UPSTATE SPORTS

Sports & Recreation for the Family

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Our Upstate Sports ministry is one of the many ways we seek to fulfill the purpose and vision of First Baptist Simpsonville | Upstate Church. There are several sports and recreation opportunities for you and your family.

SPORTS

Basketball, soccer, sports camps, developmental programs, running/walking/biking. Please contact us at [email protected] for more info!

BASKETBALL

GRADE SCHOOL BASKETBALL CAMP

Join us for an exciting and impactful week of basketball designed for rising 2nd–5th graders! This camp focuses on developing fundamental skills while also teaching teamwork, character, and how to succeed both on and off the court—all in a fun and encouraging environment.

Who: Rising 2nd–5th graders (as of August 2026)
Dates: Monday–Thursday, June 8–11, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM daily
Location: Simpsonville Campus Gym (Family Life Center, 306 E. College St.)
Included: Lunch provided each day
What to Expect:

Skill development and drills
Team-focused activities
Character-building lessons

Cost: $70 per camper
Registration Required: Space is limited
Registration Deadline: June 4, 2026
Register here!

Don’t miss out on a great week of basketball, growth, and fun!

STUDENTS BASKETBALL CAMP

Join us for an exciting and challenging week of basketball designed for students in rising 6th–12th grade! This camp focuses on developing fundamental skills while also emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and life principles that extend beyond the game.

Who: Rising 6th–12th graders (as of August 2026)
Dates: Monday–Thursday, July 27–30, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM daily
Location: Simpsonville Campus Gym (Family Life Center, 306 E. College St.)
Included: Lunch provided each day
What to Expect:
Skill development and drills
Competitive gameplay and team activities
Character and leadership development
Cost: $70 per camper
Registration Required: Space is limited
Registration Deadline: July 24, 2026
Register here!

Don’t miss a great opportunity to grow your game and be challenged both on and off the court!

SOCCER

Upstate Sports Soccer League

Our Soccer League is designed for kids in K5–5th grade to learn fundamental soccer skills while also building character and life skills.

Details:

Locations: Upstate Church Mauldin Fields
Season Dates: March 23 – May 13
Cost: $75
Evaluations:
March 2 | 6pm-7pm
March 3 | 6pm-7pm
March 7 | 9am-10:30am
Evaluations will take place at the Family Life Center at our Simpsonville Campus
Registration has closed.

FOOTBALL

Upstate Sports Flag Football League

August 16 – November 1, 2025

Get ready for an exciting season of flag football! Our 2025 league is open to kids entering 2nd through 5th grade as of August 2025.

Location:
All practices and games will be held at the Upstate Church Mauldin fields.

Schedule:

Team Clinic: Saturday, August 16

Practices Begin: Week of September 8

Final Game: Saturday, November 1

Practice Days/Times:

One practice per week

Mondays, Tuesdays, OR Thursdays

6:00 PM or 7:00 PM (1 hour)

Cost: $75 per player

Join us for a fun and encouraging environment where kids can build skills, make friends, and enjoy the game!

Registration has closed.

CLUBS AND RECREATIONAL EVENTS

Basketball and Soccer leagues, Volleyball clinics, Trail Life, American Heritage Girls, Basketball Camps, Seasonal sporting events like Skeet Shoot occur throughout the year and several recreational clubs and events are hosted by First Baptist Simpsonville/Upstate Church.

For more information, please email us at [email protected] or call the Church Office at 864-967-8591.

TRAIL LIFE

Boys in K5-12th grade are invited to be part of Trail Life, a Christian Outdoor Adventure, Character and Leadership program that centers on outdoor experiences that build a young man’s skills and allow him to grow on a personal level and as a leader and a role model for his peers. Trail Life meets Thursdays at 6:30pm!

AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS

The AHG Program is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country.

Trail Life and American Heritage Girls meet Thursdays at 6:15pm!

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