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Basketball for Kids
Youth basketball leagues, camps, skills training, and AAU travel teams.
Ages 5-18$100-250/mo
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What parents ask
How much does youth basketball cost?+
Recreational leagues run $100-250/mo for a season; AAU and travel teams add uniform, tournament, and travel costs that can push totals well above $1,000/year.
What age can kids start organized basketball?+
Most rec leagues start around age 5-6 with a lowered hoop and modified rules, moving to regulation play by middle school.
How do I pick between rec league and travel ball?+
Start recreational to build fundamentals and see if your child loves the game; move to AAU/travel only once they want more practice volume and competitive play, since the time and cost commitment is much higher.