Utah and Colorado Club Basketball Teams
Premier Academy Teams
General Information
Premier Basketball Club's Nike Sponsored Boys and Girls Premier Academy Teams are made up of the best players from the Rocky Mountain Region and the states that border Colorado and Utah.
As an Official Member of the Nike Girls Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL), our Utah basketball club and Colorado basketball club teams compete against the best talent from around the country providing our players with an unparalleled opportunity for basketball development and collegiate recruiting exposure.
Please select + next to your state below to learn about:
- Colorado Basketball Club and Utah Basketball Club Important Dates
- Leagues, AAU Tournaments and NCAA Evaluation Events
- Player and Parent Commitment and Expectations
- Club Fees and League/Tournament Registration Fees
- Uniforms, Gear, and Shoes
- Practices, Skill Development Sessions
- Colorado and Utah Basketball Club Location Tryouts
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates:
- April 1st to Mid to Late July (Spring/Summer)
- September 1st to February 28th (Fall/Winter for U9-U13 Only)
What's Included:
- 2 Team Practices Per Week, April 1st - Late July and September 1st - February 28th
- 3 Spring Tournaments or 6 Week Spring League
- 4 Summer Tournaments
- 4 Week/8 Game Fall 3v3 League
- November 3v3 Tournament
- 3 Fall/Winter 5v5 Tournaments
- January/February Winter League (Paid individually by each family directly to league)
Commitment: We expect the most committed and dedicated players to play on our Premier Academy Teams. Players are asked to attend all team functions, practices, games and events. During the Winter months, Premier supports and works with players who play on a school or Gold Crown feeder team. However, we ask that all players prioritize Premier practices and games in the event of a schedule conflict.
Fees: Premier prides itself on being the most affordable, competitive basketball organization in the Rocky Mountain Region. Scroll to the bottom of this page for a link to our fee information.
We offer several options for players to raise money to cover club related expenses through our Fundraising Program. CLICK HERE to read more.
Below are links to our Scholarship Guidelines and Application:
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Guidelines
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Application
Practice and Skill Development Locations:
- Jefferson County - Littleton/Lakewood area gyms
- Parker/Aurora - Parker & South Aurora area gyms
Leagues and Tournament Schedules: Premier Academy teams participate in the top state, regional and national leagues and tournaments. League and tournament selections are based on the level of the team and tentative schedules for teams will be released early March and finalized following tryouts.
Coaches: Coaches are selected following tryouts based on the skill level of the team, travel requirements and coach fit.
Uniforms, Gear and Shoes: Our Colorado basketball club is the only Nike Sponsored youth basketball club in the entire Rocky Mountain Region. Premier Academy Team coaches, players and staff proudly wear Nike uniforms and gear.
Uniforms are purchased on our Team Store and the cost is $155 for U12-U17 teams and includes Nike Home and Away complete uniform or $50 for the U10-U11 Reversible Uniforms. Player Packs are also purchased on the Premier Team Store ($140) and include Nike backpack, warm up shirt, travel t-shirt and practice jersey.
We request that players wear Nike shoes and supplemental gear and refrain from wearing competitor gear at Premier events such as headbands, socks, compression shorts, etc.
Tryouts: Visit our Tryouts page here for more detailed information about tryout dates and times.
Important Documents and Information:
Below are some links to important information regarding participation on a Premier Academy Team.
Player Commitment and Expectations
Uniform and Gear Expectations and Ordering Process
10 Expectations of a Premier Parent
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates:
March 15th to July 31st - We will break from June 1st to June 24th for players to participate with their High School teams.
What's Included:
• 2 Practices Per Week and 1-3 Additional Practice/Skill Development Sessions Per Month
• 4-5 Spring Tournaments & 3-4 Summer Tournaments
• Tournaments - Nike teams participate in 4-5 D1 NCAA Evaluation Events and Swoosh/Select teams participate in 2-3 NCAA D1 Evaluation Events and 2 NCAA D2/D3/NAIA Events. *Tournament selection is based on level of the team and a tentative tournament schedule will be provided to families prior to tryouts with tournament selection being finalized after tryouts.
• 6 Fall Skill Development Sessions
• Premier Get Recruited Program - Click here for more details
• Premier Nutritional and Performance Support - Click Here for more details
• Personal Development Opportunities - Click Here for more details
Commitment: We expect the most committed and dedicated players to play on our Premier Academy Teams. Players are asked to attend all team functions, practices, games and events.
