These sports programs are provided through safe, fun, and competitive leagues.
Available Players
New to the community and want to join a league?
Contact the Parks and Recreation Department, and we will put you on a list of available players. Your information is then distributed to team managers at their league meetings. Please note that even though the list is distributed, it is not a guarantee that you will be placed on a team.
League and Open Sports
New teams are made on a weekly basis and play as many games as fit in a two-hour period.
Participants should bring a white and a dark jersey each week.
Information on the next season will be available in the fall Activities Brochure, published in August.
OPEN PICKLEBALL TIMES @ Community Center Gyms
Days and times are subject to change. Please check the current gym schedule for updates. Be sure to check the schedule at the front desk.
Lions Park Pickleball Etiquette and Policies are posted at the park. Please abide by these rules at all times. Signage coming soon to Scenic Heights Park.
Open play will continue on a first come, first served basis on all courts unless City sponsored events or private rentals are scheduled and some courts are not available.
If you have questions regarding pickleball policies or procedures at any location please contact Mark Schneider, Recreation Supervisor, at 952-233-9511 or mschneider@shakopeemn.gov.
If you have questions regarding the rental of pickleball courts for private play or an event please contact Sherry Dvorak, Recreation Services Manager at 952-233-9509 or sdvorak@shakopeemn.gov. Please note that we do not rent single courts, all rentals need to be made for either four or eight courts.
To register for Men's League: Men's Softball Team Registration
In most cases, returning teams will have priority registration. New teams will be accepted until leagues are full. To register a team, please complete the registration form and submit it with the required fees during the appropriate registration dates.
To view schedules and current standings: www.shakopeesoftball.com
Information on leagues that start in the fall will be in the Activities Brochure published in August.
Recreational Off-Site League
Parks and Recreation offers a men's recreational basketball league November through April for ages 19 and older.New teams are made on a weekly basis and play as many games as fit in a two-hour period.
Participants should bring a white and a dark jersey each week.
Information on the next season will be available in the fall Activities Brochure, published in August.
Adult-Only, Pickup Basketball at Community Center
The Community Center offers year-round, adult-only open basketball times for ages 18 and up.- September-April: 7-8:45 p.m. Tuesdays, 8:15-10:15 a.m. Sundays
- Year-Round: 7-9 a.m. Saturdays
Indoor Pickleball
The Community Center offers open pickleball times with nets and pickleballs available for general use. Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes with non-marking soles. Admission is free for Community Center members or included in a daily pass.OPEN PICKLEBALL TIMES @ Community Center Gyms
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. |
| Monday through Friday | 7-11 a.m. |
| Wednesday (3 courts - East Gym only) | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (September through April) |
| Thursday | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (September through April) |
| Saturday | 9:15-10:45 a.m. |
Outdoor Pickleball
There are eight dedicated pickleball courts available at Lions Park, 1103 Adams St., and four dedicated pickleball courts available at Scenic Heights Park, 1195 Ruby Lane, to use on a first come, first served basis.Lions Park Pickleball Etiquette and Policies are posted at the park. Please abide by these rules at all times. Signage coming soon to Scenic Heights Park.
Open play will continue on a first come, first served basis on all courts unless City sponsored events or private rentals are scheduled and some courts are not available.
If you have questions regarding pickleball policies or procedures at any location please contact Mark Schneider, Recreation Supervisor, at 952-233-9511 or mschneider@shakopeemn.gov.
If you have questions regarding the rental of pickleball courts for private play or an event please contact Sherry Dvorak, Recreation Services Manager at 952-233-9509 or sdvorak@shakopeemn.gov. Please note that we do not rent single courts, all rentals need to be made for either four or eight courts.
Softball Leagues
Softball is available in the summer and fall. Summer leagues are administered through the adult softball associations affiliated with the City. Fall leagues are administered through the Parks and Recreation Department. All leagues are sanctioned through USA Softball. All league games are held at Tahpah Park, 1490 Adams St., Shakopee.Summer Registration
Summer leagues for men are available on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.To register for Men's League: Men's Softball Team Registration
In most cases, returning teams will have priority registration. New teams will be accepted until leagues are full. To register a team, please complete the registration form and submit it with the required fees during the appropriate registration dates.
To view schedules and current standings: www.shakopeesoftball.com
Fall Registration
A men's fall league is available Wednesday evenings beginning in mid-August. Registration will close when leagues are filled. Sixteen teams will be taken.Game Status
Call the Parks and Recreation Weather Hotline at 952-233-9502 for updates and cancellations.Volleyball Leagues
Both women’s and co-rec leagues are offered. Women’s leagues are offered at three levels of play. The season runs from November to March. Co-rec volleyball offers a fall league (September to December) and winter league (January to March). Levels of play are determined by the number of teams registered.Information on leagues that start in the fall will be in the Activities Brochure published in August.