What do I need to bring along to each training session?

Athletes should bring appropriate sports gear, water bottles, and any additional equipment required as communicated by the trainer.

Are you currently running training sessions?

Yes, training sessions are currently being conducted. Contact us to check availability.

Is one session a week beneficial?

One session a week can be beneficial for athletes looking to maintain consistency and improve specific skills.

AAU Program

Brisbane Classic 21 - 24 Jan

Pride aau program

AAU Basketball Australia Bringing U.S.A Level Competition Down Under.

AAU Basketball Australia delivers premier, high-performance tournaments for basketball athletes nationwide. Originating from the prestigious U.S.A AAU system, this model has been adopted in Australia to give players access to elite level competition and development opportunities comparable to those in the United States.

Why Pride AAU?

AAU basketball is fast-paced, physical, and highly competitive and that’s exactly why we embrace it. Competing in this environment challenges our athletes to elevate their game, sharpen their decision-making, and develop the toughness required at higher levels of basketball.

Priority will be given to athletes who commit to participating with Pride across multiple tournaments. This approach supports consistent team development and maximises long term growth for both individual players and the program as a whole.

Our athletes are taught to translate skills into game performance, stay composed under pressure, and play with purpose. Through elite coaching, structured team preparation, and regular exposure to high-level competition, we give every athlete the tools to grow both on and off the court.

Have questions? Email us at prideaau@prideperformance.com.au

why participate?

Participating in AAU allows our trainers to observe how well athletes are translating the skills we’ve been teaching them into real-game situations.

skill translation

AAU participation helps our trainers see how well athletes apply learned skills in real-game situations.

Learning Opportunities

Each game is a teaching moment where we guide athletes on implementing their skills during gameplay.

Avoiding Bad Habits

Inexperienced coaching can lead to bad habits or misunderstandings of the game. We focus on correcting these early.

Team Selection & Development

Our AAU program stands apart through its strong focus on team balance, preparation and player development.Teams are carefully selected to create a balanced roster, rather than simply stacking a team with the same type of player. We consider each athlete’s position, playing style, strengths and development needs to ensure every team has the right mix of guards, wings and post players.

In the lead-up to each tournament, athletes complete 8–10 structured 90-minute team training sessions designed to build chemistry, establish individual roles and positions, implement team plays and game strategies, and prepare athletes to compete effectively as a team.

Our goal is to create a true team environment where every athlete understands their role, develops their individual game and learns how to contribute to the success of the team.

AAU Brisbane Classic is next –
Don’t miss your chance to be part of our elite AAU program!

AAU Journey so far...

FROM ONE TEAM TO TEN!

Our Pride AAU journey began at Easter 2024 with just ONE team travelling to Melbourne. Fast forward to today, and we’re now taking an incredible 10 TEAMS to compete!

What started small has grown into something pretty special more athletes, more opportunities, more competition and one seriously strong Pride family. 💜🧡

Brisbane Classic is next… and we’re just getting started!

Ready to join the Pride? Reach out above!

Through our AAU program, athletes have a seamless transition into Pride Pathways, offering even greater opportunities for development.