Fees: Premier prides itself on being the most affordable, competitive basketball organization in the Rocky Mountain Region. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for specific fee information.
*Please note that Nike Girls EYBL teams are sponsored and have reduced fees that are communicated directly to those players prior to the start of the season.
We offer several options for players to raise money to cover club related expenses through our Fundraising Program. CLICK HERE to read more.
Below are links to our Scholarship Guidelines and Application:
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Guidelines
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Application
Practice and Skill Development Locations:
• Teams consisting of JeffCo, Parker, and Aurora are players generally will practice in Highlands Ranch
• Jefferson County Area Teams - Littleton or Highlands Ranch Area Gyms
• Parker, Aurora Teams - Parker, Aurora area gyms
NIKE EYBL TEAMS WILL HAVE REGIONAL PRACTICES IN GRAND JUNCTION, SALT LAKE CITY AND DENVER IN ADDITION TO LOCAL PRACTICES.
Coaches: Coaching Assignments are finalized following tryouts based on the skill level of the team, travel requirements and coach fit.
Uniforms, Gear and Shoes: Our Colorado basketball club is the only Nike Sponsored youth basketball club in the entire Rocky Mountain Region. Premier Academy Team coaches, players and staff proudly wear Nike uniforms and gear.
Uniforms are purchased on our Team Store and the cost is $155 for U15-U17 teams and includes Nike Home and Away complete uniform. Player Packs are also purchased on the Premier Team Store ($140) and include Nike backpack, warm up shirt, travel t-shirt and practice jersey.
We request that players wear Nike shoes and supplemental gear and refrain from wearing competitor gear at Premier events such as headbands, socks, compression shorts, etc.
Fundraising Participation: All Premier players, as part of their participation and to help keep our fees low, are required to sell five (5) food discount cards at a cost of $30 each for a total of $150. Players will be provided the cards in early April to sell. Should player wish to sell more than 5 cards, $15 per card sold will be credited to their Premier account.
Tryouts: Visit our Tryouts page here for more detailed information about tryout dates and times.
Important Documents and Information:
Below are some links to important information regarding participation on a Premier Academy Team.
Player Commitment and Expectations
Uniform and Gear Expectations and Ordering Process
10 Expectations of a Premier Parent
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates:
March 15th to July 31st - We will break from June 1st to June 24th for players to participate with their High School teams.
What's Included:
• 2 Practices Per Week and 1-3 Additional Practice/Skill Development Sessions Per Month
• 4-5 Spring Tournaments & 3-4 Summer Tournaments
• Tournaments - Teams will participate in 3 Division 1 NCAA Evaluation Events and 2 NCAA D2/D3/NAIA Events. *Tournament selection is based on level of the team and a tentative tournament schedule will be provided on this page by January 15th with tournament selection being finalized after tryouts.
• 6 Fall Skill Development Sessions
• Premier Get Recruited Program - Click here for more details
• Premier Nutritional and Performance Support - Click Here for more details
• Personal Development Opportunities - Click Here for more details
Commitment: We expect the most committed and dedicated players to play on our Premier Academy Teams. Players are asked to attend all team functions, practices, games and events.
Fees: Premier prides itself on being the most affordable, competitive basketball organization in the Rocky Mountain Region. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for specific fee information.
*Please note that some teams are sponsored and have reduced fees that are communicated directly to those players prior to the start of the season.
We offer several options for players to raise money to cover club related expenses through our Fundraising Program. CLICK HERE to read more.
Below are links to our Scholarship Guidelines and Application:
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Guidelines
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Application
Practice and Skill Development Locations:
• Teams consisting of JeffCo, Parker, and Aurora are players generally will practice in Highlands Ranch
• Jefferson County Area Teams - Littleton or Highlands Ranch Area Gyms
• Parker, Aurora Teams - Parker, Aurora area gyms
Coaches: Coaching Assignments are finalized following tryouts based on the skill level of the team, travel requirements and coach fit.
Uniforms, Gear and Shoes: Our Colorado basketball club is the only Nike Sponsored youth basketball club in the entire Rocky Mountain Region. Premier Academy Team coaches, players and staff proudly wear Nike uniforms and gear.
