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56 Districts & 32+ Sports

The AAU Is … One of the largest, non-profit, volunteer sport organizations in the United States. Founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateurism. Served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federation. Worked closely with the Olympic movement to prepare athletes for the Olympic Games.

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AAU Marketing  Volunteers – (Word of Mouth)  Partnerships(outside organizations/schools/clubs)  Offer programs for all levels of competition  Solicit at other like events  Dynamic Website  Social Media  Free Marketing Sources  Market within school systems  Newsletter

National Championships 250+ National Championships Hosted Annually AAU Junior Girls Volleyball National Championships ESPN Wide World of Sports & Orange County Convention Center AAU Girls Basketball National Championships ESPN Wide World of Sports; Kings Island, OH; Franklin, TN AAU Boys’ Basketball National Championships ESPN Wide World of Sports; Lexington, KY; Hampton, VA; Charlotte, NC; Little Rock, AR AAU Baseball National Championships ESPN Wide World of Sports; Ft. Myers, FL AAU Karate National Championships Cincinnati, Ohio

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