AUSA Hoops Testimonials

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• The tour, whilst incredible for basketball, was so much more than that. Everything was excellent including the staff, the competition, and the experience overall, but the best part was the community, and the friendships built along the way. It inspired and challenged everyone, creating memories that will be talked about for years to come.

• AUSA is probably the most exposure an Australian is ever going to get to American basketball culture — colleges, playing style, coaches. If you ever wanted to take basketball seriously and play for a living, AUSA might just be your chance to make your dream a reality. AUSA coaches give excellent information about how to get recruited, so if you listen and execute what is said you have a great chance of getting a scholarship.

• AUSA gave me the opportunity and the tools required to make a dream of mine potentially become a reality — giving me the opportunity to play in front of coaches, in front of good competition, and providing amazing mentors helping me improve as a player, improve my ability to get recruited, and become a better man.

• Definitely the best basketball I have ever played in my life. It doesn't matter if you beat every team you play or lose every single game — once you get back home you will be a much better basketball player.

• The AUSA AAU America Tour was an incredible experience that gave me the opportunity to experience basketball in the United States and gain exposure to a completely different level and culture of the game. The tour challenged me both on and off the court, while the staff were incredibly supportive and always made sure we felt comfortable and looked after. It was an unforgettable experience that has helped me grow as a player and as a person.

• The best of the best for US basketball exposure and experience. The balance of on-court and off-court activity was exceptional and the coaches and staff were knowledgeable, understanding, and inclusive. I would 110% recommend the tour to anyone who is taking this career seriously and wants a taste of how different Australian basketball is to US basketball.

• If you're looking for a program that will really put your basketball life to the test against a top AAU circuit in America, AUSA Hoops is it.

• A very good learning opportunity and a great experience. The staff were incredible and prepared, and the coaches provided so many opportunities and little details to improve our game. Coach Rob always said to do the “1 percenters” and that really sticks with me and improved my all-round game.

• The AUSA tour was an incredible opportunity to experience high-level American basketball. Being able to compete in such a large-scale event while gaining exposure and having access to so many coaches was an amazing experience. It allowed me to showcase my abilities, learn from different coaching perspectives, and gain valuable insight into the next level of basketball.

• Great basketball exposure. If you want to see what the level is, and if you want to see what it truly takes to play college basketball, I would recommend doing AUSA.

• Was the best experience I could have asked for — being able to play in front of so many coaches, get the exposure to how they play in the US, and the different refereeing style. Definitely worth doing.

• Greatest sporting experience I've had, both through and outside of the basketball. Got to experience a new culture and develop as a player and person.

• Elite trip with a good mix between on-court and off-court experiences. The college visits and tours were like nothing seen in Australia. Support from staff was great and the competition is epic for exposure.

• This tour is a great experience for basketball athletes looking for college recruitment, or a new perspective on the game. Either way it's a great way to improve your skills and see where you stack up against some of the best for your age group.

• It's a great program to get exposure and play in front of college coaches. It really helps the process of getting recruited and getting the opportunity to be seen.

• Great experience to play against the best of the best, and shows you if you really want it. Awesome memories that I'll take with me till I'm old.

• Great experience for exposure playing in the US, and good cultural experiences.

• One of the best basketball experiences I have ever had.

• AUSA Hoops opens more doors for your basketball journey, with playing in front of college and high school coaches and playing the American style of basketball. And you get to experience how the college lifestyle is.

• Great tour. Helps if you want good exposure to how Americans play the game.

• Best basketball experience all round for players.

• It allows you to see the game beyond Australia and learn about the playing style in America, which helps you if you want to play at the collegiate level.

• Great experience, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be able to compete with people as good as the players in the US.

• This was the best basketball experience, as you get to play against American-style players and gain experience.

• I had the best basketball I've ever experienced and loved playing against Americans at this high level. It's amazing seeing all the great American players and teams over here too.

• It was a very eye-opening experience getting to play against the American teams and the level of intensity and physicality that is required to be a collegiate athlete.

• The tour is an amazing experience, would highly recommend. Great exposure, play against some of the best players in your class, and you have a great time over in the USA.

