Scioto Ridge UMC Upward Sports

After months of difficult conversations and many prayers, Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church will not be offering our Upward program for the 2026-2027 season. We have been blessed as a church to offer Upward for the past two decades. We have introduced many children to Jesus through basketball and cheer; we’ve connected with many families in the community and have seen lifelong friendships be built through this program. As a church we are going to take this year to look into different ministries and outreach to offer our church and our community. Thank you for sharing your children with us and we look forward to seeing where God moves us forward. To find another Upward league, please go to

Home - Upward Sports Upward Sports is the world's largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with churches to leverage sports in their community.

The church is closed today. So no Upward practices tonight!

Out of an abundance of caution and care, the church will be closed Today, Tuesday, January 27th, and all activities canceled. All staff can be reached via email through the staff list below.

STAFF LIST: https://srumc.org/staff

Scioto Ridge All Sunday Services Cancelled Due to Snow Emergency Email from Scioto Ridge UMC No activities Sunday or Monday Dear Scioto Ridge Church Family, Out of an abundance of caution and care, All Sunday (January 25th) services and activities are canceled. Add

Practices continue this Tuesday and Thursday, followed by our first games on Saturday!

WE NEED YOU!
Step into Upward this season, and you will see the joy in a child’s eyes — and know you helped spark it.

Upward Sports is one of SRUMC’s most meaningful ministries. It shapes the spiritual growth of our kids, builds confidence, and opens doors for families in our community to encounter the love of Jesus. We can’t do that without you.

If you’ve got a heart for kids, a love for community, or just a couple hours to give… there’s a place for you on the team:

🍿 Concessions Crew
Help create a warm, welcoming game-day atmosphere.
Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FACAD29A6FEC25-60793186-srumc #/

🏀 Referees
Keep the game fun, fair, and full of encouragement.
Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044AAAAB2EA3F58-60719750-upward #/

🎙️ AV + Announcer Team
Bring the energy, call the plays, and help every game feel special.
Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49AFA723A3FDC61-60895941-upward #/

Your time makes a difference. Your presence is important. Join us in helping kids grow in faith, confidence, and joy.

Upward practices begin this week! Tuesday or Thursday evening. Please reach out to your team coach with any questions.

Upward Basketball registration ends TODAY. Sign your player up for a season full of fun, teamwork, and faith.

Register at srumc.org/upward

Only two more days to register for the upcoming season of Upward!

Upward Basketball registration ends this Friday, October 31. There’s less than a week to sign your player up for a season full of fun, teamwork, and faith. Register at srumc.org/upward.

Registration is open until October 31. Pass this along to any family or friends who may be interested!

srumc.org/upward

Registration for Upward Basketball at SRUMC is still open at srumc.org/upward