Open to players in grades 5–12, no tryouts necessary! Basketball Skills Academy helps players of all levels strengthen their game between competitive seasons. Led by our experienced PRIDE AAU basketball coaches, participants will refine their skills, build confidence, and enhance their understanding of the game. The program focuses on both the physical and mental sides of basketball—emphasizing fundamentals, strategy, teamwork, dedication, and leadership—to prepare players for success on and off the court.

ABOUT THE COACHES
Pat and Mike O’Hagan are lifelong athletes who competed in multiple sports through college and have dedicated themselves to coaching ever since. Together, they bring unmatched energy and passion to every practice, inspiring young players to develop their skills, embrace teamwork, and grow both on and off the court. Their philosophy emphasizes hard work, personal growth, and a love for the game.

Designed for committed players ready to push their skills to the next level, this 8-week intensive meets twice per week for focused, high-level training. Led by our PRIDE AAU coaches, athletes will sharpen advanced offensive and defensive techniques, improve game IQ, and build endurance through competitive, game-speed drills and scrimmages. Each session emphasizes precision, leadership, communication, and mental toughness—helping players elevate their performance and confidence both on and off the court.

ABOUT THE COACHES
Pat and Mike O’Hagan are lifelong athletes who competed in multiple sports through college and have dedicated themselves to coaching ever since. Together, they bring unmatched energy and passion to every practice, inspiring young players to develop their skills, embrace teamwork, and grow both on and off the court. Their philosophy emphasizes hard work, personal growth, and a love for the game.

Get game-ready for school basketball tryouts! This one-day clinic focuses on skill refinement, technique, and confidence-building through high-level drills and scrimmage play. Players will sharpen shooting, ball-handling, defense, and court awareness while getting real-time feedback to elevate their performance ahead of tryouts. Coached by our experienced Pride AAU coaches, Pat & Mike O’Hagan.

Led by Coach Pat O’Hagan along with top AAU, travel team, and high school coaches in north Jersey, the primary goals of this program are to promote the physical, mental, and moral development of amateur athletes and to promote good sportspersonship and good citizenship.

To register for PRIDE AAU, you must try out and be accepted to a team.

Once accepted, athletes will receive an email with team and practice information, and may register for their designated team below.
The season runs for 8 weeks, beginning after tryouts.

Register for tryouts here.