• It's my second tour with AUSA. As a teenager it is an awesome experience and we need to get more people to join, and let them see how the American play style is taught here in America.

• I would totally recommend this tour to any players in Australia aspiring to play at the next level and develop their game from a global perspective.

• Definitely something everyone should experience. The competition is next level and I learnt a lot about the recruiting process and my own game.

• So much fun. Balance of not only great exposure to coaches and programs, but fun experiences around colleges and coach-led guides around some of the best programs in the country.

• It's one of the most eye-opening experiences I've had as to what the game is like and what playing at each level of college could be like. It was far from what I thought, in the best way possible.

• The tour is great. It really opens your eyes on how you want to go about your career in sports.

• As good as any basketball tour will be.

• This was the best and most fun basketball experience I have ever had. It completely exceeded my expectations of what an American tour would be like.

• This trip was amazing. The friendships and connections I made are so great and the team bonding happened so easily! The team play was great and the experience was amazing — the access to great coaches and support, as well as college coaches at all games and around all courts, was great!

• AUSA gave me an opportunity to experience what it's like to play basketball at a high level in the US, as well as connecting me with new amazing people.

• One of the best basketball experiences I've had, and I've been playing for 14 years. Loved every moment, and it opened my opportunities and knowledge on college basketball.

• Incredible experience. Really introduced me to the different levels of the game in THE basketball country, and left me more motivated to grind and go to college there.

• This was an incredible experience. I love playing basketball in America, but I also enjoy the culture of basketball in America — the love of the game.

• The experience taught me a lot, not just on the court but off the court. It for sure helped my game with understanding the game better.

• Great basketball experience. Opened my eyes to recruiting and what it takes to make it to the next level.

• This trip pushed me to new limits as a basketball player and a young man.

• Being welcomed into the AUSA Hoops family and given the chance to play basketball in Texas meant so much to him — and to our whole family. … From day one, he was accepted, included, and encouraged by coaches and teammates alike. That kind of environment makes all the difference for a young athlete, and it's clear that AUSA Hoops is built on genuine care for the kids, not just the game. … Experiencing that level of toughness and picking up new techniques has helped him grow in ways he wouldn't have been able to back home. Thank you for making one of Aston's dreams come true, playing basketball in America. It has only made his passion grow, and his drive to go to college in the US.

• The AUSA Hoops tour to the US was outstanding. We would definitely recommend it to other basketball parents. We were very impressed with the organisation, the logistics, the experiences, the visits to US colleges, the quality and commitment of the staff and coaches, the quality of the accommodation, the safety and security of the boys, and the participation in the tournaments and the busy schedule. The thing we appreciated most was the regular communication and updates whilst the boys were away, including updates about flights. The experience and opportunity was exactly what both our son and us dreamed it would be.

• Right from the start with registration, throughout the trials, receiving trial performance feedback, and selection details, all through to the preparation of departure; the experience with AUSA was just so professional, organised, clear and personally designed.

• It is safe to say the whole experience really is a reflection of AUSA's clever tournament selection and trusted relationship with so many US Coaches.

• Emma had been wondering about US college for a while and signed up for AUSA's AAU tour this year. The expert and candid advice and support she received from AUSA coaches over many months, about the pros and cons of US college, made all the difference.

• The results from the tour far exceeded our expectations. From being showcased at one tournament our son received a number of division one scholarship offers.

• AUSA Hoops have the experience and knowledge among their administration and coaches to ensure not only that their teams will be showcased at tournaments that matter, but also provide honest and realistic feedback about your expectations.

• You had the unenviable challenge of bringing a group of seven individuals together to form a team. However, under your leadership, direction and counsel the girls became a highly functional and competitive outfit.

• We are receiving a slow and steady drip-feed of updates from him, some of the things we know he has appreciated include: the staff, the team, and the friendships.

• Well, in hindsight, I do not know what we were worried about. His academics have picked up due to the 1:11 teacher-student ratio.

• 18 months ago we had no idea what the next step was going to be for our son as all his junior basketball had finished.

• If you follow US HS basketball, you know Montverde. He ate, drank and slept basketball for 2 years, studied hard and challenged himself to be the best.