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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The coaches will play the best starting 5 in almost every scenario. 80% of the time, their kid is one of the best 5. The other 20%, they are probably tied with another kid so got the edge being a son. I know it’s easier to just blame lack of playing time with coach having favoritism but it’s just not true in most cases. AAU teams need to win in order to be sustainable.

And no I’m not a coach nor do it have a spouse that is. I’m a seasoned AAU mom with a high schooler. Personal 1:1 training outside AAU makes a world of difference. You can’t just rely on AAU workouts. My son quickly moved into starting 5 (and now top 2 players) within 3 months. [/quote]

My kid is always a starting 5 but not the best. Or maybe they are and I don't give them credit...lol  I just think they reserve some "best players" to sub in.  You have to watch carefully.  Last off the bench is also telling.

I am curious what 1:1 training you recommend...[/quote]

DNA Elite in VA (they also have a few mainly older 14U AAU teams) does individual and group training. TripleThreat in MD is also a great organization that does both trainings as well. [/quote]

My kid is on JV at a WCAC HS and the things that I personally think have made the difference to be able to play competitive HS ball are

1. ball handling and shooting drills on their own (if your kid is not willing to practice and work out on their own time don't bother paying for #2 & #3)
2. strength and agility training
3. small group / 1:1 training for shooting and positional training (1:1 is good, but, some skills are best learned in small groups; a good trainer will have enough kids that they can be grouped for effective small groups) [/quote]

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