to gauge skill level, and, after other factors (coach requests, carpooling, practice night requests), the results of evaluations may be used to balance team rosters. It is also a great way to introduce your athlete to the facility (especially if it is their first season) so they are more comfortable at the first practice.
Teams
This season, we will have divisions for 3 year olds through 8th graders. All divisions will be co-ed.
Practices
Practices will start the week of August 31. Your athlete will practice once a week on either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday at 5:30PM or 6:30PM. Shin guards are required for all athletes at practices and games. Cleats are recommended but not required. We have a cleat swap shelf so at evaluations you can check for sizes or donate old cleats you are done with.
Games
The first game will be Saturday, September 12. We will play 7 games. There will not be any games on October 3 because of the craft fair. The final game and end-of-season celebration will be on October 31. All practices and games will be on the fields behind MUMC.
Please let Chris know at crogers@mumc.net if you have any questions.
Flag Football Registration Is Now Open!
Registration is now open for the fall flag football season at MUMC!
Fees
The fee for flag football will be $175. There is a $15 discount if you register by August 22, the day of evaluations. There are limited scholarships available. We ask that you volunteer as a coach or in the concession stand to receive a scholarship.
Evaluations
Evaluations will be Saturday, August 22 at 11AM at MUMC. A reminder that these are not tryouts! This will be more of a joint practice.
Teams
Registration is open for 1st through 8th graders. All divisions will be co-ed. We are not sure at this time if we will have divisions for 1st or 8th graders, but we hope to. If you register your 1st or 8th grade athlete and we are unable to include them, you will receive a full refund.
Practices
Practices will start the week of August 31. Your athlete will practice once a week on either Thursday or Friday at 6:30PM. Mouthguards are required for all athletes at practices and games. Cleats are recommended but not required. We have a cleat swap shelf so at evaluations you can check for sizes or donate old cleats you are done with.
Games
The first game will be Saturday, September 12. We will play 7 games. There will not be any games on October 3 because of the craft fair. The final game will be on October 31. All practices and games will be on the fields behind MUMC, and games will take place after soccer is done (likely starting at 11:45AM).
Coaches
We will need coaches! If you are interested in coaching this fall, please reply and let me know.
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 Chris know (including those of you that are returning from the spring). First come, first served for practice day and time! So, let him know your division, day and time you want to practice, and your team’s name.