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AAU - Boys Basketball
The AAU World Championships, formerly AAU National Championships, are now open to teams around the world. Here's why your team needs to be here:
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Up to three skill levels offered (Division I, Division II, Division III).
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On average, over 28 U.S. states represented per location/event.
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Play in your District Championship or State Championship and ask your District about receiving a discount and seeding priority (boys basketball teams are not required to participate in DQ to qualify for AAU World Championships, but it is strongly recommended).
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Place in Top 16 at the AAU World Championships to gain top seeding the following year.
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All competition locations offer discounted hotel rates.
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Mobile app with schedules and results updated hourly.
| Division I, Division II & Grade-Based World Championships |
2023 Competition Dates |
Location |
Results |
Contact |
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| 7U/1st Grade AAU World Championships |
June 30 - July 2, 2023 |
Westminster, MD |
Click Here |
(443) 927-5722 | keeshas@verizon.![]() net |
| 8U/2nd Grade AAU World Championships |
June 30 - July 2, 2023 |
Westminster, MD |
Click Here |
(443) 927-5722 | [email protected] |
| 9U/3rd Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 4 - 7, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| 10U/4th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 12 - 15, 2023 |
Clarksville, TN |
Click Here |
(931) 245-4330 | [email protected] |
| 11U/5th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 4 - 7, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| 12U/6th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 14 - 16, 2023 |
Hampton, VA |
Click Here |
(757) 637-7300 | aaubasketball@aausports. org |
| 13U/7th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
June 29 - July 2, 2023 |
Greensboro, NC |
Click Here |
(704) 534-7326 | [email protected] |
| 14U/8th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 13 - 16, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| 15U/9th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 13 - 16, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| 16U/10th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 13 - 16, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| 17U/11th Grade DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 13 - 16, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | aaubasketball@aausports. org |
| 20 & Under DI & DII AAU World Championships |
July 13 - 16, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| AAU Super Showcase |
July 1 - 2, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| AAU Boys & Girls International Championships |
July 8 - 11, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
*Signifies event is NCAA-Certified.
| Event |
2023 Competition Dates |
Location |
Results |
Contact |
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10U/4th - 17U/11th Grade East Coast Div. III Championships |
June 30 - July 2, 2023 |
Hampton, VA |
Click Here |
(757) 637-7300 | TBD@TBD |
| 12U/6th - 17U/11th Grade Southeast Div. III Championships |
July 4 - 7, 2023 |
Orlando, FL |
Click Here |
(407) 934-7200 | [email protected] |
| West Coast National Championship |
July 13 - 16, 2023 |
Las Vegas, NV |
Click Here |
(775) 225-7239 | [email protected] |
This is for the Sept. 1, 2022-to-Aug. 31, 2023 AAU Basketball season.
AGE BASED COMPETITION RULES7 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 7 on or before August 31, 2023.
8 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 8 on or before August 31, 2023.
9 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 9 on or before August 31, 2023.
10 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 10 on or before August 31, 2023.
11 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 11 on or before August 31, 2023.
12 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 12 on or before August 31, 2023.
13 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 13 on or before August 31, 2023.
14 & Under: An athlete can be no older than 14 on or before August 31, 2023.
*NEW GRADE BASED COMPETITION RULES (will be used at ALL 2023 World Championships)8U/2nd Grade
An athlete can be no older than 8 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 2nd grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 9 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 8U/2nd Grade division.
9U/3rd Grade
An athlete can be no older than 9 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 3rd grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 10 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 9U/3rd Grade division.
10U/4th Grade
An athlete can be no older than 10 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 4th grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 11 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 10U/3rd Grade division.
11U/5th Grade
An athlete can be no older than 11 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 5th grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 12 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 11U/5th Grade division.
12U/6th Grade
An athlete can be no older than 12 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 6th grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 13 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 12U/6th Grade division.
13U/7th Grade
An athlete can be no older than 13 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 7th grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 14 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 13U/7th Grade division.
14U/8th Grade
An athlete can be no older than 14 on or before August 31, 2023. Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 8th grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 15 on or before August 31, 2023, is eligibile to compete in the 14U/8th Grade division.
HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITION RULES
15U/9TH GRADE
An athlete can be no older than 15 on or before August 31, 2023.
Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 9th Grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 16 on or before August 31, 2023 is eligible to compete in the 15U/9th Grade division.
16U/10TH GRADE
An athlete can be no older than 16 on or before August 31, 2023.
Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 10th Grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 17 on or before August 31, 2023 is eligible to compete in the 16U/10th Grade division.
17U/11TH GRADE
An athlete can be no older than 17 on or before August 31, 2023.
Grade Policy: An athlete who is in the 11th Grade as of October 1, 2022 and who is no older than 18 on or before August 31, 2023 is eligible to compete in the 17U/11th Grade division.
20 & UNDER
An athlete can be no older than 20 on or before August 31, 2023. (Tournament Hosts, at its discretion, can create separate high school, prep schools, junior college divisions or any combination thereof)
Proof of photo identification for eligibility must be available for review, by an AAU designee at all AAU licensed competitions. If the documents are not available the team is subject to removal from the competition.
The AAU now offers two additional options for Boys Basketball age/grade verification, which are as follows:
SportsAge ID
Electronic Age Verification through SportsAge ID ( A one-time registration fee of only $15.00 covers 100% of all updating and processing feeds for as long as an athlete participates in the AAU Boys Basketball Program).
National Sports ID
Electronic Age/Grade Verification through National Sports ID (A yearly fee of $10.00 validates your eligibility for licensed AAU events).
AAU - Boys Basketball
Overview
Please note, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) runs events. The AAU does not select coaches or place athletes on a team or in a club. Clubs and teams form and join the AAU to participate in AAU licensed events or to take advantage of membership benefits such as insurance coverage. The AAU provides an online "Find a Club" tool (below) that will allow you to see what clubs are located in your area and contact them about age groups, tryouts, etc.
An AAU Membership is not required to search for teams/clubs in your geography however a membership is required to contact teams/clubs via the Find a Club tool.
The AAU does not guarantee placement on a team or club and you are not guaranteed contact back from the club.
For more assistance in finding a place for your child to participate, ask others in your area where they participate, ask the school coach or PE teacher, ask at church, check online and in newspapers for social calendars or try doing an online search for teams/clubs in your area.
Club Locator Tool
The Amateur Athletic Union is a volunteer-based organization that has regional leadership throughout the country to better serve its members on the local level.
District Sport Directors are valuable resources for:
- Finding an AAU Club to participate for your child - or use our Club Locator tool.
- Finding an AAU Event for your team - or search under our full event listing.
- Verifying the legitimacy of an AAU Club or Event
- Helping new AAU Clubs get started
- Helping new AAU Event Operators get started and much more!
Please see below for contact information for your respective District Sport Director.
Not sure which District you reside in? Click here for our interactive District map.
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ADIRONDACK (AD, Zone A)
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Eric Medved
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(518) 788-5244
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ericmedved@nycap. rr.com
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ALASKA (AK, Zone D)
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TBD
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1-800-AAU -4USA
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TBD
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ARIZONA (AZ, Zone D)
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TBD
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TBD
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TBD
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ARKANSAS (AR, Zone C)
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Henry Forrest
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(501) 227-1752
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CENTRAL (CE, Zone C)
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TBA
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1-800-AAU-4USA
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TBA
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CENTRAL CALIFORNIA (CC, Zone D)
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Guy Fowler
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(209) 845-9868
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centralcalaau@aol. com
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COLORADO (CO, Zone D)
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St. Marks Sanders
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(720) 435-7777
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CONNECTICUT (CT, Zone A)
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Tony Duarte
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(860) 644-7817
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8am - 10pm
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FLORIDA (FL, Zone B)
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Robert Fessler
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(407) 617-9936
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FLORIDA GOLD (FG, Zone B)
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Alex Wilzbacher
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(407) 362-8846
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alexw@aausports. org
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Anytime, no preference
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GEORGIA (GA, Zone B)
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Kirk Inman
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(678) 839-4907
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9am - 5pm (EST)
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GULF (GU, Zone B)
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TBD
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TBD
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TBD
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HAWAII (HI, Zone D)
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TBD
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TBD
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TBD
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INDIANA (IN, Zone C)
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Matt Denison
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(502) 558-9843
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mattdenison@gmail. com
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INLAND EMPIRE (IE, Zone D)
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Paul Campbell
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(509) 453-2696
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7am - 3pm (PST)
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IOWA (IA, Zone C)
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Teresa Parmenter
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(515) 321-9743
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Anytime, no preference
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KENTUCKY (KY, Zone B)
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Jared Prickett
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(859) 806-2168
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LAKE ERIE (LE, Zone A)
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Al Gates
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(330) 256-1777
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algates@propackllc. com |
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MARYLAND (MD, Zone A)
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Benjamin Dubose
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(410) 732-1338
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MICHIGAN (MI, Zone C)
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Orlando Watkins
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(313) 244-9277
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MIDDLE ATLANTIC (MA, Zone A)
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Howard Hudson
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(610) 496-9963
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9am-10pm
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MINNESOTA (MN, Zone C)
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Willie Braziel
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(612) 719-4700
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wbraziel@aol. com
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MISSOURI VALLEY (MV, Zone C)
