Many big basketball names are coming out against AAU basketball. Came across an article today from FarmingtonIndependent.com (http://www.farmingtonindependent.com/sports/4315845-through-players-eyes-aau-basketball-confronting-its-reputation) and it leads with this quote.
Kobe Bryant believes it is bad for basketball, claiming it does not develop fundamentals and the right skills. Others say that AAU promotes the individual and is detrimental to team play and learning how to win as a team.
But as you continue to read the article, you’ll discover many (if not most) kids have a much different experience with AAU basketball. Check it out at http://www.farmingtonindependent.com/sports/4315845-through-players-eyes-aau-basketball-confronting-its-reputation
What do YOU think?
Doug DeVries has been working in youth basketball for over 25 years. He has a passion to see sports in balance in life, for kids to thrive in sports, and for parents to enjoy the entire process.