About the Program
BSNY Elite’s Fall/Spring Uptown AAU basketball is for advanced and intermediate players only. Playing time is based on skill and practice attendance.
We offer a limited number of teams and spots in each age group (ages 9U – 17U). The Fall season spans from Sept-Oct and Spring from April-June consisting of 2-3 practice per week and 3-6 weekend tournaments. These tournaments will be in the Tri-state area and require your availability all weekend. Normally, 2 games will be played on Saturdays with a 3rd on Sunday. Based on the team’s performance, there may be a 4th, semi-final game and a 5th, championship game on Sunday as well.
For beginner and intermediate players or families not interested in traveling for weekend tournaments, we ask you to consider our Saturday HOOP Academy.
Program Overview:
- Season Duration: Early September thru October
- Practices: 2-3 practices per week, starting in early September and ending 1st week in Nov.
- Tournaments: Weekend obligations, mostly outside NYC in locations like Westchester, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and others.
- Commitment: AAU basketball demands dedication, with intense coaching and competition. Playing time is determined at the coach’s discretion.
- Travel: Families should be prepared for weekend travel, weeknight practices, and late schedule releases from Tournament Directors.
- Practice Schedule: 1-2 weekday practices and a Friday, ranging from late afternoon (4:30pm-8pm) to evening, in local gyms in on the Upper East and Upper West Side
- Tournament Weekends: Oct 5th & 6th, Oct 19th & 20th, Oct 26th & 27th. Teams will participate in 3 tournaments from these dates.
Age Breakdown example: If your son is 11, to play 11U he cannot turn 12 before June 1, 2022.
Divisions: Teams available 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Grades
Cost: $1495 per player