Recreation

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

 

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 Department at 225.644.1210.

Sporting Events and Activities

BASKETBALL 

Gonzales Youth Basketball League is affiliated with Junior NBA. Registration is now open for the 2026-2027 season! To register, please use the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPmBSoBk3GnDlm9htVLyG2cE2UCo3ejCUEPYDA2DNfRmoxFA/viewform?usp=header

In-person registration is available at the Freeland Jackson Center located at 1400 S. Darla Avenue, Gonzales, Louisiana 70737. Registration times are 7am-5pm, Monday-Thursday.

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

 

Badges for Basketball, I’m Great Volleyball, and Junior NBA 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!

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

 

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
Marvin Glover

Recreation Manager

225.644.1209

Jhontre R. Green

Program Coordinator

225.644.1210

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.