Sports Classic
2nd Annual Big Apple Sports Classic
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NYC's Largest LGBTQIA+ Social Sports Organization
Whether you're here for the competition or the connection, we provide a welcoming space for every identity to play, grow, and find their NYC family. The Big Apple Sports Classic is our premier annual celebration of our community, athletics, and philanthropy.
Explore Our SportsOur Sports Offerings
We offer year-round leagues across New York City. Get ready to hit the courts, lanes, and fields!
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Bowling
Sundays & Mondays
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Dodgeball
Foam & Small Ball Leagues
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Kickball
Social & Competitive Drafts
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Pickleball
Ladder, Social & Advanced
Play Your Way
Inclusive Divisions
Open Division: Welcomes all identities and genders. A majority gay male identifying space that continues to be inclusive for anyone who wants to play.
WTNB+ Division: Intentionally created to center and prioritize our Women, Trans, and Nonbinary community members.
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Registration & Accessibility
In an effort to make our leagues more accessible and equitable, we have payment plans and discounted registration available as financial assistance. We also feature early pre-registration windows for BIPOC and WTNB+ identifying players.
Beyond The Game
Big Apple Rec Sports isn't just about sports—it's about building a vibrant, welcoming community for our LGBTQIA+ players and allies.
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Community Events
From Pride Discos and Halloween Spooktaculars to The Fete Ball, we host social events year-round.
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Philanthropy
Join Team BARS for the AIDS Walk NY, or participate in our charity trivia nights to support AFSP and Live Out Loud.
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Leadership
Join our Monthly Meetings and connect with the Leadership Team to help shape the future of BARS.
Sponsor The Classic
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Reach & Visibility
Reach NYC's highly engaged, socially conscious LGBTQ+ athlete community (Gen Z & Millennial) and their allies. Demonstrate your commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community impact.
Your sponsorship empowers us to donate 100% of member registration fees to our charity partners and reach our fundraising goals.
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