Club Teams
$250 Per Month for High School Teams and $125 for Middle School (Not Including Uniform Fee)

You must tryout in order to make a club team, each team needs a minimum of 7 players in age group to form. If a team at that age already exists, and is not already at the max of 10 players, then a tryout will need to happen with that team.

Club level teams will be expected to make minimum 2 practices a week and 2 tournaments a month. Club players will be expected to find time to train outside of practice as well.

Rec Level Teams
Each Player Must Pay Their League Fee + $125 Per Month
The league fee which is determined by the league, not APE Basketball Academy.

Each team needs 7 players minimum in order to form. Rec teams will play in Rec leagues and at season end they will play in a tournament and have at least 1 practice a week, unless the coach determines that they will not be able to be competitive.

Personal or Group Training
Price is determined by Coach/Trainers Discretion

Tailored personal or group training sessions, uniquely priced by our expert coaches and trainers. Contact us to explore a program that aligns perfectly with your basketball aspirations.

Teams + Structure
Elementary School Director:
Mike Nafzinger
3rd grade- building
4th grade-building
5th grade- 3/10 players
Middle School Director:
Brandon Chiarelli
11/12u- Tryout
13u Black-Tryout
13u White- Tryout
14u/8th Black- FULL
14u/8th White- Tryout


High School Director:
Kevin Coldwell
14u Nado- Full
14u Black- tryout
15u Nado- FUll
15u Black- Tryout
16u Black- Tryout
16u White- Tryout
17u Black- Tryout
17u White- 4/9 players


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Q&A
Why is there a Cost?

To support the growth and success of our athletes at APE Basketball Academy, we invest in essential resources like gyms, coaching, tournaments, and uniforms. While these elements involve costs, they are crucial for providing a high-quality experience. We also offer some tournaments at reduced prices and have payment plans and scholarships available to ensure accessibility. For more information on financial assistance and setting up payment plans, please contact Kevin Coldwell. Our commitment is to make basketball growth attainable and sustainable for all our players.

Understanding Club vs. Rec Teams

The key differences between club and rec teams are in their skill levels and team dynamics. Club players should possess advanced skills and a solid understanding of the game. The atmosphere in club games is fast-paced, aggressive, and highly competitive, akin to high school environments. Here, teams not only aim to win but also to showcase their skills with flair whenever possible. Players in these games may be filmed for highlight reels, capturing their impressive plays and those of their opponents. It's essential for club team members to have a strong mental mindset to thrive in this challenging setting.

Rec basketball is ideal for beginners, offering a lighthearted environment with rules designed for skill development. The primary focus of Rec level teams is improvement, not necessarily winning. This improvement might manifest as winning the league due to enhanced skills or simply reducing the number of points the opponent scores. Rec is also beneficial for Club players seeking more playtime, providing an excellent opportunity to build confidence and skills.