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Derrick Shelton
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(816) 651-5828
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Evenings after 6pm
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MONTANA (MT, Zone C)
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TBD
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1-800-AAU -4USA
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TBD
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NEBRASKA (NB, Zone C)
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TBD
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1-800-AAU -4USA
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TBD
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NEW ENGLAND (NE, Zone A)
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Ed Skovron
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(401) 451-1999
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oldpro77@msn. com
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NEW JERSEY (NJ, Zone A)
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Sean Sheppard & Dennis Mayes
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(908) 810-0823 | (908) 486-5826
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NEW MEXICO (NM, Zone D)
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Dan Serrano
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(505) 836-6399
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Anytime, no preference
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NEW YORK METROPOLITIAN
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Jim Fox
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(516) 292-4956
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NIAGARA (NI, Zone A)
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Rich Hill
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(315) 966-5079
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rhill75068@aol. com
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NORTH CAROLINA (NC, Zone B)
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Rod Seaford
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(704) 342-7111
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NORTH DAKOTA (ND, Zone C)
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TBD
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1(800) AAU-4USA
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TBD
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OHIO (OH, Zone A)
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Andy Fishman
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(513) 477-0991
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OKLAHOMA (OK, Zone C)
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David Musselman
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(405) 532-6765
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oklahomaroundball@hotmail. com
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OREGON (OR, Zone D)
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Fred Banks
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(541) 688-8600
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OZARK (OZ, Zone C)
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TBD
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1-800-AAU -4USA
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TBD
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PACIFIC (PA, Zone D)
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Charles Baldwin
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(530) 363-0007
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9am - 5pm (PST)
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PACIFIC NORTHWEST (PN, Zone D)
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Michael Connors
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(206) 546-9405
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mike@pnaau. org
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Anytime, no preference
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PACIFIC SOUTHWEST (PS, Zone D)
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Jeffrey Harper
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(619) 871-2247
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POTOMAC VALLEY (PV, Zone A)
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Melody Britt
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(301) 808-2316
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after 12pm
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PUERTO RICO (PR, Zone B)
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TBD
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1-800-AAU -4USA
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TBD
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SOUTH CAROLINA (SC, Zone B)
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Franklin Pollock
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(803) 957-8692
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fspollock@gmail. com
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Anytime, no preference
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SOUTH DAKOTA (SD, Zone C)
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Derrick McCauley
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TBD
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SOUTH TEXAS (ST, Zone B)
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Daryl Richardson
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(210) 378-9257
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SOUTHERN-LA (SO, Zone B)
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Roch Weilbaecher
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(504) 915-1839
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8am - 11 am
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SOUTHERN-MS (SO, Zone B)
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Roch Weilbaecher
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(504) 915-1839
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roch@saauboyshoops.![]() com
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8am - 11 am
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SOUTHEASTERN-TN (SE, Zone B)
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William Anderson
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(901) 270-7619
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SOUTHEASTERN-AL (SE, Zone B)
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William Anderson
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(901) 270-7619
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SOUTHERN PACIFIC (SP, Zone D)
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Anthony Nichols
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(909) 717-7031
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SOUTHWESTERN (SW, Zone B)
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Michael D. Cooper
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(817) 690-2485
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UTAH (UT, Zone D)
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Scott Briggs
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(801) 381-3009
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VIRGINIA (VA, Zone A)
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Marcellus Williams
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(757) 570-2385
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WEST TEXAS (WT, Zone B)
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TBD
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1(800) AAU-4USA
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TBD
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WEST VIRGINIA (WV, Zone B)
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Clarence Woody
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TBA
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TBA
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WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA (WP, Zone A)
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Daryn Freedman
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(412) 400-1320
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bsahoops@gmail. com
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WISCONSIN (WI, Zone C)
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TBA
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TBA
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TBA
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WYOMING (WY, Zone C)
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TBA
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1-800-AAU -4USA
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TBA
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The most effective way to become an NBA player for a Nigerian
In this article, you will learn how to become an NBA player as a Nigerian. You will also find information on how to play professional basketball, how to play professional basketball in Nigerian. Teams and more.
