The Deer Creek Optimist Club, formed by John Kannard, is a non-profit organization which offers football, basketball (boys and girls), baseball, softball, and wrestling.
Learn the game, build skills, and enjoy America’s pastime.
Fast-paced fun that builds confidence, agility, and teamwork.
Strength, discipline, and teamwork under the Friday night lights.
Swing big, grow skills, and thrive in a supportive team setting.
Focus, grit, and confidence developed one match at a time.
See what our former players and families have to say about Deer Creek Optimist!
“My boys have played DCO football and baseball for years and they love it! I genuinely believed DCO has helped shape them into amazing young men.”
“I played DCO softball as a kid and now my daughter is playing, I cannot express how much I have loved my experience as a player and parent!”
“We are very grateful for a program like Deer Creek Optimist. The wrestling program is top notch and I'm glad we joined!”