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ABOUT US
Founded in 1977, the Wheatland Athletic Association (WAA) is a nonprofit youth sports organization serving families throughout the Aurora, Naperville, Oswego and Plainfield areas. What began with T-Ball for just 60 children has grown into an organization serving more than 12,000 participants each year, with programs for athletes ages 2–18 as well as adults.
For nearly 50 years, WAA has been committed to creating opportunities for athletes to learn, grow, and enjoy the sports they love. Our programs are designed to build skills progressively by age and experience, while teaching teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and character. From recreational programs and camps to competitive leagues and travel programs, WAA offers a place for athletes of all skill levels to have fun, develop their abilities, and be part of a team.

Our Programs
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SoccerOur soccer programs help players build confidence and develop their skills through age-appropriate instruction and opportunities for all experience levels. From recreational leagues and camps to Team Chicago Travel Soccer and advanced competitive opportunities, players can find the right level to grow with the game. Our programs focus on individual skills, and teamwork, while building communication, sportsmanship, and confidence. Above all, we want players to have fun, learn, grow, and develop a love for the game. Read more
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BasketballOur basketball programs provide opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels to learn the fundamentals, build confidence, and grow as athletes. From recreational leagues and camps to our competitive Wizards program, players can find the right level of challenge as they develop. Our programs focus on dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, and game awareness, while developing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Above all, we want players to have fun, compete, and enjoy the game while building confidence and character. Read more
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BaseballOur baseball programs help players build confidence and develop their skills through age-appropriate instruction and a variety of playing opportunities. From recreational leagues and camps to Ducks Travel Baseball, players can find the right level to grow with the game. Programs focus on hitting, throwing, catching, fielding, and base running, while developing teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence. Above all, we want players to have fun, learn the game, grow as athletes, and develop a love for baseball. Read more
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SoftballOur softball programs help players develop their skills, confidence, and love for the game through age-appropriate instruction and a variety of playing opportunities. From recreational leagues and camps to Wheatland Spikes Fastpitch, players can continue to grow as they progress through the sport. Programs focus on throwing, catching, hitting, pitching, fielding, and base running, while building teamwork, communication, respect, and sportsmanship. Above all, we want players to have fun, learn the game, and grow together. Read more
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Flag FootballOur flag football programs give young athletes the opportunity to learn the game, develop their skills, and experience team competition in a fun and positive environment. Through recreational leagues and camps, players can build skills in passing, receiving, running, flag pulling, route running, and defensive play while developing teamwork, communication, sportsmanship, and game awareness. Above all, our goal is to help athletes have fun, stay active, and build confidence while learning to compete and grow as teammates. Read more
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Additional ProgrammingOur camps, clinics and classes give young athletes the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, and have fun in an active and supportive environment. Camps are offered across a variety of sports and skill levels, giving players a chance to explore new interests or continue developing the sports they already love. Through skill development, instruction, games, and competition, athletes build fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship while gaining confidence and a stronger love for the game. Read more
WAA By the Numbers
For almost 50 years, WAA has been building a stronger community through sports the Aurora, Naperville, Oswego, and Plainfield areas, creating opportunities for athletes of all ages to learn, grow, compete, and have fun.
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