You must first start playing basketball and rise to the top among the many Nigerian basketball players who aspire to fame and competitive play in different leagues if you want to develop your career and even play in the NBA.
Basketball is less popular than football in Nigeria, but it is still a popular sport that many high school and college/university students enjoy watching. If you want to play basketball professionally, we would like to briefly explain how to do it. Your career may start much sooner than you thought.
How to play professional basketball for Nigerian teams Becoming a Nigerian basketball player as early as possible is always preferable. However, despite the fact that you are currently 16 years old, you still have a high chance of joining the game and making great progress. If you want to learn how to play basketball, remember the following and put it into practice.
You must first study the laws. If you don't know the rules, you won't be able to play this game or have a successful basketball career. Read all you can about the history of this American pastime in the school library, watch the best games with your favorite players and visit the websites of the best international teams.
Understanding basketball is critical because it involves more than just ball possession and scoring. This is a serious mind sport that requires incredible physical fitness.
Train yourself You must dribble and do your best to improve it by playing with friends, alone, at home and in the backyard. You must learn how to play and shoot with one hand, as well as how to shoot from half the court. Highly recommended to work out in the nearby gym. How does a basketball career relate to exercise? It's easy to understand. As your muscles grow, your punches will get much better, faster and stronger. As a result, make sure you regularly perform exercises such as push-ups (which you need to have strong fingers for), planks, jumping jacks (even jump rope can work wonders), etc.
Apply to join the team You should join the team as soon as your dribbling skills improve significantly and you can hit the ball from almost anywhere on the court.
It could be your street team, college team, varsity team, or even your city team. secondary school.
Your current goal is to keep training, practicing, dribble, dribble and shoot. At present, basketball competitions among schools are regularly held in Nigeria. There are two notable college leagues: the Kwese Premier League for male players and the women's college league (Zenith Bank Basketball League). Both leagues organize games between teams so that all promising basketball players can showcase their best qualities and finally get recognition.
You must not only demonstrate your superior abilities, but also thrive as a team member. That's how you get into the NBA and rise to the top of the rankings.
Register with the NBF We have to add one interesting fact about the Nigerian Basketball Federation, commonly known as the NBBF, as this is a quick guide on how to join the basketball team in Nigeria. If you live in Abuja or Lagos, you can visit their office to find out more about all the opportunities for young talent.
You can also follow their news for potential drafts and competitions.
Alternatively, you can pay to join the Basketball VIP community (registration costs approximately $7 per month). He promises to reveal all the most interesting information about the best Nigerian athletes, high school honors and true professionals. You'll learn about high school competitions, up-to-date NCAA college rankings, and more. First of all, it is always preferable to have an experience that will allow you to earn money in the future (after your playing years are over). Second, basketball agents are looking for talented basketball players who also have good academic backgrounds.
You can go to international basketball camps if you have financial help (for example, go to Elite Hoops basketball camp in the USA). If you don't have money, you can either work to pay for a trip to Africa's famous giants camp in Nigeria (which requires outstanding grades and talents) or apply for a scholarship. For example, our local camps have amazing coaches who are sure to teach young talents (like you probably are) incredible skills, wise advice, and help you reach your potential.
If you are talented and competent, demonstrate your ability to play to the best of your ability. University team, start winning significant college championships, and your name will start to get publicity, you may one day get the attention of an agent or a professional coach. This is one of the ways you can be asked to play for the Nigeria national team, but going to the pre-draft camps is still the best course of action because you could be selected in one of those drafts.
