Programs
Sports & recreation
Children play, learn, and get healthy in programs at the Decatur Park District! You'll find team sports like baseball, basketball, soccer and cheerleading and individual sports such as golf, tumbling, tennis, swimming and track and field.
Decatur Baseball/Softball League
The Decatur Park District's goal is to grow baseball and softball in our community and provide great summer experiences for kids of all ages.
Leagues are available for boys and girls aged 5 - 18, who have experience in the sport and are looking for a more competitive environment to grow into better ball players.
For more information on sponsorship or volunteer opportunities please call Sam Jordan at sjordan@decparks.com or by phone, 429-3472.
Schedule Cancellations & Changes
Rainout/Cancellation Schedule for July 19
Sophmore Girls Tournament in Argenta & Maroa
Sophmore Girls Gold Division Schedule
Sophmore Girls Red Division Schedule
Sophmore Girls Final 4 Schedule
Sponsors
Thank you to our valued sponsors for the 2010 Baseball/Softball season! Your generosity will help provide equipment and scholarships for children who might otherwise be unable to afford the cost of baseball or softball.
Home Run Sponsorship
Play It Again Sports
Earthen Pottery
Jerger Pediatric Dentistry
Dockside Restaurant
Koala Construction
Decatur Earthmover Credit Union
BKD, LLP
Refreshment Services Pepsi
Mountain Dew
Dr. Pepper
Aquafina
Little Caesar's Pizza
Triple Sponsorship
Land of Lincoln Credit Union
Eagle Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home
G & L Foods, Inc.
El Corral Mexican Restaurant, Inc.
Special thanks to Tate & Lyle, the Park District's athletics partner!
Need to find the location of your child's or grandchild's game? View the maps below for ball diamond locations at these Decatur Park District parks:
E & E
E & E ball diamond is a property of Decatur Public School District #61 and is adjacent to Baum Elementary School. The address is 801 S. Lake Ridge Ave., Decatur 62521.
Driving directions: access from U.S. 36/Rt.121. From 36/121, turn east on North Country Club Rd. and continue around curve. At road split, stay right for Cantrell St. Pass Circle Drive, Pine Hill and Cedar Hill drives. Lake Ridge will be ahead on your right.
Summer Day Camp and Teen club at the disc
Kids can meet up with friends, enjoy a wide range of sports and take great field trips at the Summer Day Camp and Teen Club at the DISC! Youth stay active with rock wall climbing at the DISC, soccer, volleyball, basketball and lots more!
View the 2010 Summer Day Camp Book for more information.
Arts/Dance
Looking for an exciting opportunity in the arts this summer? Take part in the Park District's Dance & Drama Camp! Classes are available for beginners to advanced, preschool to adult. Ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and drama classes will be offered in 4-week sessions. For more info, call Megan Mooney at 422-5911.
For more information, click here for the Park District arts pages...
Tennis
Tennis is fun! With the Decatur Park District’s youth tennis programs, your kids will enjoy active summer fun and learn more about this great lifetime sport. Tennis sessions are offered for beginners to seasoned experts and are led by the Decatur Athletic Club’s Director of Tennis, Chuck Kuhle. All programs are held at the USTA award-winning Fairview Park Tennis Complex.
Fairview Park Tennis Complex
Winner of the 2008 USTA Outstanding Facility Award
Ursula Beck Tennis Clubhouse
9 competition-grade courts
leagues, tournaments, clinics and lessons
Click on the programs list above to find more information about these great tennis options!
Tiny Tots Tennis
Tiny Tots is the perfect beginner's class for kids aged 3-5.
Date: Mondays, June 7 - July 26
Time: 9 - 9:30 a.m. or 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Cost: $20/resident & $25/non-resident 
10 and Under Tennis with USTA
Ten & Under will divide courts into segments and use smaller areas, smaller nets, foam tennis balls and youth friendly racquets
Date/Time: Tuesdays, June 8 - July 27, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursdays, June 10 - July 29, 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Cost: $60 (includes team uniform, racquet, foam ball, & extras)
Beginner Tennis
This class is designed for players aged 11 - 12 and meets twice a week for 1 hour.
Date: Mondays & Wednesdays, June 7 - July 28
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Cost: $40/resident & $45/non-resident
Teen Tennis
Classes for players aged 13+ meet twice a week. Levels of play offered: beginner and intermediate teen.
Date/Time:
Beginner - Mondays & Wednesdays, June 7 - July 28, 1 - 2 p.m.
Intermediate - Mondays & Wednesdays, June 7 - July 28, 2 - 3 p.m.
Cost: $40/resident & $45/non-resident
R.D. McMillen USTA Junior Team Tennis
Players are placed on teams and play singles and doubles matches each week.
Date/Time:
18 & under - Thursdays, May 27 - July 15, 6 - 8 p.m.
14 & under - Tuesdays, June 1 - July 20, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Tennis Pro Tips Nights 
Receive tips from local pros and experienced players on improving your technique and match play.
Date: Wednesdays, June 9 - July 21
Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $3/person
Adult Single Ladders New this year!
Men's and women's singles challenge ladders! Tennis staff will call players eah week to set up matches. New balls provided each week.
Date: June 7 - July 25
Fee: $40