Kaua‘i County Opens Youth Basketball Registration, Season Starts February

The Kaua‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announced on December 20 that registration for its 2026 Spring Basketball League will open at 8 a.m. on December 29 and close at 4 30 p.m. on January 9, 2026. The program is offered to boys and girls in fifth through eighth grade, and the season will begin on February 9, 2026. All games are scheduled to take place at the Kalāheo Neighborhood Center Gym.

Registration forms will be available on the Parks and Recreation Basketball Programs website and may be dropped off at neighborhood centers in Kalāheo, Kekaha, Kapa‘a and Līhu‘e. Participants and families seeking more information are asked to contact Jason Caldeira at 808 332 7630. The county has also posted a 2026 Spring Basketball League flyer on its website with additional program details.

The announcement reinforces the county role in youth development and community recreation, maintaining organized sports as a central outlet for middle school aged children. Concentrating game play at the Kalāheo gym creates a consistent venue for officials and families, but it also means that travel logistics will be a practical consideration for participants from other parts of the island. Families should factor transportation and school schedules into their planning before the January 9 registration deadline.

For Kaua‘i County policymakers and civic leaders, the league illustrates ongoing investment in after school and weekend activities that contribute to physical health and social engagement among young residents. Participation levels and access will inform future programming decisions, including potential needs for additional sites or transportation support. The neighborhood centers named for drop off also highlight the county network that channels residents into recreational services.

With registration opening at the end of this month, parents and guardians are advised to secure forms and confirm eligibility promptly. For direct questions about the league or registration process contact Jason Caldeira at 808 332 7630 or consult the Parks and Recreation Basketball Programs page on the Kaua‘i County website.