Truth Sports Leagues
WHAT ARE TRUTH SPORTS LEAGUES?
Truth Sports Leagues (TSL) are unique to most youth sports programs. Our focus is on child development and fun interaction.
In our leagues, kids and their families come before winning.
That’s why every child gets to play in each week’s games under friendly, mentoring coaches who love kids, not just competition.
What does the season look like?
We conclude each season with a tournament and awards ceremony. Each participant will receive a trophy depending on what place their team finishes in and each child is also eligible for other individual awards.
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
THURS 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Soccer Practices (Aug-Oct)
SAT 9:00 -11:00 AM
Soccer Games (Aug-Oct)
THURS 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Basketball Practices (Jan-Mar)
SAT 9:00 -11:00 AM
Basketball Games (Jan-Mar)
Who can play? What’s the cost?
Boys & girls ages 7-12 are eligible to play basketball and soccer.
Our cost is $35 per child, which includes all league fees and a numbered team jersey each child gets to keep.
Families are important to us as well, so we do what we can to make the practice and game environments fun and relaxing while everyone watches the kids play!
We’d love to have you join us this season!
Ready to play?
Unfortunately, registration for our Spring 2024 Basketball season is now full.
Please use the waitlist to sign up, and we will inform you closer to January 20th if your child is able to join the league.
Opening day is January 20th, and the final tournament is on March 30th. Children need to be between the ages of 7-12 as of January 20th to play. Generally 7-9 year olds will be in the younger league and 10-12 year olds in the older league.
You can contact us with any questions.
Where is TSL held?
Winter Basketball: Both the practices and games are held at Truth Baptist Church, in our gym on the right-hand side of the building.
Fall Soccer: Practices and games are held at Truth Baptist Church, on our fields behind the building.
How did TSL begin?
Truth Sports Leagues is a ministry of Truth Baptist Church. The leagues started in 2004 out of a desire to more effectively reach out and get to know the community of the greater Hartford area.
Every season, our operational staff consists of church volunteers who are trustworthy, friendly, and have a heart to serve the families and kids involved in the sports leagues.
Our coaches and assistant coaches are carefully selected volunteers who not only have a knowledge of the game, but also possess a love for children and a desire to see them grow in athletic ability, in character, and in their walk with God.
Keith Tower has managed the Truth Sports Leagues since the first season. As league manager he directs the operational functions of the league workers, and serves as the key point of contact for all support staff, coaches, players, and their parents. To contact Keith, email him at ktower@truthbaptistchurch.org.
THE MISSION OF TSL
Our mission at Truth Sports Leagues is to give a clear picture of God and His love to the kids and families of the greater Hartford community.
In our estimation, if all we do is teach kids the skills of a sport, we’ve failed them and their parents. Our desire is to see kids grow outwardly in their skills and athletic abilities, but more importantly we want to see them develop strong character and a deeper relationship with God. That’s why fun and personal development are more important to us than winning and competition.
Competitive sports leagues have their needed place, but if you’re interested in more than the win-loss column, Truth Sports Leagues is the right league for you!