Play and meet people
Kickball, T-ball, bar sports and volleyball tend to be more social.
Joining on your own
Come as you are.
Join on your own.
A free-agent spot is a way to sign up without a full team. Here’s what to check and where to go next.
Dayton, Ohio · Gem City Social Sports
What is a free agent?
No full team needed.
A free agent signs up individually for a league that offers that registration option. Start with a sport and schedule you like, then review the league’s available paths and roster information. Registering early gives us more time to find you a team.
Your next steps
From solo sign-up to game night.
Keep the league listing and your account handy as you go.
- 01
Choose a league
Find a sport, game day and venue that work for you. Check the league’s dates, price and registration availability.
- 02
Look for the individual option
Choose free agent or individual registration if the league offers it. Review its requirements before continuing.
- 03
Complete registration
Sign in or create an account, provide the requested details, and review your price, any add-ons and the waiver. Complete the required steps and check your account for your registration.
- 04
Watch for league information
Team assignments usually arrive one or two days before the league starts, by email and in the Gem City app (League Hub). If we cannot place you on a team, you receive a full refund. Other cancellation requests follow the league refund policy. Contact us if you have questions.
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Check the schedule and play
Review the game time and venue. In week one, look for your team color and ask a Gem City representative for help finding your team and getting introduced.
Have a few friends in mind?
You have options.
Some leagues offer small-group registration. One person can start the group and invite friends; each person completes their own registration. Check the league’s available paths and group requirements.
Explore leaguesChoosing a sport
What kind of night sounds good?
Any of our social leagues can be a place to start. Here are a few suggestions from the Gem City team; check each season for its available format and registration options.
Try pickleball
A beginner section can be a welcoming place to start. Check the season’s available divisions.
Play soccer
Soccer tends to put a little more focus on the game, with people who are there to have fun too.
Before you head out
Your first-night checklist
Take a moment to check the details for your league.
- Check the game date, time and venue.
- Review your league updates and any team information.
- Look for your team color; Gem City representatives will help you find your team and make introductions in week one.
- Purchased team shirts are usually handed out at the venue in week two or three.
- Have a question? Contact the Gem City team.
After you register
Keep your season in view.
Your website account is the place to check your registration. League Hub keeps league information close at hand as the season goes on.
Good to know
Questions before you join?
Start here, and reach out if you need help with a specific league.
What is a free agent?
A free agent registers individually without a full team. The league page shows whether that option is available.
How will I be placed on a team?
Team assignments usually arrive one or two days before the league starts, by email and in the Gem City app. If we cannot place you on a team, you receive a full refund. Other cancellation requests follow the league refund policy. Contact us if you have questions about your registration.
Can I join with friends instead?
Some leagues offer a small-group option. One person can create a group and invite friends, who each complete their own registration. Review the available paths and group requirements on the league page.
What should I check before signing up?
Review the league’s dates, game day, venue, format, price and available registration options. If you are unsure, contact us before registering.
When do I get my purchased team shirt?
Purchased team shirts are usually handed out at the venue in week two or three. Check your league details and updates for specifics.
Where can I find my registration and schedule?
Your website account shows your registrations. Check League Hub for your schedule and league updates.
Still wondering? Contact the Gem City team
Your next game is out there
Start with a league.
Explore current options and check for individual registration.
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