Upward Basketball

a basketball is going through the net of a basketball hoop .

Upward is a world-wide recreational sport organization that has a strong foundation in the Christian faith. Athletes are taught how to play basketball and cheer, but most importantly, they learn how to live their lives honoring God. Our coaches teach some great life lessons while encouraging our athletes to memorize scripture and its application.


The Upward basketball and cheer season last for 8 weeks from January through March (practices begin in December). Each team plays one game per week and all games take place on Saturdays. Teams practice once per week. An important part of this practice hour is to pause, sit together, and talk about the Life Application lesson for that week. 


Our desire is to provide a great experience at Upward so that they walk about feeling like a champion.

about Upward

a logo for upward basketball and cheer at flushing community church

We had an incredible 2026 season and we’re thrilled to gear up for our 2027 season!


UPWARD 2027 SEASON MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

  • Early Registration Opens: October 1 2026
  • Early Registration Closes: October 31 2026
  • Register early because our program does fill up
  • Evaluations & Uniform Fittings: November 8 & 9 2026
  • Practices Begin: December 7-18 2026 (only one weekday a week)
  • Games Start: January 9 2027
  • Season Duration: 8 weeks, with a break during Presidents Day weekend


If you have any other question email us at upward@flushingcommunity.org

What a Typical Upward

 Season Looks Like

While our season is currently in progress, we love giving families a snapshot of how an Upward Basketball & Cheer season is structured each year:

  • Early Registration: Opens October 1st
     Registration fills quickly, so early sign-up is encouraged.
  • Evaluations & Uniform Fittings: in November
    These help us place players on teams and ensure proper uniform sizing.
  • Practices Begin: in December for 2 weeks only
     Practices meet once per week on a weekday.
  • Games Begin: January 

         The season is 8 weeks long and includes a break during Presidents Day weekend.