Misconceptions about the Nike EYBL, and adidas 3 Stripes, and Under Armour basketball shoe circuits
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
- Everyone has heard of AAU Basketball's "Shoe Circuit". The big three shoe companies, Nike (EYBL and EYCL), adidas (Gauntlet, 3SSB, Uprising), and Under Armour (The Association and Rise), have all created their own version of these grassroots programs. And now, Puma has entered the conversation with their PRO16 League.
But what are they really and whom do they actually benefit?
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After years of discussions with parents, players, tournament directors, and coaches, we have found that there are several misconceptions about what these events actually provide.
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This video clears up some of those misconceptions and provides a reality check. It also dives into what independent tournaments have to offer and how players can benefit from attending those as well.
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You guys are spot on with everything. I would add this one thing though... the shoe circuit teams DO NOT have all of "the 1% best of the best" players. They just have the good players they were able to snag from independent teams, or the ones who showed up at their tryouts. The really good players on independent teams who don't land on a "shoe team" rarely get seen by guys like Paul Biancardi at ESPN100, so they usually go unranked and never get the high major and most mid-major coaches' attention. The only times I've seen Power 5 and High Mid-Major coaches look at independent kids seriously, it came as a result of referrals from trusted a source(s)... i.e. another coach, reputable media guy, or a family member/friend. Usually, if a major NCAA D1 college coach is at an independent tournament, it's to see a specific kid on a specific team -- OR -- to sit on a specific court(s) designated by the tournament hosts/directors. They don't typically wander away from those courts either.
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Hey guys I just made an underarmour team and I’m super hyped wish me luck this summer
Grade 10 btw
How it going?
@@faze-nintendo9742 pretty good by Gods grace I’m getting into a prep school pretty soon
Hi guys! Great video with a wealth of information. I think the video ended prior to you touching on it but how are teams selected for the shoe circuit? Any insight is appreciated. Thank you.
Thanks Arjun, each program is different. Most likely it is a combination of recruiting, younger players that have come up through their program, and tryouts.
@@SelectBasketballUSA Thank you! For clarity, if Team XYZ is able to recruit a certain caliber of players the shoe circuit programs may take notice and invite them to join?
I’m interested in I have a team and I want to get them on the shoe circuit. How does that process take place? Who courts who? Thank you again!
Hey there, I'm 17 (born 2004)from Germany and doing a year abroud starting early August. I'm used to playing on the highest level in my age and also compete with men, I still don't know whether or not I'm good enough to make an AAU or curcuit team, but I definitely want to try it out. I'm going to a town that is fairly near Kansas City, any teams that you know, that could be interesting for me?
Until then, best from Germany!
Are you going to be attending high school? Prep school? Being international, the first thing you will need to find out is your eligiblity. Check with the NCAA website and see what the requirements are. If you are near Kansas City, there will be teams. If you determine that you are eligible, you need to start reaching out to the teams there to see if there is a good fit. Good luck!
Do some shoe circuit teams lose their sponsorship? Because I look on instagram and I see teams that have the circuit in their bio but the pictures are them just playing against regular aau teams
Yes they do. For example, AOT was on the Nike circuit during the Shariff Cooper era, but now they are not.
What about the new show circuits? like puma are these teams on the same level ish or is there a big gap between the first 3 shoe circuits
Would it be misleading and false advertising to add the shoe name to your overall brand name even though only a small percentage in circuit team of the particular shoe? Or is it that certain shoe companies actually sponsor an entire league even though most teams are not in their circuit? Do you feel there may be some misrepresentation in certain big leagues that casually associated with these names, falsely or too vaguely to draw players in?
Great video
Thanks!
How can I get my team in the the shoe circuit tournaments?
Once we beat a few teams sponsorship will follow
Every circuit does it a little differently. Some require an invitation, others you can buy your way into. The more high major / NBA prospects on your roster, the better your chances are. As the circuit emerges from COVID, we should expect some changes to how they operate.
also only a certain teams aloud so u cant just get it u have to replace sum1
Yo bro btw just because they are sponsored don’t mean they in the circuit
Can you play on UAA & Nike EYBL if they have different dates?
That would be a better question for the program director or coach. There are no restrictions from the circuits themselves.
@@SelectBasketballUSA that answers my question thx! I'm not aware if anyone's done it before, great channel, subbed
@@HumbledByYahahwa jalen green played on the uaa,eybl and addidas gauntlet circut
I’m 15 and never played aau or any comp leagues cause of money and enough free time but I really want to play I think I can compete do u think it is easy to make the cut if their are tryouts and would adidas be easier to make then nike
Nike will always be the hardest to make. Adidas and under armor also insanely hard to make. I would start out with under armor rise / Adidas silver gauntlet teams and then work your way up to the main circuits.
If you are playing in a addias gauntlet are you allowed to play on a eybl team
I’m 15 and I can’t play aau that much anymore cuz of money and not enough time. But if I started again is there any major sho circuits or eybl teams in Maryland? And can I get offers from just popping off in high school ball?
try to play for team durant youll get out there fs and theyre the best eybl team from md
@@undercoverism7290 but is it invite only or can I try out.
@@jordanthejellyfishcash4246 it might be invite only look at the website
Hi I’m 13 in 8th grade located in LA and want to join the shoe circuit. I’m an all around good player and my athletiscm is above average. I want to tryout for one of the shoe circuit teams but don’t know where or how to do that. Could you help me out?
