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Where basketball meets passion.

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We have structured our program around what the parent can give back. Travel basketball programs can be demanding but so can work schedules. We work in the background to create teams that compete both locally and travel exposure types of events.

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Examples of Exposure Events We Attended (2025 Reference)

January 21, 2026 By aresbasketball

Apply today > As we build our Ares 17U Elite (Class of 2027) program, families often ask what kinds of events we target for competition and exposure. This post is a reference list of tournaments we attended or planned in 2025. It’s meant to show the type of exposure weekends we pursue — not to lock in our upcoming event schedule. For […]

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How High School Basketball Players Can Maximize Their NCAA Recruitment Potential

February 1, 2025 By Coach Kosta

For aspiring high school basketball players, the dream of playing at the NCAA level can feel like both an exciting opportunity and a daunting challenge. The competition is fierce, and standing out requires effort, strategy, and self-advocacy. If you’re a parent or coach looking to guide a student-athlete, or a player eager to take control […]

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5 Reasons You Should Try Out for Ares Basketball This 2025 Season

January 12, 2025 By aresbasketball

There are many reasons why you should join a competitive basketball organization, but the main reason you should is to take your game to the next level. Playing with local friends or schools is fun, but when you get to play against the best, that is the level you want to play on if this […]

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Youth basketball program (Northern CA based) EST. 2019
HS exposure + development
Training w/@dan_mooney_foundation
⬇️ Tryouts + Program details

Serious about playing at the next level? The 2026 Serious about playing at the next level?

The 2026 Ares Elite High School Basketball Tryouts are built for athletes who want development + exposure — not just another season.

🏀 Rocklin & Mountain House, CA
📅 Open Tryouts: Feb 25 • Mar 3 • Mar 12
🔥 Final Evaluation: March 15

This is a development-first, exposure-driven program designed for players ready to compete.

Limited roster spots. Invite-based selection.

Register now.

👉 DM “ELITE TRYOUT” @ares_basketball
👉 Or email info@aresbasketball.com

#HighSchoolBasketball #BasketballTryouts #EliteBasketball #CollegeExposure #AresBasketball
New year. New pace. 🧧🐎 The Year of the Horse is a New year. New pace. 🧧🐎

The Year of the Horse is about discipline, endurance, and momentum — showing up every day and staying the course when it gets hard.

Same mindset.
Same standard.
New year, new opportunities.

Wishing our players, families, and community health, focus, and progress this Lunar New Year.

👇 Lock it in
💬 What’s one habit you’re committing to this year?
🏀 Share this with someone chasing consistency

#LunarNewYear
#YearOfTheHorse
#HoopsCulture
#AresBasketball
Leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about standard Leadership isn’t about titles.
It’s about standards.

Showing up early.
Doing the work when it’s hard.
Setting the example every day.

That’s how programs are built.
That’s how leaders are made.

👇 Lock in today
💬 What’s one habit every leader needs?
🏷️ Tag a teammate who leads by example
📤 Share this with someone who sets the tone

#PresidentsDay
#BasketballLeadership
#HoopsCulture
#AresBasketball
BUILD WITH US. Ares Basketball is securing a limi BUILD WITH US.

Ares Basketball is securing a limited number of 2026 strategic partnerships.

This is not a donation.
This is measurable exposure.

• 400K+ monthly organic views
• 100K+ weekly peak reach
• 1,000+ monthly website visitors
• Multi-platform growth (IG, YouTube, digital media)

Align your brand with competitive high school athletes and engaged basketball families.

Serious partners only.

Apply now:
aresbasketball.com/sponsorship

#SportsMarketing
#YouthBasketball
#BrandPartnership
#CommunityImpact
#BasketballExposure
Love isn’t what you say. It’s what you show up for Love isn’t what you say.
It’s what you show up for — every day.

Early mornings. Late nights.
Empty gyms. Extra reps.
That’s real love for the game. 🖤🏀

👇 Let’s hear it
💬 What made you fall in love with basketball?
🏷️ Tag someone who chooses hoops every time
📤 Share this with a teammate who gets it

#AresBasketball
#HoopsCulture
#LoveTheGame
#NoShortcuts
Most families don’t understand the difference betw Most families don’t understand the difference between official and unofficial visits.

And that confusion can cost you.

Recruiting isn’t about the biggest logo.
It’s about fit, timing, depth chart, and long-term opportunity.

If you’re taking visits soon, read this twice.

Save this before your next campus visit.
Share it with a parent who needs clarity.

NAIA & D3 rules are different — we’re breaking those down next.

Follow:
@ares_basketball
@dan_mooney_foundation

Media by: @arkuthallc 

#basketballrecruiting #officialvisit #unofficialvisit #studentathlete #collegebasketball
2026 ELITE BASKETBALL TRYOUTS For high school ath 2026 ELITE BASKETBALL TRYOUTS

For high school athletes ready for more than just another season.

This is a development-first, exposure-driven program — built for serious players pursuing the next level.

📍 Rocklin & Mountain House, CA
📅 Open Tryouts: Feb 25 • Mar 3 • Mar 12
🔥 Major Elite Tryout: March 15 (Final Evaluation)
⏰ See slides for full details

Tryout Registration
$50 Standard
$25 With Invite
Selected Invites: FREE

Limited spots. Invite-based program.
Opportunities vary by player. Earned. Not given.

👉 DM “ELITE TRYOUT” @ares_basketball
👉 Or email info@aresbasketball.com

#EliteBasketball
#HighSchoolBasketball
#BasketballTryouts
#BasketballExposure
#CollegeBasketball
NCAA basketball eligibility isn’t just about talen NCAA basketball eligibility isn’t just about talent.
It’s about preparation.

Every year, talented players lose opportunities because academic requirements weren’t handled early enough, not because they couldn’t play, but because they couldn’t qualify.

This breakdown covers:
• Division I, II, and III eligibility
• Core course requirements
• GPA realities coaches actually care about
• Common mistakes families make too late

If you’re Class of 2026–2028 (especially 2027), this is information you need now, not senior year.

Academics don’t replace basketball , they protect your options.

Save this. Share it with a parent. Revisit it when planning your high school course load.

Follow for more recruiting education and player development:
👉 @ares_basketball
👉 @dan_mooney_foundation

#NCAABasketball #BasketballRecruiting #StudentAthlete #HighSchoolBasketball #CollegeBasketball
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