How to play in the NBA as a Nigerian According to experts, the NBA selects 50 to 60 new players every year who excel in this sport. Those who continue to hone their craft eventually become global superstars.
Joining a pro isn't just a basketball team, but it's doable. Don't be afraid to dream big, whether you're in high school, high school, or college. Targeting the NBA can only help your game.
Here's what you need to do to get into the NBA:
Do your best
Get comfortable shooting from all angles on the floor.
To develop your shooting skills and become an agile, versatile shooter, practice close range, long range and finally 3-point shooting. Training in shooting technique in a continuous three-week cycle, devoting one week to each type of shot, can be helpful. It's impossible to be too specific.
Maintain a high shooting average by shooting at least 60% of 2-point field goals, 2% of 3-point shots and 40% of free throws.
Make videos of your basketball games. You can adjust your game and improve your performance by watching how your body moves when you hit good balls and when you miss. If you're in middle school or high school, ask a friend or parent to watch the game with you so you can make a video. Many college teams hire media assistants who record games for the school. Ask your coach if you can see the footage of the game.
If you're in college, it might be helpful to make a film of your best performances in those competitions for potential NBA scouts.
Keep the video under five minutes, editing as much of the lagging parts as possible.
Play with people who are more talented than you. Basketball players who are challenged by players with better skills than them become stronger and smarter. By constantly competing against opponents who push you to be better, you can improve your game. Try joining your local AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) team if you're the top basketball player in high school and looking for players to push you to the next level.
Top college recruiters keep an eye on AAU's elite teams, one of the best ways to get athletic scholarships. Recruiters like to visit these regional teams because they bring together the best players from numerous high schools, which gives them access to a wider pool of gifted kids. For example, Josh Smith, Kobe Bryant and Dwight Howard played in the AAU. basketball as kids. On aausports.org you can find an AAU club near you.
Strengthen your workouts.
Regular running and practical exercises can be made more difficult to add some energy. Try dribbling on gravel or jogging on sand. If you do this, your talents will become sharper and your stamina will increase. Whether you're in high school, high school, or college, you can still do it.
Make a daily schedule of your activities to become a better player.
Get started. Gaining more physical strength will allow you to dodge guards and shoot from a greater distance. Start a strength training program under the guidance of an experienced basketball coach. They can modify your workouts to suit your specific sport and body.
If you are a high school student, contact the sports director at your school and ask if they can put you in touch with a weightlifting coach with basketball experience.
If you are a college student, your school probably already has strength training experts. Ask your athletic director if you can schedule private training sessions with a personal trainer.
By following a healthy lifestyle and diet, you can improve your endurance. Basketball involves a lot of running up and down the court, so it's important to keep your body in shape so you can perform at your peak from start to finish. Your body will work more efficiently and have more stamina if you drink well, sleep 8 hours every night, and eat healthy foods.
Stand out from the crowd
Choose the perfect coach. If you are in middle school or high school, the basketball team at your school probably already has a coach. However, if you're determined to hone your basketball skills and don't feel like the coach is giving you much one-on-one attention, consider hiring a private coach. A private coach can provide you with individual input to help you improve your game and develop faster as a player.
You can find a private, knowledgeable basketball coach in your area at Coachup.com.
You can develop a closer mentor-mentee relationship by working one-on-one with a coach. Look for someone you get along with and whose accomplishments you value when interviewing potential private instructors. If they're connected to powerful recruiters, that's a plus.
Make the most of your abilities. Take whatever exceptionally good playing ability you may have and make it your own. There are many great basketball players out there, but if you want to play in the NBA, you need to stand out from the competition by specializing in one area.
For example, if you have exceptional speed, try to incorporate it into every technique you use on the court. This will stand out as one of your particular gaming strengths.
Be a leader on and off the court. Position matters. Basketball is a team sport, so a team that includes prima donnas cannot win. Being a leader and admirable person on and off the site will help you stand out from potential recruiters.
Everyone is looking for a player who will get along well with others and motivate the group to improve.
Two excellent strategies for improving your leadership game are to set high standards and learn from your mistakes.
