Natick Youth Basketball's Boys 8C squad reached the D6 Championship Game after three straight playoff wins to cap its winter season.

NATICK -- Natick Youth Basketball closed out its winter travel season with several teams earning recognition, highlighted by the Boys 8C squad's run to the Division 6 championship game. The team finished 6–5 in league play before reeling off three consecutive playoff victories. In the title game, the boys fell in a narrow loss to Swansea. Coach Dave F. reflected on the season: "You won't always control the outcome, but you always control how you show up."

The Boys 8B team, competing as a B squad in Division 3 against many A-level opponents, posted multiple buzzer-beating wins throughout the season. Coach Shawn Kelly praised the group heading into high school: "I will always remember this team as truly dedicated and committed."

The Girls 8A team finished 6–5 and advanced to the second round of the playoffs, with coaches noting the squad's emphasis on defense, rebounding, and team cohesion.

TOWN -- Natick Recreation and Parks has Open Gym schedules posted for June and July. Upcoming programs include a Summer Wellness Series Pilates session on July 1 and a Yoga session on July 7. Concerts on the Common — Family Concerts begin July 6. Natick Little League has summer baseball and softball programs open for registration; the league notes its financial aid program is available to ensure equal access for all Natick residents.

The June 24 Select Board meeting included mention of the All Aboard adaptive cycling program, run in partnership with the Recreation and Parks Department along the Cochituate Rail Trail. A volunteer and the Friends of Natick Trails president praised Recreation and Parks staff — including Adaptive Programs Director Melissa Carter — for their work at a recent All Aboard event. The program is on summer hiatus and is expected to resume in September.