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We have structured our program around what the parent can give back. Travel basketball programs can be demanding but so can work schedules. We work in the background to create teams that compete both locally and travel exposure types of events.

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How High School Basketball Players Can Maximize Their NCAA Recruitment Potential

February 1, 2025 By Coach Kosta

For aspiring high school basketball players, the dream of playing at the NCAA level can feel like both an exciting opportunity and a daunting challenge. The competition is fierce, and standing out requires effort, strategy, and self-advocacy. If you’re a parent or coach looking to guide a student-athlete, or a player eager to take control […]

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5 Reasons You Should Try Out for Ares Basketball This 2025 Season

January 12, 2025 By aresbasketball

There are many reasons why you should join a competitive basketball organization, but the main reason you should is to take your game to the next level. Playing with local friends or schools is fun, but when you get to play against the best, that is the level you want to play on if this […]

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Understanding AAU Basketball Age Eligibility and the Value of Tough Competition

January 1, 2025 By Coach Kosta

As a basketball coach, I’ve spent countless weekends at AAU tournaments, guiding my teams and observing the talent across the age groups. One of the most consistent—and controversial—topics that arise is age eligibility. Parents often notice players who seem to be older and more developed competing in younger brackets. While it can be frustrating to […]

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Youth boys & girls basketball organization based out of Tracy, CA.

16u balling out this 4th of July weekend bringing 16u balling out this 4th of July weekend bringing home the championship @aogeventsnorcal Summer Tip-off event held @atthegroundsroseville great job team 👏🏽👏🏽🎉🥳🍾
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If you’re not getting 500 makes this week… jus If you’re not getting 500 makes this week…
just know someone else is.

The gap between average and elite is measured in reps.
Tag your teammate. Get in the gym. Earn it.

🔥 Drop a 🏀 if you’re putting shots up this week.

#500MakesChallenge #NoExcusesJustReps #AresBasketball
#BasketballGrind #GetInTheGym #HooperMentality
#TrainToWin #NextLevelWork #BasketballMotivation
#EarnYourMinutes #ShootersShoot
🚨 16U ELITE TRYOUTS 🚨 Think you got what it 🚨 16U ELITE TRYOUTS 🚨
Think you got what it takes to compete at the next level?
We’re building something different. Real coaching. Real exposure. Real work.
📍 Mountain House, CA
📆 June 16 | ⏰ 6PM (TBD) | 💰 $20
🔥 Spots are limited. Let’s work.
🔗 Link in bio to register.

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Ares Basketball is building something special this summer. If you’re a 16U player (Class of 2027) ready to compete in top NCAA viewing events and grow your game—this is your shot. Tag a hooper that should be in front of colleges! 

🗓️ June 16
📍 Mountain House, CA
💰 $20 Tryout Fee
🌍 Register now at www.aresbasketball.com
Spots are limited. Let your game speak.

Summer Tournament Schedule:
July 5–6 – AOG @theGrouds (Tune-Up Northern, CA)
July 11–13 – HoopSource – NCAA Viewing (Portland, OR)
July 17–20 – GTE Live Finals (Cerritos, CA)
July 24–27 – Bigfoot Hoops – Las Vegas Classic

#AresBasketball #Tryouts #NCAALive #BasketballTryouts #GrassrootsHoops #AAUBasketball #ClassOf2026 #BasketballGrind #BallIsLife #WestCoastHoops #HighSchoolBasketball #BoysBasketball #GetRecruited #AAUTryouts #BasketballFamily
🚨 Tryouts Are Here! 🚨 LINK IN BIO! Ares Bask 🚨 Tryouts Are Here! 🚨 LINK IN BIO!
Ares Basketball is building something special this summer. If you’re a 16U player (Class of 2027) ready to compete in top NCAA viewing events and grow your game—this is your shot.

🗓️ June 16
📍 Mountain House, CA
💰 $20 Tryout Fee
🌍 Register now at www.aresbasketball.com
Spots are limited. Let your game speak.

#AresBasketball #Tryouts #NCAALive #BasketballTryouts #GrassrootsHoops #AAUBasketball #ClassOf2026 #BasketballGrind #BallIsLife #WestCoastHoops #HighSchoolBasketball #BoysBasketball #GetRecruited #AAUTryouts #BasketballFamily
Today, we pause. Not for a day off, but for those Today, we pause.
Not for a day off, but for those who gave it all.
May we live lives worthy of their sacrifice.

Grateful to have served.
Honored to remember.
Never forgotten.

#MemorialDay | #HonorTheFallen | #AresBasketball
The tape doesn’t care how you feel. It shows who The tape doesn’t care how you feel.
It shows who really works, who really defends, and who’s really ready.
Don’t fear the film—fix what it shows.

Drop a “locked in” if you’re built for this.

#FilmDoesntLie #FixWhatItShows #AresBasketball 
#BasketballIQ #BasketballStudy #HooperMentality 
#WatchTheTape #BasketballWork #GrindSeason 
#EarnYourMinutes #StudentOfTheGame #NoExcusesJustReps
Your highlights won’t hide the habits. Watch the Your highlights won’t hide the habits.
Watch the tape. Find the flaws. Fix them.
This is how real players level up.
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#FilmDoesntLie #AresBasketball #WatchTheTape 
#BasketballIQ #StudentOfTheGame #BasketballTraining 
#BreakDownTheFilm #BasketballDevelopment #GamePrep 
#BasketballGrind #NoExcusesJustReps #EarnEverything
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