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Upward Sports

About Upward Sports

Established in 1995, Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports provider. Upward Sports is the only organization that offers the 360 Progression™, a uniquely designed total sports experience that adapts and expands as players grow in their personal athletic journeys. The 360 Progression develops total athletes mentally, athletically, spiritually, and socially – producing players who excel both on and off the field. 

Today, approximately half a million players at more than 2,000 churches in 47 states participate in camps, clinics, and leagues through Upward Sports’ Recreation Division.

Our Mission

Promoting the Discovery of Jesus Through Sports.

Our Values

The Expectation of God Moments – We believe that God is at work all around us.
For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. – Ephesians 2:10

The Life of Integrity – We believe that how we live is more important than what we say.
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. – Galatians 2:20

The Opportunity to Serve – We believe that it is a privilege to serve others.
For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. – Mark 10:45

The Discipline of Excellence – We believe in exceeding expectations.
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed; do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. – Colossians 3:17

The Priority of Children – We believe that every child is a winner.
In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should be lost. – Matthew 18:14

2023-2024 Upward Season

Upward Basketball & Cheerleading registrations are now open!

Our Coaches & volunteers can’t wait to build a love for Christ & Basketball or Cheerleading in your child. Your young athletes will learn skills on & off the court while learning Biblical truths in an environment that allows every child an opportunity to grow.

If you are interested in volunteering (coaching, assisting, or refereeing) or registering your child to play, you can register at the links below. If you register before October 31st the cost per child is $85.00 and will increase to $90.00 after October 31st. We are in need of coaches, so if you are interested in coaching with us please complete the volunteer registration.

• PARTICIPANTS REGISTRATION: https://registration.upward.org/UPW85264

• VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION: https://registration.upward.org/UPW85264/volunteer

We have three evaluation dates scheduled for Friday October 27th (6-9 p.m.), Friday, November 17th (6-9 p.m.) and Saturday November 18th (9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.). Your child will only need to attend one of these times and can come at any time during the timeframe listed.

Cheerleaders will not be evaluated on skills but are encouraged to attend evaluations to try on uniforms.


For any questions please contact:


Rev. Nick Garner
Next Generation Pastor/Upward Director
FBC Creedmoor
ngarner@fbccreedmoor.org
919-528-2351 ext. 103