Sports and Recreation Leagues

Meet Max Loving, Programs Coordinator at the Cortez Recreation Center! Max is passionate about creating and improving recreational programming that helps our community stay active, healthy, and connected. From youth leagues to adult fitness opportunities, he’s dedicated to building programs that inspire participation, encourage growth, and strengthen community ties. With his energy and vision, Max is excited to expand opportunities that support wellness and bring people together through recreation.

Mlovings@cortezco.gov

970-564-4080 ext. 54331

Third-Party Sports Leagues

These leagues are run independently by their own boards and are not governed by Parks and Recreation. These leagues follow all the reservation and insurance processes for facility use. 

Cortez Panthers Youth Football

Youth Softball & Baseball

Southwest Colorado Youth Baseball & Softball

BMX Club

Youth Soccer

Tri-City Youth Soccer

Youth Swim 

Cortez Water Dragons

If you manage a third-party sports league and want to reserve an athletic space for use, review the 2026 Fee Schedule and fill out our Athletic Space Request Form, and we will reach out to you. 

Recreation leagues

Sign up for a recreation league or learn more about our internal sports Here

Adult Leagues 

Don't have a team? Sign up as a free agent here

Volleyball January - April

Softball June - August 

Sand Volleyball June - August 

Woman's

Volleyball October - December

Softball May - July

Boys

Basketball October - December

Basketball January - March

Recreation League Sports at the Cortez Rec Center are more than just games—they’re a gateway to growth, connection, and community. Our leagues thrive thanks to the dedication of volunteer coaches, referees, and scorekeepers, whose time and heart make it all possible. These programs invite youth to explore a variety of sports in a supportive, low-pressure environment, helping them discover what they love while building confidence and teamwork. Along the way, they form meaningful relationships with trusted adults, learn the value of sportsmanship, and become part of a community that cheers them on—on and off the field.

If you are interested in being a coach or volunteering, contact Max Loving at mloving@cortezco.gov or fill out this interest form