Uniforms are purchased on our Team Store and the cost is $155 for U15-U17 teams and includes Nike Home and Away complete uniform. Player Packs are also purchased on the Premier Team Store ($140) and include Nike backpack, warm up shirt, travel t-shirt and practice jersey.
We request that players wear Nike shoes and supplemental gear and refrain from wearing competitor gear at Premier events such as headbands, socks, compression shorts, etc.
Fundraising Participation: All Premier players, as part of their participation and to help keep our fees low, are required to sell five (5) food discount cards at a cost of $30 each for a total of $150. Players will be provided the cards in early April to sell. Should player wish to sell more than 5 cards, $15 per card sold will be credited to their Premier account.
Tryouts: Visit our Tryouts page here for more detailed information about tryout dates and times.
Important Documents and Information:
Below are some links to important information regarding participation on a Premier Academy Team.
Player Commitment and Expectations
Uniform and Gear Expectations and Ordering Process
2021-22 UTAH SEASON INFORMATION
Important Reminders:
National Teams…will compete in high-level local, regional and national events.
Select Teams…will compete in competitive local and regional events (3rd-8th Select teams will discuss participating in regional tournaments).
There may be opportunities for Select team players to play in some events with National teams based on available roster spots and some extenuating circumstances may open permanent roster spots on National teams.
- Premier offers 3 practice sessions a week, two of which are required for players to attend, but players are welcome to attend all three sessions each week.
- This is a 12-month commitment for youth team players (3rd-8th...Sept-Aug) and a 6-month commitment for HS team players (Mar-Aug). We support our players playing other sports, but for players to keep Premier roster spots they must attend at least one team practice per week and arrange to play in the fall/spring league during their other sport season (3rd-8th). Premier expects full participation from players during the winter season (Nov-Mar).
- Premier cannot hold roster spots without participation. Premier will not deactivate a player's account until another player registers for that roster spot; however, Premier staff are not responsible to seek out or advertise for an open roster spot if a player chooses to leave his/her Premier team prior to August 12, 2022.
- Players share the cost of event fees and coaches travel fees...even if they do not attend the event.
- Premier has built in several club vacation dates throughout the year. If a player is on a Premier travel team, we ask that parents and players try to work within those club vacation dates for family travel. High School players (and 8th grade travel teams) need to be available for the entire month of March (training) and July (tournaments). Advance notice and discussion of non-attendance to league games and/or tournaments is critical to our planning.
Utah Premier Club Vacation Dates / Planning Dates:
- August 30-Sept 2, 2021: 2021-22 Premier Basketball Club Tryouts
- September 7, 2021: 1st day of Premier team practice (3rd-8th) -- (HS team skills and/or team practices will be offered in Sept and Oct…details soon.)
- October 21-24, 2021: Fall Break
- November 24-28, 2021: Thanksgiving weekend...no practices (teams may choose to play in holiday weekend tournaments)
- December 22, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022: Holiday break...no practices (teams may choose to play in holiday weekend tournaments)
- February 18-21, 2022: President's Day weekend...no practices (teams may choose to play in holiday weekend tournaments)
- March 7, 2022: High School teams begin practice
- March 28-April 1, 2022: Spring Break (3rd-8th only)...no practices (teams may choose to play in break weekend tournaments)
- May 23-30, 2022: End of school break...no practices (teams may choose to play in break weekend tournaments)
- August 12, 2022: End of Utah Premier club season
Fees:
Premier prides itself on being the most affordable, competitive basketball organization in the Rocky Mountain Region. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for specific fee information.
*We offer several options for players to raise money to cover club related expenses through our Fundraising Program. CLICK HERE to read more.
Below are links to our Scholarship Guidelines and Application:
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Guidelines
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Application
Practice and Skill Development Locations: All practice and skill development sessions will be held in Salt Lake Metro area locations
Leagues and Tournaments: Premier Academy teams participate in the top state, regional and national leagues and tournaments. League and tournament selections are based on the level of the team and will be provided to all participants on or before tryouts.
Coaches: Coaches are selected following tryouts based on the skill level of the team, travel requirements and coach fit.
Uniforms, Gear and Shoes: As a Nike Sponsored organization, our Utah basketball club Premier Academy Team coaches, players and staff proudly wear Nike uniforms and gear.
Utah players must purchase their Uniform ($155) & Player Pack ($130) which includes Nike backpack, warm up shirt, travel t-shirt and practice jersey.
