Best AAU Basketball Teams in Washington State – From Seattle to Statewide
AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) basketball teams are a popular option for youth players looking to sharpen their skills and gain competitive experience. These programs typically offer a couple of team practices per week, focused on skill development, team dynamics, and game strategy. In addition, players usually participate in tournament play a few times per month, allowing them to apply what they've learned in practice to real-game situations. For parents considering this route, there are several pros and cons to weigh. On the plus side, AAU basketball can offer high-quality coaching and exposure to a competitive environment, which can be invaluable for player development. However, the commitment in terms of time and travel can be significant, as tournaments are often held in different cities. Additionally, the costs for participation and travel can add up, so it's essential to consider whether the investment aligns with your child's interest and skill level.
Below you can find a list of competitive AAU teams in Greater Seattle Area and their tryout dates. If you notice that something is missing or inaccurate, feel free to reach out to us.
Areas:
Seattle
Seattle Select
A club that has highly competitive UA Future Circuit teams, as well as more developmental level teams.
Location: 6801 Roosevelt Way NE Seattle, WA 98115
WA Supreme / Team Dean
Empowering youth through sports, offering teams for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade boys.
Location: 400 23rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Benefit Park
Youth basketball team based in central and south end Seattle.
Location: 9320 38th Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98118
Seattle Eastside
LocalHoops
Youth basketball club with teams for both boys and girls across various age groups starting from 7u. The program also offers weekly open practices with different focus, as well as developmental league Lions League.
Location: Bellevue, WA 98007
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(EBC) Seattle Eastside Basketball Club
Premier basketball training center serving boys and girls in Kirkland and Greater Seattle. Offers boys and girls AAU teams starting from 2nd grade, as well as developmental league.
Location: 6601 132nd Ave NE #1 Kirkland, WA 98033
Northwest Blazers
Very competitive girls basketball team with opportunities to play on national circuits.
Location: 7003 132nd Pl SE, Newcastle, WA 98056
Renton Select
Competitive and developmental program for male student-athletes in grades 2 - 12 in the Renton School District service area.
Location: Renton High School, 400 S 2nd St, Renton, WA 98057
Northwest Rockets
Year-round basketball for youth of all skill levels, offering both developmental and AAU teams for grades 3-12.
Location: Renton, WA 98055
Stuckey United
Year-round basketball for youth of all skill levels, offering both developmental and AAU teams for grades 3-12.
Location: 10842 117th Pl NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
South Seattle
Tacoma area
Slow Grind Elite
6-8th grade boys AAU program, associated with Isaiah Thomas and his Slow Grind brand.
Location: 827 N Tacoma Ave, Tacoma, WA 98403
Seattle Rotary Tacoma Style
Seattle Rotary has expanded its presence south and is offering teams in Tacoma starting Fall 2024.
Location: 3109 S 60th St, Tacoma, WA 98409
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T.O.T ACES
Nonprofit organization AAU Basketball Team based in Tacoma WA, focused on the development of players.
Location: Tacoma, WA
PNW Jr Vets AAU
Boys AAU TEAMS 2nd Grade-HS; Skills Training & Player Development
Location: 2800 SW 320th St, Federal Way, WA 98023
No Limits Academy
Youth basketball academy focused on building mental fortitude and resilience in players.
Everett Area
NW Blazers-PSA
Very competitive girls's AAU team with a tradition of excellence and focus on academics.
Bruin Select Basketball
A feeder program in the Cascade High School boundaries for winter season, but open boundaries for spring and fall.
Location: Eisenhower Middle School, 10200 25th Ave SE, Everett 98208
Everett Hoops 31
Everett AAU 🏀 basketball team. Part of the EHS feeder program, Class of 2031.
Location: Everett, WA
Triple Double Elite Hoops
8th grade AAU team coached by Tyler Keplinger in the Everett / Mukilteo area.
Location: 9600 Sharon Dr, Everett, WA, 98204
Kitsap
Commit 360
A rapidly growing program in Kitsap County, Washington, focusing on boys' basketball and life skills development, with plans to expand to a girls' program.
Location: 1500 13th St, Bremerton, WA 98337
Bellingham Area
Olympia, Centralia Area
Central Washington
South Washington Select
Boys and girls Travel basketball team based out of Southern Washington. Ages 11U-17U currently.
Location: 4215 Convention Pl, Pasco, WA 99301
Eastern Washington Elite
17u Adidas Gold basketball team based out of Eastern Washington
Location: Eastern Washington
Spokane and Eastern Washington
Vancouver and Southwest Washington
