Kingston Parks and Recreation

This Thursday don't forget to signup for our Women's open gym!

Can't wait to see you all there

It's a great day to have a great day!

Are you looking to get back on the court, shake off the rust, or just find a fun community to run with? Join us for our upcoming women’s basketball open gym sessions! This 9 week program is open to former college athletes, high school players, or a complete beginner looking to learn the game, there is a place for you on our court.

Our main goals are community, fitness, and a shared love for the game. We emphasize a supportive, zero-judgment environment where everyone gets touches and everyone plays.

This is drop in so no refs just us women playing and having fun. Hope to see you there! 😁

Sign up using this link and if you have any questions don't hesitate to reach out:
https://kingston.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=181

Kingston Parks & Recreation is re-launching a co-ed Youth Boxing Program starting on Monday, September 14, 2026.

Mayor Noble said, “We are thrilled to relaunch Kingston’s legendary boxing program at the recently renovated Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center. This program, open to girls and boys who are beginners at boxing, will be taught by the Costellos, local professionals who have a longstanding connection to Kingston boxing. Together, Vinnie, Glenn, and Brandon Costello have multiple generations of boxing experience, championship-level knowledge, coaching expertise, and youth mentorship. We look forward to carrying this storied program forward.”

The Youth Boxing Program for girls and boys ages 13-18 will be held on Mondays and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm at the Billy Costello Gymnasium in the Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center through May 27, 2027 and will be trained by Glen, Vinnie, and Brandon Costello.

The most recent version of the boxing program was formed in 2006 and ran until Covid in 2020. The program was designed to give local youth an opportunity to learn to box and to compete in the amateur boxing category with USA Boxing.

Over the years, the boxing program hosted USA Boxing events, including elite teams from Northern Ireland, Canada, and Native American tribes. The 2011 International event was a recognition of the Kingston program’s head coach Billy Costello, who was the Golden Gloves Champion and won the Chicago vs. NY Golden Gloves in 1978, and was chosen to represent the USA on the national team before becoming a professional. As a professional, Costello won the World Boxing Council’s Super Lightweight Championship and finished his boxing career at 40-2. The Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center gymnasium is named after him and a statue of Billy Costello resides in front of the building. Kingston’s Police Athletic League (PAL) was one of many supporters of this program.

Following his championship career, Billy Costello partnered with Kingston PAL in the mid-2000s to establish a highly successful youth boxing program that served generations of local families. The current Costello program is built to carry that legacy forward, preserving the structure, mentorship, discipline, and commitment to excellence that made the original program successful.

Vinnie Costello is a three-time New York State Golden Gloves Champion and former world-ranked professional boxer with a 21–2–1 record. He headlined events at Madison Square Garden, appeared on nationally televised cards, and reached a #4 world ranking. Having shared the ring with world champions, elite contenders, and Hall of Famers, Vinnie brings extensive high-level competitive and technical experience to the program. A certified USA Boxing trainer, he has also served on the training team at the Floyd Patterson Boxing Club and coached alongside his brother Billy in the original Kingston PAL program.

Glenn Costello grew up in the boxing gym under the guidance of his father, Bill, training alongside his brothers throughout their amateur and professional careers. He participated in every training camp during Billy Costello’s championship reign. Glenn is a certified USA Boxing trainer and brings more than 20 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, adding a broad combat-sports perspective to the program.

Brandon Costello, Billy Costello’s son, continues the family tradition through both law enforcement and youth mentorship. A member of the Ulster County Sheriff’s Department and a certified USA Boxing trainer, Brandon has worked directly with incarcerated youth, emphasizing accountability, discipline, and positive direction. A former participant in the Kingston PAL boxing program himself, he trained under his father and later under Vinnie Costello and Paul Telesca.

Register for the Youth Boxing Program at
https://kingston.recdesk.com/Community/Home

Contact Andre Dassie with questions at [email protected] or 845-481-7331.

Please join us for the 5th annual backpack giveaway in partnership with Ulster County Deputy Sherif's Police Benevolent Association this Sunday, August 30th.

Location: Barmann Park. 3 South Clinton Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401.

Time: 12pm to 3pm.

