Next Level Athletics SC launched a travel basketball program in 2022. Led by Program Director, Rip Ripley, and Director of Basketball Operations, Will Epps, Next Level started with an unsigned senior team in the Spring of 2022 with plans to expand to additional ages in coming years. This year, we are excited to expand to include multiple ages and teams to help organize AAU basketball in the Sumter Community.
For 2025, we are looking to continue our commitment to skill development. Our goal with Next Level AAU is 1. Skill Development 2. Developing a Love of the game 3. Gameplay 4. Exposure. The older players get, the more that we will look to help with the exposure and recruitment.
This year, we have expanded to include multiple teams for players in our area. This includes the addition of a Girls program as well as multiple ages of Boys. All Teams will compete in 3-4 Tournaments in March, April, and May. Older HS teams will have an additional option to compete in the July Live Period if we have the interest.
Cost: $300-$500 depending on age. Fees include all registration fees, tournament fees, facility rentals, Players Pack for apparel, and coaching stipends. Additional transportation costs may still exist
Schedule:
Tryout Schedule (All Tryouts will take place at Wilson Hall School). If you are unable to make tryout times, please contact Coach Ripley at coachripripley@gmail.com
Boys and Girls-8th Grade and Under: Sunday March 2nd 1:30-3:00
Boys and Girls-9th Grade and up: Sunday, March 2nd 3:00-4:30
Practice Schedule: (Updated 3/6/25)
All teams will attend Skill Development sessions on Sundays at Wilson Hall at the following times
1:30-3:00-Girls 12/13u, Boys 10u, Boys 11/12u, Boys 13u
3:00-4:30-Girls 15/16u, Boys 15u, Boys 16u
Teams will also have 1-2 practices during the week based on players/coaches schedules. Please look for communication from your coaches on exact times and locations.
In addition to our Coaches, we are excited to welcome an awesome staff of Skill Development Coaches and Auxiliary Staff: Eric Watford, Cameron Singleton and Will Epps.
Contact Coach Rip Ripley at coachripripley@gmail.com for questions!
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