AAU AAU Rules, Regulations & Eligibility

Question 1

What is the primary governing principle behind AAU's amateur status rule?

Accepted Answer

Athletes must not receive payment or compensation that jeopardizes their amateur standing

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Athletes must be under 18 years of age

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Athletes must reside in the United States

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Athletes must compete in at least three events per year

Question 2

Which organization does the AAU primarily align with at the national level for youth sports governance?

Accepted Answer

USOC (United States Olympic Committee) / USOPC

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NCAA

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NFL Players Association

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National Federation of State High School Associations

Question 3

An AAU membership card is valid for which period?

Accepted Answer

One calendar year (January 1 – December 31)

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One fiscal year (July 1 – June 30)

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Two years from the date of purchase

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Indefinitely until revoked

Question 4

Which of the following individuals is required to hold an AAU membership to participate in a sanctioned event?

Accepted Answer

Athletes, coaches, and non-athlete members (officials, volunteers)

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Only the head coach

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Only paid staff members

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Only athletes over the age of 18

Question 5

What is the minimum age for an individual to serve as an AAU Head Coach at a sanctioned event?

Accepted Answer

18

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16

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21

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25

Question 6

Under AAU eligibility rules, what happens if an athlete competes in an event without a valid AAU membership?

Accepted Answer

Their results may be disqualified and the hosting club may face sanctions

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They receive a warning for the first offense

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They must pay a fine on-site to continue competing

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Nothing, as membership is optional