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How To Start An AAU Basketball Team?

aau-certificationMany 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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  1. Hey my name is coach daniel im going to be starting a aau team 16u i am looking for another coach for our team is going to be located in the inland empire,ca email at danie1hernandez@yahoo.com.

  2. Well here it goes, My son recommended I start my own AAU team so I can implement my own concepts of the game. Where do I find applications etc.

  3. I started a 16u team for me and my friend in the chicagoland area. this form really helped alot. thank you… willing to come play for your team(ohio, kentucky florida, cali, michgan, and wisconsin) (17u next year) if you like

    im a 5’9 point guard

  5. My Name is Tasha Poore and I live in the Midwest and am looking assist a team. I want to be a coach but I am willing to learn from one. There is an AAU Program in Naperville Ilinois. I have 2 girls that play well and want to be on a team. My 16 year old is a junior and she is on the Bball team at her school. My 11 year old is a hard worker and she wants to be on a team in the AAU. I will take all the help or advice I can get. Thanks.

  7. Present to potential sponsors: 1. Why sponsoring your team will benefit them. 2. How you will “sell” their product/service 3. Show audience and potential. Without giving them reasons they will be no interest from any potential sponsor! Personal touch for each potential sponsor that you want to approach!

    Good luck

  8. I am interested in helping coach an AAU team in Indiana. I am a recent college grad and I want to eventually coach at the collegiate level. If anyone knows of any openings in the Indiana area please let me know. I would love the opportunity to learn the coaching aspects from a great coach at the AAU level now!

  9. Hello,
    My name is Felecia and I am looking for two dedicated, knowledgeable, and responsible coaches for a 16 and under AAU Basketball Team. We are located in Alexandria, VA 22314.

    Please contact me if you are interested in coaching a AAU Basketball Team. Thank you,

    Felecia

  10. HI, MY SON PARTICIPATES IN AAU GAMES, HE’S WANTS ME TO START MY OWN TEAM—-CAN ANYONE HELP ME WITH THE STEPS I NEED TO START WITH, IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPREICATED. THANK YOU ANGELA

  11. If I am starting my own AAU organization do I need a business license and if so how do I go about getting one

  12. We currently have a team together in tuscaloosa,al but are in need of a coach is there anyone who would like to or knows someone who would like to coach. I’m the team captain by the way.

    Any help will be greatly appreciated
    Jcarlisle1996@yahoo.com

  13. My 16 year old son put together a great team of Basketball players … Just enough to establish a Traveling team.

    We have my work sponsoring us…and have Team Name and Uniforms ready to go. But not sure how to go about signing up to the tournaments or an orginization that schedules tournments.

    Help!!

  14. Hey I have great coaching skills and am looking to coach now that daughter is off to college. Location Huntville,Alabama

  15. Hello My name is Diamond, I am 20years old soon to be 21, and I am interested in playing for a travel team. I am a tough player. I put my all into it physically and emotionally I can do anything that is asked of me and I will practice until I can’t walk anymore. Please consider me as a player. My positions are point guard and shooting guard. I play only as a team not just with myself. I am a team player. I was captain of my high school basketball team too.

  16. hello,

    I live in mission Texas and am starting an AAU basketball team and need information on how to go about doing it and what all steps must be taken. Any help?

  17. I’m looking to start coaching. In aau or at school. I’m willing to start at the bottom and work my way up. I have a love for the game and later in life when I realized I wouldint be in the nba I found my self wating to coach and pass my love for the game on to kids. If anyone can help it would mean a lot. I live in new haven mi. You can contact me at davidtisler17@ymail.com thank you for reading my comment.

  18. Hi, I am a looking to assist in coaching a girls bball team near the arlington-fort worth Texas area. I have played 4yrs on the collegiate level. I love the game and i have great bball IQ. Please contact me if you are in need of a coach. kita11_30@yahoo.com.

  19. Hey.

    I am in South Africa,just started coaching u16 basketball, softball and soccer in Bonella- I am looking for sponsership.I dont know where to begin looking.please HELP!!

  20. My name is Matt I am a 6″2 power forward/center my friend is starting a u16 team in San Antonio, Texas. We have everything needed to play AAU but we are in need of an expierienced coach. If you are interested please contact me by email!

  21. Our community of craig town would like to get in touch with Patrick Ewing this is the community where he grew up in Jamaica and we have alot of talented basketballers who need the help to achieve their goal of becoming half the man he is today it would be deeply appreciated if we could get to see him back one day

  22. My name is Coach Robinson, and am interested in starting a AAU team here in Fayetteville, NC…am reaching out to find some more interested players that would like to be involved and try out. Contact me for more information at jr238856@yahoo.com

  23. i am in the henry county georgia area and looking to start a girls aau league 16U. let me know if you are interested in playing. Also looking for an assistant coach.
    We have nothing in the area for our girls so lets get one started

  26. My son is a 17 yr old high school basketball player. He and other starters from his high school team, and their dads, want to start an AAU basketball team. As usual way too much info. online, could someone please point us in the right direction? Meaning: what is our/my first move? do we have to contact someone from AAU? Please help, & let me know where we begin? We have players and we may have sponsor ….just tell me where to start. Oh, we are located in Southern New Jersey, near Atlantic City.