Your determination, dedication and work ethic will ultimately help you succeed. basketball player.
Whether you're in high school or college, don't be afraid to talk to your coach and ask if there's a way to take on more responsibility for the team.
For example, if you have exceptional speed, try to incorporate it into every technique you use on the court. This will stand out as one of your particular gaming strengths.
Participate in as many tournaments as possible. The key to advancing your basketball career is getting on the radar of top college (if you're in high school) and NBA (if you're in high school) talent scouts. college). Attend as many events as possible, as influential coaches and decision makers come here to see and select future talent.
The more influential people watching you play, the better.
Many AAU leagues participate in high school regional tournaments. the school may not. The schedule may be complex in addition to your existing commitments, but you are not required to sign up for anything else. Try to visit as many as you can if you really want to play in the NBA.
If you are a college student, your high school basketball team already competes in all relevant competitions. Unleash your potential and take advantage of recruitment opportunities at regional conferences and March Madness tournaments.
Prepare yourself for professional play
Join the high school team so you can join the college team. NBA players must be 19 years old and most are straight out of college. Reach your highest potential in high school and AAU basketball to play in a prestigious venue like Duke, Kentucky or North Carolina. The best NBA scouts usually only consider players from Division 1 programs.
If you're not playing at your best, a private basketball coach can help you improve.
Good grades in high school will help you complete your "package" and increase your attractiveness as a student-athlete. Think like a recruiter: you want to be someone who is easy to sell to anyone who needs to be convinced. Call the dean's office if you need a tutor to improve your grades. They can put you in touch with a tutor who can help you.
Most college and high school coaches will have a clear idea of which recruiters will attend specific games or presentations. If you want to contact someone, ask your trainer if they know anything about it.
If you can, try playing internationally. Most NBA players who didn't get kicked out of college programs the first game overseas before entering the league. This could be a suitable entry point into the NBA if you attended a D2, D3 or junior college. When you compete internationally, you face a wider range of strong athletes and different styles of basketball.
You may find it helpful to look for a foreign basketball league with lower age and eligibility requirements than the NBA if you are an outstanding player but don't think college is for you.
Hoopsagents.com has a large international directory that can help you find an agent in the country you want to start with.
Hire an agent. If you're playing at a high level but haven't received an invitation from a recruiter yet, you may be too old for college or the right people haven't had a chance to see you play. To help arrange important meetings and advance your professional career, contact your US representative.
Pinnacle basketball agents are listed on Hoopshype.com along with links to their sports agencies so you can contact them. If you're set on a specific team, you can check how many players each agent has placed and where.
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Professional Skills Basketball - Denver
Professional Basketball - Denver is one of the many divisions of the PSB franchise. Here we will discuss more about their mission, scholarship programs and more.
About Us
Pro Skills Basketball started as a summer program in Charlotte, North Carolina and was founded in 2009 by two former Davidson Wildcats and overseas professional players. What began modestly has expanded to over 175 club teams and over 100 camps and clinics annually across the US. The NBA Jr. named PSB as one of the top 15 U.S. youth basketball teams in 2017 and invited them to join their "flagship network".
Team Curry was created in 2020 as a result of a relationship between PSB and NBA player Stephen Curry. More than 175 PSB alumni are now working in colleges and elsewhere.
In Denver, Colorado, Pro Skills Basketball Denver is one of the leading youth basketball associations. For boys and girls of all ages, we offer a selection of children's basketball instruction, clinics, camps, and AAU teams. Our goal is to empower young athletes by fostering a culture of relentless self-improvement and a genuine desire to inspire players and improve the lives of children.
Departure: Skyhawks Basketball Colorado
Mission
Pro Skills Basketball aims to provide parents, players and coaches with a more professional experience that emphasizes organized communication, fun, mutual respect and personal growth both on and off the court. Youth basketball is often disorganized, solely focused on winning, and tends to be disappointing. However, through our club teams, camps, clinics, and online programs, we instill success-oriented basketball, life, and leadership skills in our players.
Our goal is to take basketball players to the next level while teaching them the life principles that will help them succeed off the court. We train players in life skills, basketball skills and success skills.
See: Washington DC Basketball Academies
Programs We Offer
Professional Basketball - Denver offers a variety of programs that can be divided into three sections.
