Christ Methodist Guardians
All youth sports programs, which are organized through Christ Church Athletics, are Christ-centered with a strong emphasis on honoring and glorifying God. Our coaches teach Christian values through sports, motivation, discipline, purpose, self-control, honesty and teamwork. We are proud of the way our students conduct themselves both on and off the field. Christ Methodist Athletics registration is available for all Memphis-area youth and is not restricted to CMDS students.
WHY THE GUARDIANS?
Guardians are loyal, steadfast and undaunted. They are keepers of the faith, of the flame, of the light, of the truth and of the cause. Guardians are the last line of defense. They don’t start fights; they finish them. Guardians have something worth protecting. It’s not about the fight, but what the fight is for.
Meet Gabe
He’s the OG around here, the Original Guardian. Gabe is a feisty lion who reps everything we love about the CMDS mission and our community. Fierce, loyal, fun-loving, courageous, humble and hard-working, Gabe is the persona our kids can rally to, cheer for and celebrate with.
Inspired by a story that spans both Testaments, we chose his name in honor of God’s angel Gabriel, his Messenger on Earth. He brings hope and Good News wherever he goes. He knows the power of the Truth in moments large and small. Steadfast and faithful, even in times of uncertainty, Gabe’s presence is a constant reminder of God’s plan for us.
When you show great sportsmanship, when you dive for the loose ball, when you help somebody off the ground, when you practice harder than you knew you could, when you lift up a teammate, when you celebrate together, when you lose with grace and win with class, when you stay after practice to make sure somebody’s got a ride home… You are being a messenger of God, a hero for the Word. Your life, played to the fullest, is His message. So play it loud!
Spring Sports (Registration Opens January)
VOLLEYBALL 5TH-6TH GRADE:
5th Grade team & 6th Grade Team
Practices will be on Wednesdays and begin after Spring Break
League games on Saturdays
Price: $180
Volleyball clinic 3rd- 4th grade:
Clinic: Held after school on Wednesdays (February 11 - March 4th)
Price: $105, includes a Volleyball top
GOLF 6TH GRADE ONLY:
Boys and Girls
Practice once a week (day is TBD), matches throughout the week
Matches will be played in the Shelby League
Price: $185
GIRLS LACROSSE 1st- 6th GRADE:
1st & 2nd Grade Lacrosse
Introductory program to learn the basics
Practices will be once a week with no official games.
Required equipment: Stick, Mouthguard, Goggles
Price: $150
3rd & 4th Grade Lacrosse
Practices on Mondays & Wednesdays after school. Games on Saturday mornings after Spring Break.
Required equipment: Stick, Mouthguard, Goggles, Cleats
Price: $200
5th & 6th Grade Lacrosse
Practices on Mondays & Wednesdays after school. Game schedule TBD.
Required equipment: Stick, Mouthguard, Goggles, Cleats
Price: $200
SPRING SOCCER 1st -4th Grade
Boys and Girls will play on separate grade level teams
ESCRA League play, games will begin in April and will be on Saturdays
Price: $175
T-BALL, BASEBALL & SOFTBALL JK-6TH GRADE:
JK and SK T-Ball
Coed (unless there are enough girls teams within the league)
Coaches will determine practice times. Games will typically be played on Monday/Tuesday.
Price: $150
SK Coach Pitch
SK Boys with prior T-ball experience
Coaches will determine practice times. Games will typically be played on Monday/Tuesday.
Price: $150
1st/2nd Grade - Coach Pitch Baseball/Softball
Boys and Girls will play on separate teams
Teams will play in PAA League and practices and games will take place on various days throughout the week.
Price: $175
3rd/4th Grade - Kid Pitch Baseball/Softball
Boys and Girls will play on separate teams
Teams will play in PAA League and practices and games will take place on various days throughout the week.
Price: $175
All JK-4th practices start in March; games run from mid-April to the end of May.
5th/6th Grade Baseball/Softball
Boys and Girls will play on separate teams
Teams will play in the Shelby and PAA. Games will be on
various days throughout the week. Practices will begin mid-February.
