Upward Cheerleading and
Co-Ed Basketball

Play with Purpose!

Youth sports should be fun and challenging! With Upward Basketball and Cheer, your child will develop athletic abilities and learn life principles that apply both on and off the court.
player registration FOR THE 2026 SEASON
Volunteer application for the 2026 season

Who can participate in Upward?

Basketball (boys & girls): K4 - 12th grade
Cheerleading (girls): K4 - 8th grade

When are practices and games held?

First Practice: Week of January 5, 2026
Practice frequency: Practices take place weekly on Monday, Tuesday, OR Thursday evenings
Games: Games occur weekly on Saturday mornings (or early afternoons) beginning on January 17, 2026. Games will be on January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, and March 7 and 14. 

Where are practices & games held?

Troy Methodist Church (Family Life Center/gym)
407 Edwardsville Road
Troy IL 62294

When are the evaluations?

Nov. 3, 2025: All ages, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Nov. 14, 2025: All ages, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Nov. 30, 2025: All ages, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Note: Evaluations take ~15 minutes. Come anytime within one of these timeframes.

How much does Upward cost?

Early Registration (ends 12/4/25): $80.00
Regular Registration (ends 12/11/25): $90.00
Note: There are discounts when you register more than one child.

How do I register my child(ren)?

You can register here.

Who do I contact with questions?

Call Tyson Graham at (309)338-7024, or email upward@troymc.org