  27. I my name is Fred I’m for a spouncer for my basketball team with my son on it….if someone can help me pls email me back my team in from Annapilis Maryland Thank You

  28. Yes…can someone help me and my son out we are looking for a basketball spouncer for my team we have 2Events that are coming up one is inAugust and 2one is in June and its more that are coming for the kids….if someone can help me the kids will love it pls email at fredlbrown40@ gmail.com

  29. Hi my name is Dan I am a younger coach that is very vibrant and works well with kids and they always seem to love playing for me and love playing in my schemes, I’m defensively oriented and use a 2-3 zone. If you are interested in me potentialy coaching your AAU team then contact me at bigdan54th@yahoo.com

  30. Hi i am located in Boston Ma, I have coached before I am looking to coach an AAU basketball team or be part of an organization. Please Email me with info msergile@yahoo.com

  31. Hi im very passionate an love the game of basketball looking to give the mental talent of the game I possess to younger kids to enhance there skill level im eager to teach learn an grow with my players im from columbia sc if anyone needs a young inspiring motivational coach im your guy my contact is 8033637662 call anytime email is bfatzz09@gmail.com

  32. Hi, I’m looking to start an AAU team both boys and girls squad. My brother would essentially be the head coach for the boys squad, while I would be in charge of the girls squad. I have not made a final decision on the age group, but I do have a vision here and would eventually like to have more than one age group. I am in NY, in the Bronx area but I would like to find a more centered location for practices. We both have experience and a great deal of love for the game. Contact me if you know of any players and if you could be of assistance.

    Thank You.

    jenae.i.baker@gmail.com

  35. tioned in the Atlanta,GA. I’m a trainer for all ages helping mostly the youth in in hance there skills and knowledge of the game to get to the next level. I have places for training etc. I’m also looking for A coaching job.

  36. Hello I am interested in starting a 15u girls basketball bteam in Orlando. I have passion and knowledge of thebgame.

  37. I am looking for a few coaches and assistants for an 8th grade and 5th grade level travel/AAU program in Morris County NJ. If you have experience and are interested please feel free to reach out as we do not wish to have parents coach our players.

    Best,

    Steve
    sdb2182@gmail.com

  38. I am looking for a great opportunity to start coaching at the AAU level. I would like to start off as an assistant first in order to learn from somebody with experience and eventually move up to coach. I live in the Jonesboro, AR area and I’m really looking for a chance to pursue my dream of coaching by observing and learning. I would love to join anybodies team if possible.

    Thanks
    Willie
    willie.hudson@smail.astate.edu

  39. I played high school and college basketball looking to coach a AAU team next summer from San Diego California please email me for more information about my coaching history and more thank you.

    butrose_3000@yahoo.com

  41. Hey my name is Jerraud Davenport im looking to help couch a Basketball Team so if anyone needs help please contact me.im in Arlington tx

  42. Jerraud. My daughter is turning 15 and is pushing 6 ft and she has some friends that play with her at her HS. I was not a fan of her last coach so I was thinking of starting a tourney team with AAU but have no idea where to start. I played in HS But was hurt but have always loved the game. My daughter loves basketball and I would really like to help her with this. If there is any thing you would be able to help withi would be grateful. I live in south ft worth so I am actually close to you. Please. Let me know if your interested.
    Thanks

  43. Hi, I’m looking to coach an AAU basketball team or maybe start my own team with my father but don’t know where to begin. If any one has some suggestions or info I would greatly appreciate it! I live in the Charlotte, NC/Rock Hill, SC area. I LOVE the game & have played my entire life on various levels.

  44. Hi my name is Theresa, i am interested in starting up an AAU GIRLS 16U TEAM. located in Forney, TX. I would also be interested in joining a coaching staff of a different team if needed. please let me know what i need to do in order to achieve this thank you in advance. my email is theresa.mae91@yahoo.com

  45. Hi I am looking to start a boysmall team for my 10 yr old in Northwest Indiana? Anyone else interested?

  46. I am looking to startup a 16 and under AAU basketball team here in the Hinesville,Ga area. I’m even willing to assist coaching a team.

  47. Hello my name is Coach Tony Royle, I have been coaching in the school system for over twelve years. Now I’m thinking of starting my own AAU Program in the Elizabeth City, NC
    and Albemarle area. Looking for anyone who have a interest in helping.

  48. My name is coach Chasity Wallace and I am starting an aau program this summer for 17u, 14u, and 10u in the Beaumont, TX area. Looking for coaches and additional players. Email me at chasity_wallace07@yahoo.com if interested

  49. Hey. My name is Kans. I used to play in college and pro level. I’m at the beginning of my coaching carrier and Im looking for opportunities to coach! NY and NJ area. Send me an email at: kmalashanka@gmail.com

  50. Hi I am Elijah I am trying to start an 15u basketball team in Mercersburg Pennsylvania area and I need a coach to coach the team. I haven’t had any luck yet and have teammates I just need a coach

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