How To Start An AAU Basketball Team?
Many players and coaches in the game of basketball have participated in many organizations to gain recognition. There is one organization that has been recognized by the NCAA teams and many pro scouts, is the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU). The AAU is an organization that gives players of all ages in the United States a chance to showcase their potential in many events hosted by the AAU. This organization is recognized by teams from all over including internationally. The AAU has a history for being a huge part in many players career. AAU basketball leagues ranging from 8 & under to its senior league which player must be at least 19 years old. Many NBA players have gained exposure by participating in AAU like Allen Iverson (VA), Dwight Howard (GA), Patrick Ewing and many more NBA stars.
There are many advantages when it comes to starting your own AAU basketball team. Many AAU teams are coached by someone that has knowledge of the game such as a coach of local high school or former basketball player in your local area. Many AAU coaches got their teamed organized for a child and has continued to participate in AAU competition. There are many benefits that come with starting an AAU team if coaching is what you would like to do AAU is a good stepping stone to get exposure. There are many college scouts that attend AAU events scouting players for their program. In some instances many are there to observe the coach as well the players. By participating in AAU functions coaches and players have the chance to add new contacts to their basketball network. This is an experience for both the players and coaches that can take them to another level.
You must form a club name and apply for club membership with the AAU that ranges from $30 to $300. There is a maximum amount of 15 players and 4 non-athletes (coach, manage and personnel) that will represent your AAU team. Many coaches have multiple functions, for example the coach may also handle the administrative duties and also be a tournament director. There are fees that must be paid to obtain membership to the AAU. Membership prices range from $12 to $14 for athletes and $14 to $16 for non-athletes. There are also fees for participation in AAU Basketball tournaments (invitational, district, regional, national) that range from $150 to $600. When participating in the AAU you should consider searching for sponsors or holding fundraising events. Coaches also have to come up with funds that should cover uniforms, basketballs, travel expenses, a gymnasium for practice, and supplies. You can get supplies from your local sporting goods store that will possibly sponsor your team. So if considering starting an AAU team you are not only giving players an opportunity to play their favorite sport you will also be getting them the exposure they need.
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I’m in the process of starting a AAU boys U11basketball team. Believe it or not I’m having a hard time finding a coach with some AAU experience or at least someone who can teach the game and develop young players and take them to the next level.
Do you have any recommendations?
I’m in Clinton, MD (Washington, DC area).
I recommend contacting universities or schools that have conducted summer basketball camps. They always have great local contacts to former players who are good coaches and good enough to work at their camp.
Contact local coaches in the Maryland, DC area for former players who have coached or worked at their camps. There I’m sure you will find quality people.
Hi I’m coach Kash and I coach 12 and under at HMB boys and girls club in hyattsville if your looking for a coach you can contact me by email at Kashmeremims@yahoo.com. Thank you
Hello im a new coach who knows the game very well. I am looking for girls 15 and under in the atlanta area. If interested send email. Also looking for sponsors or someone to give me more info about AAU.
My name is Joel Childers and I am interested in starting and coaching an AAU team. I live in the Oklahoma City, OK area and I would appreciate any advice or any contacts that you might have for me in the OKC area. Thanks
AAU is great for exposure. It’s been great for a lot of players over the years. I recommend it for any player or coach trying to get exposure. Check out our blog http://sosportz.blogspot.com. We’re also trying to help athletes gain exposure through interviews and videos.
I want to start a 15 and under AAU boys team and a 11 and under girls aau team. My grandson has been in AAU and I am looking for a coach who is calm and can teach defense as well as offense. Defense is imparitive because I see a lot of teams that need defensive training.
My purpose is looking for sponsors, Joining AAU and having year long practices. I will be working with the city to utilize a gym for regular practices.
The team will be from Holyoke Massachusetts and I will be working with At Risk youths who will get a chance to show their talents.
I want to start an AAU boys basketball team, but having a little trouble with getting information from other coaches in the Baton Rouge, LA area where I am from. I don’t know how the age group goes, I would like to do 14 to 17. I don’t want to have to change age groups every year. I have a kid that’s 14, 6″2 that i want to develop but also coach through his years. Can someone tell me the beginning stages of this process so I can have a team started this year. I want to be able to do national travelling next year, since it is so late in the game now.
I can be contacted at mitchell677@yahoo.com for the above comment.
i would love to play or ur team
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Where do you find the form to sign up t be a coach with AAU