Welcome to Family Sports League News!
Welcome to the official news hub of Family Sports League—a place built with community, growth, and service at its core. As we count down to tip-off for our very first basketball season in April 2026, this page will serve as your go-to source for updates and special announcements.
Though the games haven’t begun yet, the foundation is being laid, and big things are coming. Our website officially launched on March 20th, 2025, and marks the beginning of an exciting journey—one that prioritizes inclusion, fairness, and family values.
Keep checking back here! In the coming months, we’ll be revealing some exciting new initiatives and special partnerships we can’t wait to share—with the right timing and a little bit of surprise.
Thanks for being here at the very beginning. This is more than sports—it’s the start of something meaningful. Let’s build it together.
- Family Sports League Team
"Where Family & Sports Meet"
April 2nd, 2025 - We are thrilled to announce that Family Sports League has officially partnered with the West Virginia State University Athletics Department to host our Spring 2026 Basketball Season at an incredible venue—The Flemming Hall Gymnasium!
All 9 weeks of the season will take place at this historic and well-equipped facility, which served as the primary gym for WVSU’s collegiate athletics until 2014. Flemming Hall offers everything we could ask for—and more—with amenities that align perfectly with FSL’s mission to provide a high-quality experience for all players, families, and the community.
Conveniently located just minutes from Charleston and right off the Institute exit on I-64, Flemming Hall makes attending games simple and accessible for everyone.
We extend our sincere thanks to Kelly Shepherd, Sean McAndrews & Bryan Shepherd from WVSU Athletics for their partnership and support in making this possible. We’re grateful for their hospitality and excited to tip off what promises to be an unforgettable season!
Stay tuned for more updates—Spring 2026 is going to be special!
Let's Talk Registration Fee
April 10th, 2025 - At Family Sports League, our registration fee is the cornerstone of what makes us the gold standard for convenience, family freedom, and even savings! Yes, you read that correctly — families actually save money by participating in FSL. Let’s take a closer look at how this works.
When you consider the benefits of FSL and the money typically spent on traditional youth athletic programs, the registration fee for Family Sports League becomes quite small in comparison.
First, our Central HUB program ensures that every game is a home game. Research shows that, on average, families spend between $300 and $500 just on fuel for traveling during a typical basketball season. This doesn't even include the additional costs of dining out or even hotel expenses for away games or tournaments. With Family Sports League, every game is local and close to home, meaning the money you'd normally budget for travel expenses is effectively reinvested into the FSL registration fee — without the need to sacrifice precious time on the road. But that's not all...
Family members also have the opportunity to join the FSL team and receive compensation for coaching or working at game day events. From selling tickets and merchandise to working concessions or managing the scorer’s table, every position within FSL offers an employment opportunity.
... BUT... most importantly, the greatest benefit families receive from participating in FSL is valuable time. While we could easily demonstrate how families save money with our program, the extra time at home or the freedom to engage in other activities is priceless.
With Family Sports League, we truly believe we’ve created a program with nothing but upside — no trade-offs, no sacrifices. Our mission is to serve families, and the registration fee enables us to provide top-notch services while ensuring families spend less money, not more. The way our structure works is truly amazing, and we would love for your family to join us and experience these benefits firsthand.
As always, if you have any questions or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to reach out via email. We’d be happy to start a conversation. Thank you for your interest in Family Sports League — Where Family and Sports meet!