You can try the shoe circuit websites and see if they have the teams posted. They usually indicate the area they are based out of. When you find one that is in the state you live in or in a state that borders on their state (it is called the adjoining state rule) see when their tryouts are and attend.
Hi Im 14 in my freshman year and I am international so if I am to come in the summer what do you think the best way for me to get into one of these shoe circuits is
First, find a program that is playing on the circuit.
Second, confirm that they will be playing on the circuit and that you have a spot on their team.
Third, check with the NCAA eligibility department to learn how you can be eligible to play on a team in the United States. You may be required to establish residency.
I’m born around June 2006 and I’m from Canada in the 10th grade this upcoming year. If I play in the states do I play 2025 because I know a lot of people playing in the states that are Canadian who play a year down
Age eligibility typically goes off of your age or your grade. Most of the time, either will qualify you. So a 15U division generally means that if you are either 15 years old or a 9th grader, you are eligible. But definitely check with your coach and the tournament rules to verify.
Hey how can I get/buy the eybl shoes for retail
You may need to speak with an EYBL team directly
I’m from Canada, I wanna play on a circuit team in America. Do I have to live in that state to play for the team ?
No
Hi I’m 14 and want to play for a shoe team. I am from Toronto, Canada and I am not sure what I should do since it would not be feasible for me to go back and forth this year because of coronavirus restrictions and wouldn’t have anywhere to stay during the season in the USA.
You might look for teams in Canada. Keep an open mind about the program / team you will play for. Shoe teams are great, but non-shoe teams can often provide the exposure players need.
@@SelectBasketballUSA yes thats true but we are in our third lockdown and teams are unable to practice. I don’t think any of those are playing in US tournaments.
@@xaviersolomon8860 COVID is definitely still a major issue and public policy is something individuals have little control over. The best advice is to be ready when things open up. The window is smaller so when opportunity presents itself, you must be ready!
@@SelectBasketballUSA I actually got in contact with a team that may be going to the US this summer. Hopefully it works out. Thanks for the help
Are these circuit teams usually invite or are there tryouts
The teams are welcome to fill their rosters any way that they choose. Most are likely invited players, though some programs have tryouts and may fill spots from there.
Depends on which teams
how do they go about giving gear to players do they just like show up one day to practice and have gear waiting for them or do they have to win tournaments or something
At team final we have a media day type thing
@@princecash5678 how do i get on a team, i’m in 9th grade and i haven’t had a high school season this year
Much like Team Final, we usually have a media type day where we give out the gear, do pictures, interviews, etc. Every program is different.
We have tryouts every spring and summer for our teams. Anyone can tryout as long as they meet our age and residential address guidelines. You can learn more here: video.selectbasketballusa.com/2021season
AAU is not EYBL, Adidas gauntlet or under armour. Everybody says " I play aau" or "I'm on an aau team" and it laughable. 10 out of 10 people don't have a clue that most tourney's these days are independent and the teams are not registered or santioned with aau lol . AAU is the most lose term I've ever heard. Try " I play competitive travel basketball" that makes more sense. Crap is a joke!
Correct, AAU is now a similar term to travel ball just like Kleenex means tissue paper. It is important to not get caught up in the semantics...it's the point of the message that matters.
Yes it’s really confusing!!!!
do shoe cicuts ply none shoe circuts
Some shoe teams will play non-shoe tournaments on weekends when they do not have a prior obligation.
So you have to pay when you playing eybl as a player in the team ?
No , but you do have to pay to tryout.
Not generally in the 17U division but every program is run a little different.
My nearest adidas team is 2hours away. Do u think it is worth it to play?
yes absolutly
Question:
Do Shoe teams have to maintain a certain win percentage in order to maintain their contract????
Not that we are aware of. It has more to do with the potential of the player's and the impact they may have in the future. Of course, winning a lot of games never hurts!
Hey I’m 15 sophomore and I wanna play aau or eybl to get noticed more but I have no money what do I do ?
If the programs don't offer scholarships, ask if they have fundraising opportunities. Check in with the coaches or administrators of the program and they should be able to help you out.
@@SelectBasketballUSA or he can go to big named camps to get his name out there thats what im going to do
@@KannyFils-Aime it’s dat expensive too?
@@lawrenceagudah9728 yeah it Is
@@xaviersolomon8860 then nvm 😂😂
I’m 13 going into my freshman year next year and i don’t have a trainer or anything but Iv been playing for regular aau teams where u don’t see scouts and i think Iv been getting better everyday. How can u manage to get on these circuit teams
Simple as this, if you are good enough they will find you. They want future pros basically. Taller, longer athletes who can finish thru contact and shoot it well.
The first step is finding way to get in front of their decision makers, usually the head coach. If you have talent, have the body (size and length), and have the athleticism, you have a chance.
Is it free to play eybl
no
If you are good enough to be scouted like many ranked 4-5 star recruits then yes
Its all about money and the slave trade!! Dont get it twisted!! Its not about instruction its about recruiting future so called stars to wear their brand if they make it to the league!!
GOD bless
If I am going into my senior year ( turning 18 in November) is it still possible to play in an aau team to help my recruitment during my senior year?
No junior year is the last year you can play aau
You can play the summer before senior year
Most tournaments will allow unsigned seniors to compete.