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The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports.
During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations. The AAU worked closely with the Olympic movement to prepare athletes for the Olympic games. After the Amateur Sports Act of 1978, the AAU has focused its efforts into providing sports programs for all participants of all ages beginning at the grass roots level. The philosophy of "Sports for All, Forever," is shared by over 670,000 participants and over 100,000 volunteers.
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When you sign up for an AAU membership, you sign up for success! The Blanchard Institute is here to guide you there.
The Blanchard Institute has developed the Student Self Leadership courses to help shift a young learner's mindset from being a life passenger to being a life leader, at no cost to learners, parents, schools, or organizations.
We also recognize that the next generation thrives when they have strong adults supporting them. That’s why we created Student Self Leadership for Champions. Parents, teachers, coaches, and all leaders for the youth can grow from these courses.
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We are thrilled to announce that our very own Coach Jim Fox has been named the National Director of AAU Basketball Training!
Starting later this month, Coach Fox will be traveling the country conducting player development and coaches' training, helping elevate the game on a national level. Jim will be adding these new responsibilities to his already full plate of running Lightning and planning our future initiatives connected with Island Garden leagues, tournaments, clinics, and camps.
This incredible opportunity comes as no surprise to those who know Jim—his experience as a long-time Division I Assistant and Head Coach, combined with his deep roots in the AAU Lightning program, made him the clear choice for AAU President Mirza. All of us at Lightning Basketball and NY Metropolitan AAU are
proud and excited to see Coach Fox recognized by the largest youth basketball organization in the country. His mission: to raise the bar for players and coaches across the U.S.
Congratulations, Coach Fox—we are behind you every step of the way!
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