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ALL IN TRAVEL/AAU BASKETBALL TRYOUT SCHEDULE

ALL IN TRAVEL BASKETBALL

ALL IN offers competitive travel teams for boys and girls in grades 2–12. Players are placed on teams based on skill level through seasonal tryouts. We focus on development, experienced coaching, and top competition.

Scroll down for upcoming tryout dates and registration details.

PROGRAM FAQs:

Why ALL IN?

ALL IN Athletics provides competitive travel basketball for boys and girls in grades 2-12 with teams for every skill level-from developmental to elite.

What sets us apart:

  • Professional, experienced coaching at every level
  • Teams formed by school grade, gender and skill level to maximize development
  • Consistent coaching philosophy across the program
  • Competitive local and national tournament opportunities
  • Proven player development with 375+ athletes continuing to play in college
Programs

Grades 2-5

  • Focus on skill development, confidence, and game understanding
  • Local tournaments and structured practices
  • Teams formed by skill level beginning in 3rd grade
  • Strong foundation before middle school basketball

Grades 6-12

  • Multiple levels of teams based on player evaluations
  • Local, regional, and national competition available
  • Increased emphasis on player development, team concepts, and basketball IQ
  • Opportunities to advance within the program each season

National Teams

  • Available for select players in grades 6-11
  • Boys: New Balance P32, NY2LA Association, Prep Hoops, and other premier circuits
  • Girls: New Balance Lady P32, USJN Blue Star, Prep Girls Hoops, and other premier circuits
  • Exposure to college coaches and high-level competition
Winter Season Info

Winter Season

  • Beginning of November through end of February

Typical Commitment

  • Two Team Practices Per Week
  • 2nd–4th Grade: Minimum of 6 weekend tournaments
  • 5th Grade: Minimum of 7 weekend tournaments
  • 6th–8th Grade: Flexible winter options:
    • Full Winter (Nov–Feb): 7 tournaments
    • Winter I (Nov–Dec): 2 tournaments
    • Winter II (Jan–Feb): 5 tournaments
  • 9th–12th Grade Boys: Minimum of 7 weekend tournaments
  • Practice Scheduling: Practice schedules are finalized once rosters are set, with family availability submitted during registration taken into consideration.
Tryouts
  • Players only need to attend one tryout to be evaluated, but are invited to attend as many tryout dates as possible for their age group.
  • Multiple tryout dates are offered to provide flexibility.
  • Please have your child bring a labeled basketball and water bottle to each tryout.
  • Coaches evaluate players on skill level, effort, coachability, and game performance.
  • Team placement emails are sent after all evaluations are complete.
  • Every player is considered for the team that best supports their long-term development.

Practice Locations
During tryout registration you'll select your preferred practice location. While most tryouts are held in Deerfield, players are evaluated for teams based on the preferred practice location selected during registration.

If your child is unable to attend one of the tryouts listed, please reach out to billy@aiathletics.com (boys) or matt@aiathletics.com (girls)

Player Development

Our coaching staff follows a consistent development model across every team.

Players receive instruction focused on:

  • Skill development
  • Basketball IQ
  • Decision-making
  • Confidence
  • Competitive habits
  • Team concepts

Our goal is to prepare players for success at the next level while helping them enjoy the game and continue improving every season.

ALL TRAVEL TEAM PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:

Our Impact

385+ athletes have continued their basketball careers at the collegiate level.

Families choose ALL IN because of our:

  • Experienced coaching
  • Organized communication
  • Competitive schedules
  • Positive culture
  • Long-term player development
  • Character development
  • 22+ years of experience helping players and families navigate the college recruiting process

Alumni | Parent Testimonials

Winter 2026-2027 Tryouts

Please do not hesitate to contact us at billy@aiathletics.com (boys) or matt@aiathletics.com (girls) with any questions you have about the upcoming season.


All players must attend at least one tryout to be evaluated for an ALL IN travel team. The one-time tryout fee includes access to all tryout sessions offered this season.

Important Information

  • Check-In: No earlier than 20 minutes before the scheduled tryout.
  • Equipment: Players should bring a basketball and water bottle.
  • Grade Level: Register your child based on their grade for the 2026–2027 school year.
  • Teams: Tryouts are open to 2nd-12th grade boys and 2nd-8th grade girls.
  • Winter Practices: Teams will begin practicing the week of November 2.

Practice Locations

  • North: Deerfield
  • Lake: Libertyville
  • Northwest: Mount Prospect

All Travel Team Participants Will Receive

  • 50% off ALL IN day off camps
  • 25% off ALL IN basketball training
  • 20% off Evolution Athletics basketball training with pro-trainer, Jonny Reibel
  • 10% off ETS Performance packages at any ETS location

Winter Tryouts

Tryouts will be held at the end of October for players interested in practicing in Deerfield, Mount Prospect & Libertyville.

Most tryouts will be held in Deerfield. During registration, you'll select your child's preferred practice location, and team placement will be based on that preference.

Players must attend at least one tryout to be evaluated for a winter team. The tryout fee includes all available sessions, and players are encouraged to attend multiple tryouts when possible.

sunday, 10/18 @ berto center (550 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015)

Open to 2nd-8th Grade Boys

5-6pm | 7th & 8th Boys
6-7pm | 2nd-4th Boys
7-8pm | 5th & 6th Boys

Tuesday, 10/27 @ berto center (550 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015)

Open to 2nd-8th Grade Boys & Girls

4-5pm | 2nd-5th Girls
5-6pm | 6th-8th Girls
6-7pm | 2nd-4th Boys
7-8pm | 5th & 6th Boys
8-9pm | 7th & 8th Boys

thursday, 10/29 @ berto center (550 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015)

Open to 2nd-8th Grade Boys & Girls

4-5pm | 2nd-5th Girls
5-6pm | 6th-8th Girls
6-7pm | 2nd-4th Boys
7-8pm | 5th & 6th Boys
8-9pm | 7th & 8th Boys

TBA @ berto center (550 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015)

These tryouts will be added:

Week of 11/16: 9th-12th Grade Boys (for players that are not participating with their respective IHSA high school team)

Week of 12/14: 6th-8th Grade Boys and Girls (for players that are interested in participating in the Winter II - Jan & Feb portion of the season) - Players that are only interested in Winter II are also eligible to attend the tryouts in October.

Spring Tryouts

Tryouts will be held at the end of February through the beginning of March for players interested in practicing in Deerfield, Mount Prospect, Libertyville, Chicago & Kenosha, WI.

Most tryouts will be held in Deerfield. During registration, you'll select your child's preferred practice location, and team placement will be based on that preference.