2026  Spring AAU Tryouts

CT Northstars AAU premier youth basketball is celebrating our 29th year as the longest running Boys & Girls AAU program in Connecticut. CT Northstars Elite Girls Teams  will represent the program on the national stage for 2025-2026 on the UARISE Circuit  While CT Northstars Elite Boys Teams will represent the program on the national stage for the 2025-2026 on the ZGXL Circuit.
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Younger players will learn the skills and qualities necessary to compete at this level during their critical developmental years. Become part of the CT Northstars program today!

Join a program that puts the athletes first. 
​Northstars is a place where you develop, have an experience, and create memories for a life time
​Come be apart of the CT Northstars Family....

Our girls program has officially joined the UA Rise Circuit, which is designed for elite travel teams competing at the 17U, 16U, and 15U levels. This partnership represents a significant opportunity for our athletes as the Girls Rise Circuit offers a league-style format that enhances competition and provides unparalleled exposure. As UA Rise continues to grow as a premier event provider in girls basketball, we are eager to maximize the experiences for our players through elite tournaments. Additionally, we are pleased to maintain a travel focus on the East Coast, ensuring that our athletes can compete at a high level while minimizing travel burdens. We look forward to this new chapter and the incredible opportunities it will bring! 
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Join a program that puts the athletes first. 
​Northstars is a place where you develop, have an experience, and create memories for a life time
​Come be apart of the CT Northstars Family....
Northstars Elite Teams 
  • 11 Tournaments 
  • 2 Practices a week 
  • Top Level Competition 
  • UA Rise Circuit / ZGXL Circuit
  • College Showcase Tournaments (Hoop Group, Basketbull, Run to the Roses, Gym Rats, USJN, NERR, Rumble in the Bronx, UA Rise, ZGXL and much more) 
  • Uniforms & BackPacks
Northstars State Teams
  •  8 tournaments ​
  • 2 practices week
  • Uniforms & BackPacks
All athletes must pre-register for tryouts
​and pay a $20 Registration Fee. (Tryout Registration Fees are non-refundable) 

CT Northstars Boys & Girls Spring
​High School Basketball Tryouts 

February 21, 2026
​Grades: 9th - 12th Girls & Boys 
Time: 4:00 to 5:00 PM Girls 
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
February 28, 2026 
Grades: 9th - 12th Girls & Boys 
Time: 4:00 to 5:00 PM Girls 
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
March 7, 2026
Grades: 9th - 12th Girls & Boys 
Time: 4:00 to 5:00 PM Girls 
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
March 14, 2026
Grades: 9th - 12th Girls & Boys 
Time: 4:00 to 5:00 PM Girls 
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
March 19, 2026
Grades: 9th - 12th Girls & Boys 
Time: 8:00 to 9:00 PM Girls 
Time: 8:00 to 9:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex

CT Northstars 3rd-8th
​Boys & Girls Basketball Tryouts​

January 17, 2026
​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
January 24, 2026
​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
January 31, 2026
​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
February 7, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex

February 21, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
February 14, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex

​​February 28, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
March 7, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
March 14, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM Girls 
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex
March 19, 2026
​​Grades: 3rd - 8th Girls & Boys 
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 PM Girls 
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 PM Boys 
​Location:Northstars SportsPlex