YOUTH BASKETBALL
high school AAU TeamS
Spring/Summer ’27
Tryouts in February.
Start now – get evaluated, know what to work on.
OC • IE • Denver
Boys & Girls
Grades 9-12
YOUTH Basketball
high school AAU TeamS
Spring/Summer ’27
Tryouts in February.
Start now – get evaluated, know what to work on.
OC • IE • Denver
Boys & Girls
Grades 9-12
⏰ Spring/Summer ’27 tryouts are in Feb. Book your eval now to find out what to work on before then.
Rain Basketball Teams in
Orange County, Inland Empire, Denver
FREE High School / AAU BASKETBALL EVALUATIONS FOR COMPETITIVE TEAMS
90% of Our Players Earn College Scholarships.
Will Yours Be Next?
Rain Basketball’s free HS player evaluations are open. If your 9th – 12th grade player is serious about playing college basketball, this is where their journey begins.
Rain Basketball’s AAU teams have helped student-athletes earn over $5 million in college scholarships since 2010. Not through luck. Through elite coaching, competition exposure, and a recruiting pipeline that connects players to college programs.
📅 Free Player Evaluations: Happening NOW!
🏫 Who: High school athletes, Grades 9-12 (Boys & Girls)
📍 Where: Orange County | Inland Empire | Denver/Aurora
💰 Cost: FREE to attend
Your player’s college basketball career doesn’t start in senior year. It starts with the right AAU program now:
- USAB Gold Certified coaches (highest certification in youth basketball)
- 90% college scholarship rate for program players
- Direct recruiting connections to college coaches and scouts
- Competitive games in elite tournaments where recruiters watch
- Over 8,000 student-athletes developed since 2010
What’s Included
Elite Development
Professional coaching. College-level training. Zero parent volunteers.
You get:
- 2-3 practices weekly
- Position-specific training
Our coaches have trained hundreds of college-bound athletes and know exactly what college programs demand.
Tournament Competition
Strategic tournament placement designed for maximum recruiting exposure.
You get:
- 2 tournaments monthly
- 2-3 live period events with college scouts for qualifying teams
- Regional and national tournaments for qualifying teams
College Recruiting
We don’t hope your player gets noticed—we connect them to opportunities.
You get:
- NCAA eligibility guidance
- FanDay Nation partnership access to professional recruiting profiles and highlight reels (paid for by you)
- Direct coach introductions
- Showcase tournament placement
The result: 90% of our players earn college scholarships.
Character Development
College coaches recruit character, not just talent—it’s part of our ethos.
We build:
- Discipline and accountability
- Mental toughness and resilience
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Integrity and work ethic
Where Former Rain Basketball Players Are Playing Now
Who Should Try Out
(any division level)
✅ Willing to commit
to 2+ practices / week & 2 weekend tournaments / month
✅ Know academics matter
as much as athletics (2.0 GPA required)
✅ Are ready for elite competition
against the best players in the region
✅ Want coaching that prepares them
for recruitment & the next level
✅ Are coachable
and committed to personal growth on & off the court
Grades:
9-12 (Boys & Girls)
Skill Level:
All Skill Levels Welcome – Current high school varsity players or athletes with varsity potential for College Pathway program participation
Locations:
Orange County, CA | Inland Empire, CA | Denver/Aurora, CO
Not sure if your player is ready?
Player evaluations are open to all serious athletes. We evaluate based on potential, work ethic, and coachability—not just current ability.
Book Your PLAYER EVALUATION
Tryouts for Rain AAU Teams are Feb. ’27
BOOK YOUR FREE HS PLAYER EVALUATION 🔥
Get ahead of Spring/Summer ’27 tryouts. Book your evaluation using the link for your chapter below, and our coaches will show you exactly where your athlete’s game stands and what to work on between now and February.
Orange County, CA
SS27 tryouts coming in Feb. ’27
Request HS player evaluation
Inland Empire, CA
SS27 tryouts coming in Feb. ’27
Request HS player evaluation
Denver/Aurora, CO
SS27 tryouts coming in Feb. ’27
Request HS player evaluation
How AAU Basketball evaluations Work
How AAU Basketball evaluations Work
Player Evaluation & Team Placement Process
1️⃣ Book Your Player Evaluation → Request evaluation > to reserve your spot
2️⃣ Attend Evaluation → 1 hour assessment (skills, drills)
3️⃣ Receive Feedback → Coach will share where your game stands and what to work on between now and February when Rain AAU team tryouts for the SS27 season take place.
What to Expect at evaluations
Coaches evaluate technical skills, athleticism, basketball IQ, competitive spirit, and coachability through individual drills, team exercises, and scrimmages.
Questions? We've Got You Covered
Questions? We've Got You Covered
FAQs
What if my player can't make the scheduled eval date?
Contact your local chapter director as soon as possible. We may be able to arrange a makeup evaluation, but availability is limited.
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Is there a tryout/evaluation fee?
No. Tryouts and player evaluations are 100% free to attend.
Should my player attend the tryout for their grade or skill level?
Players should attend tryouts (or the 2 free skills classes once tryouts wrap) for their current grade (9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th). We form multiple teams per age group to ensure appropriate competition levels.
College Recruiting FAQs
Will my player definitely get recruited if they play for Rain Basketball?
When should the recruiting process start?
Ideally in 9th-10th grade. College coaches can begin contacting players after June 15 of their sophomore year (NCAA D1) or anytime (D2/D3/NAIA). We help players build recruiting profiles early so they’re ready when contact periods open.
What college divisions do Rain Basketball players typically play at?
Our players have earned scholarships and roster spots at NCAA D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and junior college programs. We help players find the right fit based on their skill level, academic profile, and personal goals.
What GPA does my player need for college basketball?
NCAA D1 requires a minimum 2.3 GPA, D2 requires 2.2 (along with specific core courses and test scores). D3 and NAIA have different standards. We provide academic eligibility guidance starting in 9th grade so players stay on track.
How does Rain Basketball help with recruiting?
We provide NCAA eligibility guidance, create professional recruiting profiles and highlight reels, make direct introductions to college coaches in our network, place players in strategic showcase tournaments, and train players on how to communicate with coaches and navigate the recruiting process.