Games organized and monitored by recreation staff. Each team plays approximately ten games. Lakewood Youth Sports consists of a variety of sports opportunities throughout the year for boys and girls ages 6-17 years. Participants register individually and are placed on teams organized at Lakewood parks. All teams are coached by volunteers.
Emphasis is placed on participation rather than competitive achievement.
Coaches promise their support of sportsmanship and respect by signing the Coach's Goals and Objectives pledge. 2408 during city hall business hours. The annual All City Cross Country Championships provide an opportunity for young distance runners to compete in a series of competitive meets culminating with the Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation Championships. The annual Track and Field Championships is the first meet in a series culminating with the Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation Championships. The meets consist of a range of running race distances and jumping and throwing events.