We request that players wear Nike shoes and supplemental gear and refrain from wearing competitor gear at Premier events such as headbands, socks, compression shorts, etc.
Tryouts: Visit our Tryouts page here for more detailed information about tryout dates and times.
Important Documents and Information:
Below are some links to important information regarding participation on a Premier Academy Team.
Player Commitment and Expectations
Uniform and Gear Expectations and Ordering Process
10 Expectations of a Premier Parent
2021-22 UTAH SEASON INFORMATION
Important Reminders:
National Teams…will compete in high-level local, regional and national events.
Select Teams…will compete in competitive local and regional events (3rd-8th Select teams will discuss participating in regional tournaments).
There may be opportunities for Select team players to play in some events with National teams based on available roster spots and some extenuating circumstances may open permanent roster spots on National teams.
- Premier offers 3 practice sessions a week, two of which are required for players to attend, but players are welcome to attend all three sessions each week.
- This is a 12-month commitment for youth team players (3rd-8th...Sept-Aug) and a 6-month commitment for HS team players (Mar-Aug). We support our players playing other sports, but for players to keep Premier roster spots they must attend at least one team practice per week and arrange to play in the fall/spring league during their other sport season (3rd-8th). Premier expects full participation from players during the winter season (Nov-Mar).
- Premier cannot hold roster spots without participation. Premier will not deactivate a player's account until another player registers for that roster spot; however, Premier staff are not responsible to seek out or advertise for an open roster spot if a player chooses to leave his/her Premier team prior to August 12, 2022.
- Players share the cost of event fees and coaches travel fees...even if they do not attend the event.
- Premier has built in several club vacation dates throughout the year. If a player is on a Premier travel team, we ask that parents and players try to work within those club vacation dates for family travel. High School players (and 8th grade travel teams) need to be available for the entire month of March (training) and July (tournaments). Advance notice and discussion of non-attendance to league games and/or tournaments is critical to our planning.
Utah Premier Club Vacation Dates / Planning Dates:
- August 30-Sept 2, 2021: 2021-22 Premier Basketball Club Tryouts
- September 7, 2021: 1st day of Premier team practice (3rd-8th) -- (HS team skills and/or team practices will be offered in Sept and Oct…details soon.)
- October 21-24, 2021: Fall Break
- November 24-28, 2021: Thanksgiving weekend...no practices (teams may choose to play in holiday weekend tournaments)
- December 22, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022: Holiday break...no practices (teams may choose to play in holiday weekend tournaments)
- February 18-21, 2022: President's Day weekend...no practices (teams may choose to play in holiday weekend tournaments)
- March 7, 2022: High School teams begin practice
- March 28-April 1, 2022: Spring Break (3rd-8th only)...no practices (teams may choose to play in break weekend tournaments)
- May 23-30, 2022: End of school break...no practices (teams may choose to play in break weekend tournaments)
- August 12, 2022: End of Utah Premier club season
Fees:
Premier prides itself on being the most affordable, competitive basketball organization in the Rocky Mountain Region. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for specific fee information.
*We offer several options for players to raise money to cover club related expenses through our Fundraising Program. CLICK HERE to read more.
Below are links to our Scholarship Guidelines and Application:
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Guidelines
Premier Academy Team Scholarship Application
Practice and Skill Development Locations: All practice and skill development sessions will be held in Salt Lake Metro area locations
Leagues and Tournaments: Premier Academy teams participate in the top state, regional and national leagues and tournaments. League and tournament selections are based on the level of the team and will be provided to all participants on or before tryouts.
Coaches: Coaches are selected following tryouts based on the skill level of the team, travel requirements and coach fit.
Uniforms, Gear and Shoes: As a Nike Sponsored organization, our Utah basketball club Premier Academy Team coaches, players and staff proudly wear Nike uniforms and gear.
Utah players must purchase their Uniform ($155) & Player Pack ($130) which includes Nike backpack, warm up shirt, travel t-shirt and practice jersey.
We request that players wear Nike shoes and supplemental gear and refrain from wearing competitor gear at Premier events such as headbands, socks, compression shorts, etc.
Tryouts: Visit our Tryouts page here for more detailed information about tryout dates and times.
Important Documents and Information:
Below are some links to important information regarding participation on a Premier Academy Team.
Player Commitment and Expectations
Uniform and Gear Expectations and Ordering Process
10 Expectations of a Premier Parent
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