Youth Sports Collective · Lake Forest, California

Frequently Asked Questions

California youth sports built around growth, teamwork and character.

Programmes

What sports do you offer and when do they start?

Youth Sports Collective offers Basketball and Soccer as open programmes. Baseball was scheduled for September 2026, Softball for November 2026, Volleyball for Winter 2026 and Football for Spring 2027. Scheduled launch dates do not confirm a programme has started. Please contact the relevant athletic director for the latest availability.

Registration

How do I register my child?

Visit the registration page to select a sport and review the information to prepare. This preview is not connected to a registration platform and cannot submit an application. Contact support@youthsportscollective.org or an athletic director to confirm the official registration process.

Ages and levels

Which ages and experience levels can take part?

Age groups, eligibility, team placement and available spaces must be confirmed with the director of your selected programme. The Collective focuses on positive coaching and structured development. No specific age range or placement is guaranteed by this website.

Safety

Where can I find the safety guides and background checks?

The Safety and Resources page links directly to the published Safe Sport Guide, Safe Sport and Risk Guide and secure YSC Background Checks portal. Background-check applications should be completed with the screening provider, not through a general contact form.

Coaches

Who leads each sport?

Pearse Flaws is the Basketball Athletic Director. Bella Williams and Sophia Williams are Soccer Co-Athletic Directors. Kyle Hardman is the Baseball and Softball Athletic Director. Volleyball and Football director details must be confirmed with the Collective.

The Underdog Foundation

What is The Underdog Foundation?

The Underdog Foundation operates alongside Youth Sports Collective to help make youth sports accessible. Contact the Collective to discuss current support, eligibility, volunteering or ways to help. No particular grant or financial award is promised.

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