⚙️ Tryouts and Assessments for Fall (May)
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-31
All fall sports authorized to host tryouts in accordance with Tryout/Practice Guidelines (2022-2023) or 10.1 Universal Guidelines https://cdowcym.org/empowering-disciples/athletics/universal-rulebook/.

May tryouts and assessments with current students is limited to four dates and all coaches and coordinators must be familiar with affiliation guidelines and mandates.

22nd CYM Recognition Dinner
2026-05-20 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Royal Prime Events, 1131 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE, 19901, United States
Please join the CYM Office for the 22nd Annual CYM Recognition Dinner, where we celebrate the outstanding work that has been accomplished in all areas of ministry. It is a true honor and blessing to lift up those whose hard work may go unrecognized throughout the year, but who nevertheless contribute to the mission of the Church in spreading the Good News through all that they do. In addition, we encourage all parish and school leaders to consider nominating young people and adults for awards.
The dinner will take place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Royal Prime Events in Bally’s Casino and Hotel, Dover, DE.
Award nominations and registration are available on the event website below.

❌ Memorial Day Break
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-25
No CYM Sports activities and events, including practices permitted.

✍️ CYM Sports Registration Opens
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-05
The 2026 CYM Sports Registration opens this week.
For more information on registration overview, head to www.cymsports.com or https://cdowcym.org/athletics/.

To register as a returning participant, click here.
To register as a first-year participant, click here.

❌ Last Day of School for Students
2026-06-11

Diocesan Office Holiday- Juneteenth Day
2026-06-19
📌 DIOCESAN OFFICES CLOSED.

🎆 Diocesan Office Holiday- Independence Day
2026-07-03

⚙️ Tryouts for Fall Sports
2026-07-20 - 2026-08-02
All fall sports authorized to host tryouts in accordance with Tryout/Practice Guidelines (2022-2023) or 10.1 Universal Guidelines https://cdowcym.org/empowering-disciples/athletics/universal-rulebook/.

Coaches and Coordinators must be familiar with guidelines as tryouts prior to the official start of practice season does not apply to all programs/teams.

⚠️ Deadline: Fall Team Submission Sheet
2026-08-01 16:30
Final day to submit Team Submission Sheet for Fall Sports consideration.

Add/Drop available until generation of Fall Schedule.
CYM reserves the right to leave programs behind, or consolidate teams, in accordance with this policy.
CYM reserves right to access penalty fees for roster additions or drops after generating the Fall Schedule.

⚠️ Deadline: Location Availability & Fall Conflicts
2026-08-01 16:30
Final day to submit Location Availability & Fall Conflict sheet for Fall Sports consideration.

CYM reserves the right to move forward with schedule generation in the absence of submission, in accordance with policy. This may impact potential games played at home facility.

🌟 Fall Practice Season 🌟
2026-08-03
All fall sports may begin officially practicing in accordance with 10.1 Universal Guidelines.

📌 Release: Fall Sport's Schedules
2026-08-08
Fall Sports schedules released on www.cymsports.com.

The schedule may release earlier, provided all information is available to the CYM Office to release.
Once posted, the schedule is final with no revisions unless in accordance to standard CYM policies.

⚠️ Deadline: Coach Submission of Fall Rosters
2026-08-20
Final day and deadline for local coaches/coordinators to submit their rosters to Athletic Association Representatives (AAR) for approval by 11:59pm.

🎥 Meeting for Athletic Association Representatives (Fall)
2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Fall administrators meeting for Athletic Association Representatives (Athletic Association Presidents and Athletic Directors only).
🔗 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88303073208

🎥 Meeting for All Fall Coaches
2026-08-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Informational Meeting available for all Fall Coaches. Local coordinators, head coaches and assistant coaches are encouraged to attend.
🔗 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83838792914

The meeting is informational based and not a discussion meeting.
Separate, sports-specific meetings are available to coaches for the conclusion of the season.

⚠️ Deadline: Fall Roster Lock on Fall Sports
2026-08-27 16:30
All fully-cleared coaches and eligible student-athletes must be shown on the designated CYM roster by 4:30 p.m.
This is the final roster submission and lock for CYM Sports; no further roster additions are permitted after this point.

📅 Fall Sports Competition
2026-08-28
Official start date of competition season for all fall sports.
To find out more about the schedule of events and competition dates, head to www.cymsports.com.

🏖️ Labor Day Weekend Break
2026-09-04 - 2026-09-07

⛳ Joseph A. McNesby Jr. CYO Golf Outing ⛳
2026-09-16 | Deerfield Golf Club, 507 Thompson Station Rd, Newark, DE, 19711, United States
34th Annual Joseph A. McNesby Jr. CYO Golf Outing, benefitting the Office for Catholic Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry & CYM Sports.

🏫 Open House: St. Elizabeth School
2026-09-27
CYM-sanctioned league play is subject to continue for 11:30pm and 1:30pm start-time only, to allow for opportunity to attend Open House.

St. Elizabeth School offers a 11/1/26 Open House additionally which is not accepted as a Block Date, due to Championships.

🏫 Open House: Archmere Academy
2026-09-27
CYM-sanctioned league play is subject to continue for 1pm and 4pm start-time only, to allow for opportunity to attend Open House.

🏫 Open House: Salesianum School
2026-10-04
CYM-sanctioned league play is subject to continue for 10am and 1pm start-time only, to allow for opportunity to attend Open House.

🏫 Open House: Ursuline Academy
2026-10-04
CYM-sanctioned league play is subject to continue for 11am and 2pm start-time only, to allow for opportunity to attend Open House.

🚣‍♂️ Columbus Day
2026-10-12

🏫 Open House: St. Mark's High School
2026-10-18
CYM-sanctioned league play is subject to continue for 12:30pm and 3:30pm start-time only, to allow for opportunity to attend Open House.

👟 Cross Country Championships
2026-10-25 | St. Mark’s High School, 2501 Pike Creek Road, Wilmington, 19808, United States
The 2026 CYM Sports Cross Country Championships, hosted by St. Mark’s High School.
For more information, head to www.cymsports.com.

🏐 Volleyball Championship
2026-11-01 | Fournier Hall, 1824 Howland St, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The 2026 CYM Sports Volleyball Championships, hosted by Fournier Hall.

Senior Division: 12:00 PM
Varsity M Division: 1:15 PM
Varsity Y Division: 2:30 PM
Varsity C Division: 3:45 PM
Diocesan Catholic League: 5:00 PM

For more information, head to www.cymsports.com.

⚽️ Soccer Championships
2026-11-07 10:30 - 14:30 | Philadelphia Union, 2485 Seaport Dr, Chester, PA, 19013, United States
The 2026 CYM Sports Soccer Championships, hosted by WSFS Sportsplex.

Varsity CYM Division: 10:30 AM
Diocesan Catholic League: 12:30 PM

Immediately following the two championships, the Philadelphia Union will play their final regular season game at 4:00 PM for Fan Appreciation Night and Faith & Family CYM Day.
For more information, head to www.cymsports.com. For inquiries on team or family ticket pricing, please contact cymsports@cdow.org.

🏈 Football Championship
2026-11-08 15:00 - 18:00 | Abessinio Stadium, 1 St. Rocco Way, Wilmington, DE, 19802, United States
The 2026 CYM Sports Football Championships, hosted by Abessinio Stadium.
For more information, head to www.cymsports.com.

🌟 Spring Practice Season 🌟
2027-03-01
