Sports the ROC way!
Our children's recreation ministry feature programs are designed to uphold that every child is a winner. This three-focus strategy promotes:

1. Salvation - to share the love of Jesus Christ with everyone involved
2. Character - to help every child grow as Jesus did - spiritually, physically, mentally and socially
3. Self-Esteem - to help every child grow in their understanding and enjoyment of sports

The ROC emphasises Christ-likeness and good sportsmanship. In addition, the ROC seeks to strengthen children and familes by:

• Facilitating an atmosphere of sportmanship by not keeping league standings in any division
• Allowing the coach to focus on ministry instead of strategy by giving all children an equal opportunity to play
• Training coaches and referees to encourage and teach, not intimidate
• Maximizing ministry opportunities by exposing children to scripture-based devotions and half-time testimonies
• Providing opportunities to see changed hearts and lives among children, family members and volunteers

Sports
Basketball, Cheerleading & Volleyball

Now offering Upward Baseball & Softball!

Upward promotes character and self-esteem in every child by:

• Providing an evaluation system that promotes equal teams and opportunities
• Establishing a one-hour practice and game each week
• Impletenting a substitution system for each team, allowing every child equal playing time
• Creating the opportunity for every child to learn the skills of the game

Today's sports culture has created a "win at all cost" mentality, However, Upward defines winning as learning and/or teaching lessons in the game of life. The emphasis is placed on having fun and good sportsmanship.

Scholarships
A scholarship fund has been established for the youth sports programs offered through the ROC. For more information, call 816.268.1526

Volunteers
If you have a heart for kids or sports, then this is the place for you. For more information, call 816.268.1526.

Opportunities to serve:

• Coaches
• Assistant coaches
• Cheer Squad Leaders
• Referees
• Devotion Leaders
• Team Parents
• Greeters
• Prayer Partners
• Gym Attendants
• Score Keepers
• Directors
• Commmissioners