Price: $185
Tennis:
Age Divisions: 5th & 6th Grade Girls and Boys
Price: $175
Building Blocks Pk - SK Soccer
For Girls and Boys in PK, JK and SK.
Sessions are on Saturdays:
Age 2.5 - 9:00 - 9:35 am
Age 3 - 10:00 - 10:45 am
Age 4 - 11:00 - 11:45 am
Registration through Building Blocks Soccer
Winter Sports
(Registration currently closed)
BASKETBALL
The 1st and 2nd grade teams will play an 8-game schedule in ESCRA with other churches and schools, divided by grade if numbers allow, with games starting Saturday, December 7th.
Our 3rd and 4th grade players have the option to play in either an ESCRA division or a Crosscheck division. The ESCRA division will practice 1 day a week and will be a more recreational league. The Crosscheck division will practice twice a week and will be a more competitive league with a higher commitment level.
For 5th and 6th grades, teams will be divided into Varsity, JV, and 5th/6th Combo teams based on evaluations. Varsity and JV will play in the Shelby League Small School Division, with no playtime requirements. The 5th & 6th grade combo team will play in the PAA division. Team placement is based on evaluations, and players must either attend CMDS or be actively involved in the church ministry. For questions, contact Christ Church Athletics Director Brian Maness.
JK and SK Mini Jammers season runs from January 9th to February 27th on Friday evenings. We will have two “Drills and Skills” sessions (January 9th and January 16th). A team practice is scheduled for January 23rd, and a four-game schedule will start on January 30th.
CHEER
SK-2nd Grade
Cheerleaders will have 1 practice per week and will cheer at basketball games on Saturdays.
Fall Sports (Registration in April)
VOLLEYBALL
Grades 5th-6th Girls
Practices start in August
Two divisions (Girls Varsity and Jr. Varsity)
Price: $140
Evaluations after school -TBD
CROSS COUNTRY
Grades 3rd-6th, Coed
Practices start in mid-August
3rd-5th Grades, Meets are generally on Mondays; 6th Grade, Meets are generally on Tuesdays
Price: $115
*Minimum requirement of 6 registrants
CHEER
Grades 3rd-6th
Cheering for Football (and occasionally other sports)
Practices will be once or twice a week
Price: $50 (Uniforms are an additional cost. Fittings will take place in May.)
Cheer has a separate registration. For additional information and registration, click HERE.
GOLF
Grades 5th-6th, Coed
Practices start mid-August, and matches begin after Labor Day
Price: $150 (Covers uniforms, green fees, and range fees.)
TACKLE FOOTBALL
Grades 5th-6th
Practices start in July
3-4 practices per week
One division - 5th & 6th Grade Varsity
Price: $225
FLAG FOOTBALL
Grades 1st-4th
Practices start in late August, games begin early September
Division: ESCRA (5 v 5) 1st/2nd Grade Boys & 3rd/4th Grade Boys & Girls (co-ed)
Price: $125
Flag Football - Crosscheck
Grades 3rd & 4th Boys
Practice 1-2 times a week with 8 games that will all be played at Grace Evangelical in Germantown
Division: Crosscheck competitive (7 v 7)
Price: $50 Guardians Registration Fee + $175 Crosscheck League Fee
Flag Football -4 vs. 4
JK/SK Boys
Practice 1 day a week (time/day dependent on coach)
Games will be played on Saturdays at CMDS
Price: $115
FALL SOCCER
Grades 1st-6th
Practices start in late August, games begin early September (most played on Saturdays)
Divisions: 1st/2nd Grade Boys & Girls, 3rd/4th Grade Boys & Girls and 5th/6th Grade Girls
Price: $125 (1st-4th) $140 (5th-6th girls)
MINI STRIKER SOCCER (FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS)
Grades PK, JK, and SK
Skills and Drills Session: TBD @ 5:15 pm
Team Practice: TBD @ 5:15 pm
Games: Fridays @ 5:15 pm beginning in September @ 5:15 pm at CMDS
Price: $100
Summer Camp (Registration in March)
Contact Athletics
Christ Methodist Church Athletics Staff
Brian Maness, Director of Athletic Ministry
Jeff Goodwin, Assistant Director of Athletic Ministry
Logan Harris, Ministry Assistant
