AAU Athletics member sets National Record

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:08:35 -0500

A couple weeks back, Marvin Bracy, AAU Athletics member and AAU Junior Olympic Games participant, clocked the fastest time in the nation at the Jimmy Carnes Youth Invitational in Gainesville, FL. Originally published at: orlandosentinel.com Written by: Chris Hays AAU Athletics member and Florida State football and track commitment Marvin Bracy sent out warning flare

Positive Coaching Alliance Offers Free Webinar on Child Abuse Prevention in Youth Sports

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:04:49 -0500

The AAU’s partner in education, Positive Coaching Alliance, is offering two free webinars addressing Child Abuse Prevention in Youth Sports that AAU members and parents are invited to participate in. On February 2nd, 2012 the webinar is tailored for coaches and leaders in youth sports. The webinar on February 9th, 2012 is geared for parents.

AAU, Youth Sports Leaders to mentor Afghan coaches

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:31:52 -0500

KABUL, Afghanistan (January 26, 2012) — A group of senior U.S. coaches and sports administrators will visit Afghanistan in February to conduct training and mentoring for Afghan sports officials as part of a sports diplomacy effort co-sponsored by the International Security Assistance Force and the U.S. Embassy. The exchange is part of an overarching sports

2011 Joel Ferrell Award Winners

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:27:04 -0500

Lake Buena Vista, FL– Every year, the AAU honors a special athlete who demonstrates outstanding athletic accomplishments and sportsmanship, just as former AAU President and US Olympic Committee Vice President Joel Ferrell.  This award is presented to athletes in each sport at the AAU Junior Olympic Games. Athletics The AAU Athletics Committee proudly presents this

White House Champions of Change: Let’s Move and Physical Activity

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:59:29 -0500

Lake Buena Vista, FL– The White House Champions of Change program highlights the stories and examples of citizens across the country that represent President Obama’s vision of out-innovating, out-educating, and out-building the rest of the world through projects and initiatives that move their communities forward.  More than one out of every three American children are

AAU Sullivan Award: NOMINATE America’s Top Amateur Athlete TODAY

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:08:55 -0500

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL– On March 20, 2012, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) will honor America’s Top Amateur Athlete with awarding of  the 82nd Annual AAU James E. Sullivan Memorial Trophy at the New York Athletic Club.   This prestigious award is presented to the athlete who demonstrates the qualities of leadership, character, sportsmanship on the

Winner of the 1st Annual Dan Galbraith Award Shares His Thoughts

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:07:58 -0500

From the very beginning of school I’ve always been one of those kids who wanted to do everything. My Mom has sat through baton, softball, basketball, cheerleading, gymnastics, and even singing. Or at least she tried to sit through the singing. However, as I got older though I quickly began to lose interest in many

AAU President Convenes Two Task Forces to Recommend, Implement Stronger Protections

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:24:06 -0500

CLICK TO WATCH PRESS CONFERENCE HELD 12-14-11   > Click here for remarks/full statements from today’s press conference. > For full-length press conference, CLICK HERE. For Immediate Release                                                          Contact:    Alia

BREAKING: AAU to Hold News Conference

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:31:09 -0500

NEWS ADVISORY For Immediate Release                                             December 13, 2011                                                                             Contact:        Alia Faraj-Johnson (850) 212-8317       Beth Watson (407) 421-0469 AAU to Hold News Conference Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) will conduct a nationally focused news conference to provide an update on current issues and to announce the establishment of two

AAU alum Robert Griffin III takes home Heisman Trophy

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:35:00 -0500

Lake Buena Vista, FL–AAU Track and Field alum Robert Griffin III, known as RG3, entered into a prestigious family Saturday night as he was named the 2011 Heisman Trophy winner. The Baylor junior quarterback joined AAU Sullivan Award winner, and current Denver Broncos quarterback, Tim Tebow to this honored group. The college football world may