**Kids must be present

🎬🍿 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT IS COMING TO BARMANN PARK! 🍿🎬

Join us THIS SUNDAY, August 30th for an incredible day of family fun at the Ulster County Deputy Sheriff’s Police Benevolent Association 5th Annual Back to School Drive at Barmann Park, 3 South Clinton Avenue! 📚🎒🏀🎬

Here’s the lineup:

🎒 Back to School Drive
🕛 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Come out and get ready for the new school year!

🏀 Basketball Tournament
🕓 Starts at 4:00 PM
Bring your skills and enjoy some basketball before the movie!

🎬 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
🕢 Movie starts at 7:45 PM
🎥 Showing: MINECRAFT!

🍿 Popcorn will be provided!
Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the movie.

Bring the whole family, grab a blanket or lawn chair, and come spend the day with us! ❤️

📍 Barmann Park
📅 Sunday, August 30th
🎒 Back to School Drive: 12 PM–3 PM
🏀 Basketball Tournament: 4 PM
🎬 Family Movie Night: 7:45 PM

We’ll see you at the park! 🍿🎬🏀🎒

🏆🏈 2026 KINGSTON ADULT CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS! 🏈🏆

What a way to close out an incredible season! 🌧️🏈🔥

On a rainy night at Dietz Stadium, the Underdawgs battled through the weather and put together a championship performance to remember!

🏆 THE UNDERDAWGS ARE YOUR 2026 CHAMPIONS!

The Underdawgs finished the season UNDEFEATED and capped it off with a dominant 44-14 victory over Men in Love with Football!

💪 FINAL SCORE:
🏆 The Underdawgs — 44
Men in Love with Football — 14

Through the rain, through the regular season and all the way to the championship, The Underdawgs never lost!

👏 Shoutout to all the teams, players, captains and supporters who helped make this season a success. Thank you for bringing the energy and competition every week!

🌧️ Rainy night. Big game. Unbeaten season.
🏆 UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS!

Congratulations, Underdawgs! 🏈🔥

First Round of playoffs for Women's softball has concluded. All games were best of 3.

Wine Hutch is moving on to the semi-finals winning against V.F.W 1386 13-12 and 9-8

Terrance Hill Bombers is moving on to the semi-finals winning against Guardian Angels15-7 losing 13-10 and then winning 18-8

Pitch Please is moving on to the semi-finals winning against Big Cleat Energy 25-3 and 16-2

Arold Construction is moving on to the semi-finals winning against Stellar Gems 20-4 and 18-5

August 25, 2026 we will have our semi-finals matchups:

Wine Hutch vs Arold Construction. This is a rematch of last years championship game. Who do you think is going to advance to the championship game this year. Come out and see 6pm Block Park

Terrance Hill Bombers vs Pitch Please. Pitch has dominated all season but Bombers are a force to be reckoned with. Come on out 6pm at Kingston Point to see who will be moving on to the Championship game.

Semi-Finals games are best of 3 so this could go either way.
We hope to see you all there cheering on our women!

Today is the last day to sign up!!! Make sure you get your kids in just a few spots left

Don't forget to sign up. Spots are filling fast. We will have some surprise counselors from our very own Kingston High Varsity Basketball Team.

https://kingston.recdesk.com/Community/Program?category=4

It is almost that time of year again! Adult Basketball League formally known as over 30 Basketball. If you need more information please show up to the information meeting. This is open to anyone who wants to play.

Its going to be a great Season hope to see you all there

Unfortunately due to the weather forecast for this afternoon Bonnie and her horses from Sunrays, Inc. will not be conducting their program for the Naturalist Passport. They will be at the Forsyth Family Fun Day at the Forsyth Nature Center on September 19th. Thanks for understanding. ****CANCELLED****Naturalist Passport- SunRays Ponies

📢ITS PLAYOFF TIME📢

Ending the regular season on a high. The last two weeks have been very interesting for seeding! Shout out to all the ladies for showing up and playing some great softball.

PITCH PLEASE comes out on top of the regular season. Lets see if they have what it takes to take the world series!

First round of playoffs will be August 11th at Block Park and Kingston Point.

They will be playing at 6pm:
Block Park: Terrance Hill Bombers vs Guardian Angels
Kingston Point: Wine Hutch vs V.F.W 1386

Come on out and show the ladies some support see you there