The Upward Sports Basketball League is an off-shoot of the Oronaz league which has hosted basketball for over two decades. This season Jordan Crossing Ministries graciously offered to partner with Upward Sports to carry-on this amazing league and bless the families of our community. This season's games will be hosted by Oroville Youth Sports Center (OYSC) & Oroville Southside Community Improvement Association (OSCIA) The league is for all families seeking a program that develops the total athlete mentally, athletically, spiritually, and socially. Upward Sports athletes grow in character, confidence, faith, and sportsmanship. The league is sponsored by Jordan Crossing Ministries who is one of many participating churches in a program that is available across the nation. For more information please click the picture above to learn more about Upward sports (they do not just host basketball, inquire about other league options!).

2026/27 Uniform Reveal

League information

The winter 2026-27 season will include 8 games, and 10 practices. No experience is necessary! All teams will practice and play games at either the OSCIA Location (2959 Lower Wyandotte Rd. Oroville, CA 95966), or Oroville Youth Sports Center (1950 Kitrick Ave) Registration opens October 3rd, 2026. Please don’t delay, as registration will close when we meet our max for each division, which could be sooner than the end date.

Cost: $140 for early registration (10/3/2026-10/31/2026) includes 10 practices, 8 games, reversible full uniform, and end of season gift. $150 regular registration 11/1/2026-11/16/2026.

Divisions: Teams will be limited to ten players. Please note that registration numbers will determine final grade division make-up. (**may be subject to change**)

K5 Boys and Girls
1st/2nd Grade Boys, 1st/2nd Grade Girls
3rd/4th Grade Boys, 3rd/4th Grade Girls
5th/6th Grade Boys, 5th/6th Grade Girls
7th/8th Grade Boys, 7th/8th Grade Girls

One friend/carpool request is welcomed but not guaranteed. Please use the Friend request link or notes field when registering to alert us of your friend request. You may also email info@upwardsportsoroville.org

Practices: One-hour practices weekly from January 4th through February 25th (Mo, Tue, Wed, or Thu), along with two weeks of practice before Christmas Break starting the week of December 7th. Practice includes a half-time break for the team to come together and share a devotional.

Games: The season will include eight weekly one-hour Saturday games, each featuring a half-time devotional. Games location and times is to be determined but usually run all day Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Serving

Upward Volunteers are needed:

Coaches: Parents are encouraged to sign up to coach. All practice materials and equipment (practice schedule, drills, cones, and character lessons) will be provided. For additional information about coaching, please email info@upwardsportsoroville.org or click HERE to be contacted.
Referees: Anyone Jr High-age or older is welcome to help referee. This is a great opportunity for high schoolers looking to fulfill community service hours. All training and equipment are provided. For additional information about refereeing, please email info@upwardsportsoroville.org or click HERE to be contacted.
- Other roles: There are many additional ways to volunteer! Be a scorekeeper, help with Evaluation Day, Assistant Coach, gym setup/tear down, become a Prayer Partner Please email info@upwardsportsoroville.org or click here