Athletics

The Parks, Recreation, and Culture Athletics unit is responsible for developing and implementing youth and adult athletic programs, coordinating tournaments and competitions, and serving as a liaison with area youth sports leagues.

Adult Leagues & Activities

Adult Softball League

Registration begins at 5:30 pm on a first-come, first-served basis. League fees are due at registration. Call Athletics for more information.

  • Location: Diamond Plex
  • Contact Number: 863-298-7687
  • League Fees: $450 per team (10 game season)
  • Divisions: Men's Church, Lower and Upper Men's, and Lower Co-ed

Senior Softball

Senior softball is played throughout the year on Tuesdays and Fridays. Players need to arrive by 8:30 am.

  • Location: Diamond Plex
  • Contact Name: Don Witmer
  • Contact Number: 863-860-5381
  • Fee: $40 annually
  • Ages: 55 and older

Adult Kickball

Kickball is offered throughout the year. Call for more information Athletics for more information.

  • Location: Diamond Plex
  • Fee: $250 per team

Winter Haven Horseshoe Club

  • Location: Rotary Park
  • Contact Name: Joe West
  • Contact Number: 863-422-2053

Outdoor - Youth Sports Leagues

Greater Winter Haven Youth Baseball (GWHYB)

GWHYB has a Fall and Spring season each year. Therefore, onsite registration assistance is available by appointment only. Please email us to make an appointment.

Miss Winter Haven Softball

  • Location: January Phyl Village Park
  • Contact Name: John Surrency
  • Contact Number: 863-258-5179
  • Website: Miss WH Softball

WH Wolverines Dixie Youth Baseball / Softball League

  • Location: Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center
  • Contact Name: Bernita Riley
  • Contact Number:863-287-3122

Youth Soccer "WHYSA"

Winter Haven Youth Soccer Association (WHYSA) offers multiple soccer seasons at various skill levels, from recreational to competitive.

  • Location: Simmers-Young Park
  • Contact Email: Email the WHYSA:
  • Ages: U5 - U14
  • Fee: $80 (includes jersey, shorts, and socks)
  • Website: WHYSA

Winter Haven Youth Football

Stay tuned for upcoming registration.

  • Location: Sertoma Park
  • Contact Name: TBA
  • Contact Number: TBA

Winter Haven Wolverines Mid Fla Football

  • Location: Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center
  • Contact Name: Bernita Riley
  • Contact Number: 863-287-3122

Indoor - Youth Sports Leagues

Youth Basketball "Hoops Haven"

  • Location: AdventHealth Fieldhouse "East Entry 3" (210 Cypress Gardens Boulevard)
  • Contact Name: Frances Woodside
  • Contact Number: 863-667-8736 *Text preferred.
  • Ages: Boys and girls 6 to 12
  • Fee: $60
  • Information: TBA

Youth Volleyball "Warrior Athletics"

  • Location: AdventHealth Fieldhouse "East Entry 3" (210 Cypress Gardens Boulevard)
  • Contact Name: Emma Rush
  • Contact Number: 863-640-0670
  • Contact Email: warriorathelticsvball@gmail.com
  • Website: Warrior Athletics
  • Recreation Program: The season will run April 27th - May 27th with practices on Monday and Wednesday evenings. To register visit the Warrior Athletics website,  www.warriorathleticslakeland.com. Registration closes April 26th!
  • Information: Mini Club, Club Volleyball, Clinics and Camps, Recreational programs, and more can be found on our website, Facebook (Warrior Athletics, LLC), and Instagram (warriorathleticsvball).