Teams
For elementary to advanced boys and girls in grades 2 through 11, we offer club basketball teams in downtown Denver.
PSB club teams offer the following:
- Comprehensive development program
- Team training and games, camps, clinics, training included
- Certified and trained coaches
- Organized Parent Communication
See also: Stamford Basketball World Youth Foundation
English
Boys and girls in grades 2-8 in downtown Denver can attend our PSB Denver camps for beginner to intermediate levels.
Our basketball camps include the following benefits:
- Summer and holiday camps available
- Multi-day events
- Safe and enjoyable environment
- Certified and trained coaches
- Skills, exercises, contests and games
Clinics
Our Denver PSB clinics are open to boys and girls grades 2 through 11 from elementary to advanced levels.
With our basketball clinics in Denver, you get
- One-day events
- Holidays and weekends
- Focus on skills and training
- Certified and Trained Coaches
See Basketball Academy Hoop Code
Other Resources We Offer
PSB Denver offers a variety of educational and learning materials. These materials are intended to help you learn more about our summer/winter camps. Through our podcast you'll get the latest news on what's happening at PSB. We also offer online instructional videos. These videos will help you train with our team of professionals at your convenience.
Our basketball drills and videos cover shooting technique, footwork, dribbling and ball handling, as well as developing strength, athleticism and fitness. To listen to our podcasts, click: https://anchor.fm/youth-hoops-pod.
How to join the PSB
Joining the PSB is not an easy process, in this blog we will show you how to join them.
- The first step is to register: In order for our team to contact you and secure your video, fill in your details and double check your phone number and email addresses.
- Step 2 - Submit your footage: Once registration is complete, you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your footage. You can upload your games directly to our DropBox using the URL provided, making the video submission process quick and easy. You can submit three complete games. Note: If the email does not immediately appear in your inbox, check your spam folder as it may have been marked as spam.
- Step Three - Video Producer: After reviewing your video footage, our video editors will create a 2-4 minute video of your game highlights. An instrumental track will be added to the video and sent to you for approval via Google Drive.
PSB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Young people's talents and abilities are developed through athletics by the Pro Skills Basketball youth basketball team. For us at Pro Skills Basketball, both education and development of the sport for our young athletes is important. We are looking for the best applicant for the scholarship. Get a chance to win our $1,500 Scholarship by motivating us with the life lessons you've received and learned while playing sports.
An invaluable tool that can create a better future for young minds is education. Education, like sports, is a powerful tool that can help develop a child's physical, mental and emotional skills and foundations. This scholarship program is designed to support young athletes in achieving their goals.
Your tuition, boarding expenses, books and study materials, and living expenses such as transportation and healthcare may be covered by your scholarship. Pro Skills Basketball wants to give you the tools you need to be successful in your area of expertise.
See: International University Admissions in Maryland, USA
Pro Basketball History
In 2009, Brendan Winters and Logan Kosmalsky decided to accidentally open a one-week youth basketball summer camp in Charlotte after a grueling professional basketball career overseas. Brendan and Logan, former teammates of Davidson, traveled overseas thanks to their skills, camaraderie, and a bit of luck. Logan made his professional debut in France after providing the team with a video of him scoring 25 against Duke. With 24 points in the game, Brendan also had one of his best performances and a year later the same French team signed him. After spending a season together in France, Logan left to play in Poland, while Brendan moved to Germany.
After Brendan promoted Logan to his German trainers, they were soon back together. They were teammates again, but more importantly, they became budding business partners.
Two years after summer camp opened, Logan and Brennan had an idea and expanded it from one week to four: “We'll see how this summer goes, and if everything goes well, maybe we'll just retire and start do it on an ongoing basis. “They had a successful summer of 2011, announced their retirement from the NBA and launched Pro Skills Basketball. With sites in 12 US cities and a significant presence in China and England, ProSkills has seen exponential growth since its inception and now provides club teams, classes and camps of the highest caliber. Brendan and Logan have made great strides in Scaling Pro Skills.
WHY THE PSB IS DIFFERENT
Pro Skills Basketball Club Teams offer a more professional basketball experience for parents, players and coaches based on organized communication, fun, mutual respect and personal growth both on and off the court.
