About Us
Flathead Sports Collective was created to meet a clear need in our community: a place where kids can practice, play, and simply enjoy being kids year-round.
As a local mom, I experienced firsthand how difficult it can be to keep kids active, off screens, and having fun with friends. I wanted to create something positive, welcoming, and built for real families.
Flathead Sports Collective gives kids opportunities to try new things, spend time with friends, make new ones, and build confidence through sports, games, and team-based experiences at all skill levels. Not every child wants highly competitive sports, and that’s okay. Every kid deserves a place to play.
My experience includes:
✓ 16 years as a business owner
✓ A Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health
✓ A lifelong appreciation for physical fitness, including experience in competitive figure bodybuilding
✓ Leading programs and teams focused on personal growth and positive group experiences
✓ Youth involvement through Junior Achievement, Girl Scouts, and Rotary Volleyball
Everything we do is designed with families in mind and rooted in the belief that every child benefits from opportunities to play, connect, and explore activities they enjoy.
~ Malia Monaco
Founder & Owner
Proud member of the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce.
Warm welcome to our new Program Coordinator!
Hello, I'm Isaiah, the new program coordinator with Flathead Sports Collective! I'm an avid outdoorsman, history buff, and teller of tall tales (some more true than others). A native North Carolinian, my newlywed wife and I are recent transplants to Montana and loving every minute of it. When I'm not leading programs I can be found far off-trail exploring the national forest, or canoeing on the river. I hope you come and check out what we have to offer, we have some big plans that all of us over at Flathead Sports Collective are excited about!
Guiding Principles
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Safety is at the center of everything we do. From active supervision and age-appropriate programming to a culture built on respect and encouragement, we are committed to creating an environment where kids can grow, have a blast, and be themselves — while parents can enjoy peace of mind.
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Sportsmanship is about more than winning. We strive to create a culture where kids learn to respect themselves, teammates, opponents, and coaches while building resilience, accountability, teamwork, and perspective both on and off the court. Whether your child is a competitive athlete or just loves to shoot hoops, they will be part of a positive environment that encourages life skills, confidence, and character development.
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We believe kids thrive when they’re having fun. Programs are thoughtfully designed to create an energetic and welcoming environment where kids can stay active, build friendships, and try new things while creating positive memories through sports, games, and connection. We want Flathead Sports Collective to be a place kids are excited to come back to.
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Flathead Sports Collective is more than a sports facility, it’s a community. We strive to create a place where kids and families can build friendships, encourage one another, and feel welcomed.
In the Flathead Valley, community is a big part of what makes this place special, and we hope Flathead Sports Collective becomes a where we come together to practice, play, and party!