UPWARD MINISTRY

Are you looking for a sports league where your child can participate in a wholesome environment?

Upward® Basketball & Cheerleading are two wonderful programs where every child is a winner. Upward® is also a great place for your child to develop his or her character and self-esteem.

Unlike traditional sports programs, Upward® is structured so that children participate in practices and game play without league standings. Every child is allowed equal playing time and equal opportunity for involvement. Characteristics such as sportsmanship, kindness and character are valued as winning qualities.

The Upward® Cheerleader Program is set upon a wholesome foundation as well. In Upward® Cheerleadering, the squads do not engage in the use of cheers that include negative language, and the squads cheer for both participating teams.

Upward® Basketball & Cheerleading is a place where every child is a winner. It is about developing the winner in every child. In fact, Upward® is about the most important game of all–life! Involve your child today.

Volunteers Needed

Player Registration Information

Registration for basketball and cheerleading before July 19th  is $70.00 per child
Registration for basketball and cheerleading after July 19th is $80.00 per child

To register click on the link below

Evaluation and Orientation

Evaluations are conducted before teams are assigned. The evaluations will take place at the Southern Middle School gym and will last approximately 15–20 minutes.
During the evaluation, each player’s height will be recorded, they will be measured for uniforms, and they will participate in offensive and defensive position drills.

Evaluation and Orientation Dates:
Kindergarten – 2nd grade: Monday, July 20, 5 to 7 pm
3rd – 9th grades: Tuesday, July 21, 5 to 7 pm
All ages make-up: Saturday, July 25, 9 to 11:30 am

Game and Practice Locations

Practices and games are held at Southern Middle School Gym.
Practices are 1 hour each week and games are on Saturdays.

Southern Middle School
717 Johnson Street
Aberdeen, NC 28315

Contact Information

League Director: Larry Richardson, (252)230-6871, ler23892@yahoo.com
Co-League Director: Bryce Thorpe, (540)424-0249, baldbyrce@yahoo.com
Cheer Director: Leah Wood, (770)689-9576, leah.wood06@gmail.com

Upward basketball and cheer will resume in August 2026