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RECREATION

The City of Gonzales is committed to enhancing the sporting activities of our young people throughout our community – we offer a wide array of activities to choose from. Learn more about upcoming opportunities below.

As a cornerstone of our City’s commitment to wellness, education, and community engagement, the Freeland Jackson Center will provide a vibrant and inclusive space for youth, families, and senior citizens alike. Whether through organized sports like basketball, volleyball, and pickleball, or through enriching educational programs and lifelong learning initiatives, this center will be a hub of activity, connection and opportunity. The Freeland Jackson Center is expected to open in January 2026.

League/Facilities Information

TEAM OF DREAMS LEAGUE AND FIELD

2025 Season dates:

September 22/23
September 29/30
October 6/7
October 13/14
October 20/21
October 27/28
November 3/4
November 10/11

Stay tuned for Spring Registration dates.

We are an all-abilities baseball league serving the youth and young adults of Ascension parish and surrounding areas. This league is for individuals who use wheelchairs, individuals with physical disabilities, or individuals with intellectual disabilities. This league is meant for athletes of all ages! If you have an interest in participating, volunteering, or would like more information, please contact teamofdreamsgonzales@gmail.com.

Field Rentals

For specific field rentals, please contact the Recreation Director at ranita@gonzalesla.com.

Sporting Events and Activities

BASKETBALL

Gonzales Youth Basketball League Registration opens November 3, 2025, and runs through November 29, 2025. The cost is $75 per player. Registration will be online and in person at City Hall. Practices will begin in December 2025.

The age groups for GYBL are ages 6-7, 8-10, 11-12 and 13-15.

Badges for Basketball, I’m Great Volleyball, and Biddy Ball will be updated when available.

After talking with our coaches, we’ve decided to wait until the new Freeland Jackson Center is complete before starting league play. This will help us avoid scheduling conflicts with AAU, Ascension Youth Basketball League, and Biddi Ball, and it means we’ll soon be able to enjoy basketball games year-round!

In the meantime, we’re planning two days of drafting and one week of conditioning and fundamentals in December. These sessions are included in the $75 registration fee.

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BASEBALL/SOFTBALL

AP Baseball: info@apbaseball.com

Travel Baseball Teams:

Southern Chargers (225)264-4224
Tsunami Baseball (225)519-4178
Ascension Rays (225)933-5655
Voodoo Baseball (985)05-4994

Travel Softball Teams:

LA Blazers Elite (225)363-4895
Outlaws Select 2030 (225)485-1184
Lady Hawks (225)290-9345

SOCCER

Ages 5-19
Ascension Flight Soccer Club

LACROSSE

Ascension Parish Pelicans: (601) 951-1238

CROQUET

FLAG FOOTBALL

Listed here are independent flag football teams in Gonzales:

Hurricanes (225)363-4379
LA Prospect – laprospectslc@yahoo.com
Ascension Cougars (225)324-0582
Adult-Gonzales Flag Football (504)231-2941
Bayou Ballers (225)313-8788 (boys and girls)

SWIMMING

SELA Aquatics manages the Jambalaya Park Pool. Please visit https://www.jambalayaparkpool.com/ for more information about daily swim rates and swim team information.

PICKLEBALL

The Gonzales Pickleball Courts are located at Municipal Park and are open from 8am to 9pm. Free play is from 8am to 5pm. After 5pm, there is a $5 per adult fee. Please contact the Recreation Director for court reservations.

TENNIS

Gonzales Tennis Courts are located at Municipal Park and are open from 8am to 9pm. Free play is from 8am to 5pm. After 5pm there is a $5 per adult fee. Please contact the Recreation Director for court reservations.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Ranita Claiborne, Acting Recreation Director

HELPFUL LINKS

Helplines & Emergency Services

For major emergencies, including but not limited to life-threatening situations, please dial 911 for immediate assistance. For mental health support, please dial 988.

225.647.2841

Our City

Quick Links

City of Gonzales, Louisiana
City Hall
120 South Irma Boulevard
Gonzales, Louisiana 70737

Phone: 225.647.2841

Fax: 228.647.9557

City Hall Hours:
Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (Drive-thru service only)