BASKETBALL PROGRAM FAQ
Are there tryouts?
There will not any tryouts, however, teams will be put together within an age group and we will have a skills evaluation day in order to balance out the teams.

Can my child play on the team with his/her friend?
Due to the many factors involved in trying to make fair and balanced teams, we can not always grant your request though we will take your request under consideration when the teams are formed. When you register, write the friend's name down in the g

Do my parents have to be police officers to participate in this league?
No you do not. The league is open to all players in the community.

How do I contact the SJ PAL Basketball League office if I have some more questions?
You can contact the league's office at 408-272-9725, or at 408-830-7011. The e-mail address is mark.muldrow@sanjoseca.gov.

How do I register?
Go to www.sjpdpal.com/basketball and follow the instructions.

My child really wants to play with a certain coach. Can he/she play on the coach's team
As stated in the previous answer, please make your request when you register. We will review the requests and then make the appropriate decision deemed necessary in order to create balanced teams

What happens if my child decides not to play, do I get my money back?
If you request in writing a refund before the first game, you will get a refund less $10 for the processing fee

What if I sign my child up to play for a certain team but there are not enough players in his/her age group to form a team?
We will place your child on another team that needs players. Depending on the circumstances, we will merge the two smaller teams together to make one team.

What is the cost?
The cost of the league will be $75.00 before September 10th and $90.00 after September 10th until teams are full or the Season Opening Day.

Where are the games?
All games will be played at Orchard School Gym & Event Center

CHEERLEADING PROGRAM FAQ
How do I sign-up my daughter for the cheer program?
Sign-ups

What is the age limit for the cheer program?
Age limits

FOOTBALL PROGRAM FAQ
How do I sign-up my son for the football program?
Sign-ups

What are the age limits for football?
Age limits

What are the weight limits for football?
Weight limits

What do I need to do if I want to coach?
Coach requirements

GIRLS SOFTBALL PROGRAM FAQ
Are there sports clinics/camps available?
Clinics

Are uniforms included in the price of registration?
Fees

Can I become a Coach/Volunteer?
Helping out

How and when do I sign up?
Registration

How long does the season last?
Season

How much does it cost?
Fees

What are age groups?
Ages for Participation

Where are practice locations, days of practice and times for practice?
Locations

Where do we play?
Locations

PAL PROGRAM FAQ
Do I need to provide a birth certificate for registration?
Proof of Age

How do I Become a PAL SPONSOR
Contact information for Sponsorship

What is PAL?
Explains PAL

PAL PROGRAM FAQ
How do I pay
You can pay by debit card, credit card or e-check. You should receive an e-mail confirmation of your transaction.

PONY BASEBALL PROGRAM FAQ
Can I fax in the 3 page Code of Ethics and Parental Consent forms?

Do I need to live in San Jose in order to play Pony Baseball? What are the boundaries?
Boundaries

How do I register my child for PAL Pony baseball?
Registration

How old does my child need to be in order to participate in the PAL Pony baseball program?
Ages for Participation

What is the cost to play Pony baseball? What does this fee include?
Fees

When and where will tryouts be held?

When does the PAL baseball season start?

When is picture day?

SOCCER PROGRAM FAQ
Are Co-Ed leagues offered?
Co-Ed play

Are there sports clinics/camps available?
Clinics

Are uniforms included in the price of registration?
Fees

Can I become a Coach/Volunteer?
Helping out

How and when do I sign up?
Registration

How long does the season last?
Season

How much does it cost?
Fees

What are age groups?
Ages for Participation

Where are practice locations, days of practice and times for practice?
Locations & Times

Where do we play?
Locations