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1. Who do I make payment to?

For Parish Leagues (Youth Baseball, Youth Softball, Youth Soccer, and Biddy Basketball), payments are made on-line through the Recreation Department's Registration web page, Sports Illustrated Play.

2. How does registration work?

For Parish Leagues, register and pay online.  If you have any questions, please contact Angie Berthelot at the Recreation Office, 225-562-2337.

3. How do I find out about registration information?

Information pertaining to registration is posted on the St. James Parish and the St. James Parish Recreation web pages.  Information can also by obtained by called the Recreation Office, 225-562-2337.  

4. When does registration start?

The registration period is determined by the Recreation Department Coordinators.  Registration is generally open for one month, depending on the sport.

• Youth Baseball:  registration typically begins mid-February and runs through mid-March
• Youth Soccer:  registration typically begins mid-July and runs through mid-August.
• Biddy Basketball:  registration runs through the month of October.

5. How do I find out if a game is rained out or canceled?

Information on rainouts or cancellations will be posted on our St. James Parish Recreation web page under Site Links.  Also, an email will be sent to all registered players if the rainout or cancellation occurs with enough time for notification.  Last minute cancellations or rainouts will typically bt communicated by the team coaches. 

6. What does the registration fee cover?

The registration fee covers the cost of all or part of the uniform for the participant.

• Youth Baseball:  jersey, baseball pants, cap, and belt
• Youth Soccer:  uniform shirt and socks
• Biddy Basketball:  uniform shirt and shorts

7. What if we choose not to participate?

If you choose not to participate, please call the Recreation Office, 225-562-2337 to discuss refund information.  However, once uniforms are ordered, refunds will NOT be issued.

8. How do I find out what team my child is on or when practice begins?

Once teams are divided, the coach of your child's team will contact you about practice and game schedules.

9. When will schedules be posted?

Schedules are usually posted one to two weeks before a league starts.  Paper copies of schedules are distributed by the coaches once they receive them from the Recreation Office. 

10. Who selects teams for recreation sports leagues?

The Recreation Department along with the coaches hold a draft to choose all teams. 

11. What if my child is not receiving enough playing time?

The Recreation Department emphasizes the importance that every player plays adequate amount of time.  We inform the coaches that all players will play.  If you feel that your child is not receiving enough playing time, please contact your child's coach.  Then, please inform the Recreation Administrator about the situation.  The coach reserves the right to discipline any player due to conduct detrimental to the team and frequent absenteeism from scheduled practices.  

12. Who selects coaches for recreation sports teams?

The Recreation Department is responsible for selecting the coaches.