Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I get my AAU, youth or travel team sponsored by Nike?

How do I get my high school team sponsored by Nike?

How do I get my son/daughter involved with a Nike travel team?

What are the Skills Academies with Steve Nash, Paul Pierce, Vince Carter and Amare Stoudemire?

How do I get invited to one of the Skills Academy events?

What is the difference between the Hoop Jamboree and Skills Academies?

Who do I contact to get invited to the Hoop Jamboree?

Who do I contact regarding the Jordan Brand All-American Classic?

Who selects the players for the Jordan Brand All-American Classic?

What is the Nike Global Challenge?

How do you get selected for the Nike Global Challenge?

Who do I contact to get Nike to sponsor my event?

Where can I send information on my son/daughter for a Nike scout to evaluate them?

How can I reach a Nike professional athlete or college coach about an appearance or autograph?

Who should I contact about Nike products (footwear, apparel or equipment)?

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How can I get my AAU, youth or travel team sponsored by Nike?
Nike sponsors a very limited number of travel teams each year, usually only established programs. Our current teams demonstrate a high-level of performance, community involvement and player development. If you would like to speak with someone about your program, please email us at eliteyouth@nike.com.

How do I get my high school team sponsored by Nike?
Similar to the travel teams, Nike only sponsors a limited number of high school basketball programs. If you would like to speak with someone about your school, please email us at eliteyouth@nike.com.

How do I get my son/daughter involved with a Nike travel team?
Please visit our Programs page and select Nike Summer Programs. Click on your state on the United States map and you will be directed to your closest Nike elite travel program. Nike Elite Youth does not accept information on athletes.

What are the Skills Academies with Steve Nash, Paul Pierce, Vince Carter and Amare Stoudemire?
The Steve Nash Academy, Paul Pierce Academy, Vince Carter Academy and Amare Stoudemire Academy are four-day skill development events featuring approximately the top 20 high school players at their respective positions. For example, the top 20 point guards in the country are invited to attend the Steve Nash Academy.

How do I get invited to one of the Skills Academy events?
The Nike Skills Academies, which in 2007 included the Steve Nash Academy, Kobe Bryant Academy, Vince Carter Academy, Amare Stoudemire Academy and LeBron James US Skills Academy, are all invitation-only events. These players are selected by our Nike scout team. We do not accept applications for these events.

What is the difference between the Hoop Jamboree and Skills Academies?
The Hoop Jamboree is a showcase for the top 120 student athletes entering their freshman and sophomore year of high school. The Skills Academies each feature the top 20 high school student athletes at their respective position regardless of age.

Who do I contact to get invited to the Hoop Jamboree?
Hoop Jamboree participants are chosen by invitation-only. Please contact your local travel team program by visiting our Programs page and selecting Nike Summer Programs. Click on your state on the United States map and you will be directed to your closest Nike elite travel program.

Who do I contact regarding the Jordan Brand Classic?
For more information on the Jordan Brand Classic you can visit www.JordanClassic.com.

Who selects the players for the Jordan Brand Classic?
Our Nike scout team selects the top graduating seniors from across the country. Nike Elite Youth does not accept information on players.

What is the Nike Global Challenge?
The Nike Global Challenge is the culmination of the Nike summer events. The top 30 players from the LeBron James US Skills Academy represent four United States teams in an International tournament against four other countries in Portland, Oregon.

How do you get selected for the Nike Global Challenge?
The Nike Global Challenge features the top 30 players, who are selected directly from the LeBron James U.S. Skills Academy.

Who do I contact to get Nike to sponsor my event?
Nike sponsors a very limited number of basketball events. If you would like to speak with someone about your event, please email us at eliteyouth@nike.com.
Where can I send information on my son/daughter for a Nike scout to evaluate them?
Nike Elite Youth does not accept information on players. Please contact your local travel team program by visiting our Programs page and selecting Nike Summer Programs. Click on your state on the United States map and you will be directed to your closest Nike elite travel program.

How can I reach a Nike professional athlete or college coach about an appearance or autograph?
Please contact the player’s NBA team or the college athletic department directly.

Who should I contact about Nike products (footwear, apparel or equipment)?
Nike general contact information here.