Youth AAU Teams
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K-8th girls Developmental basketball teams. Get started Today!
Competing locally in Bellevue, Renton, Kent, Auburn and the Surrounding Areas.
🏀 Think You Have What It Takes? Try out for our Elite Jr. 3SSB Teams (6th-8th Grade).
✅ Elite Competition ✅ Player Development ✅ Team Exposure
📞 Contact Us: 425.390.9177
Earn Your Spot. Elevate Your Game. Join the Elite. 🏀🔥
Youth AAU Teams
🔥We offer:
K-8th girls Developmental basketball teams. Get started Today!
Competing locally in Bellevue, Renton, Kent, Auburn and the Surrounding Areas.
🏀 Think You Have What It Takes? Try out for our Elite Jr. 3SSB Teams (6th-8th Grade).
✅ Elite Competition ✅ Player Development ✅ Team Exposure
📞 Contact Us: 425.390.9177
Earn Your Spot. Elevate Your Game. Join the Elite. 🏀🔥
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Girls AAU Basketball Program
Build Skills. Gain Confidence. Compete with Purpose.
Our Girls AAU Basketball Program provides a focused team experience for athletes who are ready to develop their game in a structured, competitive, and supportive environment.
Through organized practices and AAU competition, players strengthen fundamental basketball skills while learning the value of teamwork, discipline, leadership, and resilience. Coaches work with athletes at every stage of development to help them build confidence, improve decision-making, and grow both on and off the court.
Whether your athlete is new to competitive basketball or looking to take her game to the next level, our program creates opportunities to learn, compete, and succeed.
Who Should Join?
✅ Girls in Kindergarten through 8th Grade
✅ Athletes seeking organized team competition
✅ Players looking to improve basketball fundamentals
✅ Families searching for a positive, development-focused environment
✅ Players who want to build confidence, leadership, and teamwork skills
What to Expect
Athlete Assessment We learn about each player's age, experience, skill level, and goals to ensure the best developmental path.
Team Placement Athletes are placed on the team that best matches their current abilities and growth opportunities.
Training & Competition Players participate in structured practices focused on:
Ball Handling
Shooting
Passing
Defense
Basketball IQ
Team Concepts
Game Situations
Athletes then apply their skills through competitive AAU play while learning how to perform under pressure and contribute to team success.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
🏀 Join a program that develops confident athletes, strong teammates, and future leaders.
📞 Contact Northwest Greyhounds today to learn more about team placement and upcoming opportunities.
425.390.9177
Empower Her Game. Elevate Her Confidence. Become a Greyhound. 🩶💙🩷
Training
Training
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Girls AAU Basketball Program Build Skills. Gain Confidence. Compete with Purpose. Our Girls AAU Basketball Program provides a focused team experience for athletes who are ready to develop their game in a structured, competitive, and supportive environment. Through organized practices and AAU competition, players strengthen fundamental basketball skills while learning the value of teamwork, discipline, leadership, and resilience. Coaches work with athletes at every stage of development to help them build confidence, improve decision-making, and grow both on and off the court. Whether your athlete is new to competitive basketball or looking to take her game to the next level, our program creates opportunities to learn, compete, and succeed. Who Should Join? ✅ Girls in Kindergarten through 8th Grade ✅ Athletes seeking organized team competition ✅ Players looking to improve basketball fundamentals ✅ Families searching for a positive, development-focused environment ✅ Players who want to build confidence, leadership, and teamwork skills What to Expect Athlete Assessment We learn about each player's age, experience, skill level, and goals to ensure the best developmental path. Team Placement Athletes are placed on the team that best matches their current abilities and growth opportunities. Training & Competition Players participate in structured practices focused on: Ball HandlingShootingPassingDefenseBasketball IQTeam ConceptsGame Situations Athletes then apply their skills through competitive AAU play while learning how to perform under pressure and contribute to team success. Ready to Take the Next Step? 🏀 Join a program that develops confident athletes, strong teammates, and future leaders. 📞 Contact Northwest Greyhounds today to learn more about team placement and upcoming opportunities. 425.390.9177 Empower Her Game. Elevate Her Confidence. Become a Greyhound. 🩶💙🩷
About NWG
About Northwest Greyhounds
Northwest Greyhounds (NWG) is a nonprofit youth basketball organization based in Renton, Washington, owned and operated by Coach Buck Buchanan and Youth Director Mary Prator.
We provide girls from Kindergarten through 8th grade with opportunities to develop basketball skills, increase basketball IQ, and build confidence through organized training and competitive AAU basketball. Our program is designed to create a positive, supportive environment where every athlete is encouraged to work hard, compete with purpose, and grow both on and off the court.
At Northwest Greyhounds, success is measured by more than wins and losses. We focus on developing strong fundamentals, disciplined habits, leadership skills, and a lifelong love for the game. Through quality coaching, team-centered values, and meaningful competition, we help each player build the foundation needed to reach her full potential.
Whether an athlete is just beginning her basketball journey or preparing for the next level of competition, our commitment remains the same: to provide the guidance, support, and opportunities she needs to succeed.
Our Mission
To empower young female athletes through basketball by fostering skill development, confidence, character, teamwork, and a passion for lifelong growth.
Why Families Choose Northwest Greyhounds
✅ Development-Focused Coaching
✅ Competitive AAU Opportunities
✅ Positive Team Culture
✅ Strong Fundamental Training
✅ Leadership & Character Development
✅ Supportive Environment for Every Athlete
Join the Greyhound Family
🏀 Help your athlete build confidence, develop her skills, and compete in an environment designed for growth and success.
📞 Contact Mary Prator today: 425.390.9177
Develop Skills. Build Confidence. Grow Through Competition. Become a Greyhound. 💙🩶🩷
About NWG
About Northwest Greyhounds
Northwest Greyhounds (NWG) is a nonprofit youth basketball organization based in Renton, Washington, owned and operated by Coach Buck Buchanan and Youth Director Mary Prator.
We provide girls from Kindergarten through 8th grade with opportunities to develop basketball skills, increase basketball IQ, and build confidence through organized training and competitive AAU basketball. Our program is designed to create a positive, supportive environment where every athlete is encouraged to work hard, compete with purpose, and grow both on and off the court.
At Northwest Greyhounds, success is measured by more than wins and losses. We focus on developing strong fundamentals, disciplined habits, leadership skills, and a lifelong love for the game. Through quality coaching, team-centered values, and meaningful competition, we help each player build the foundation needed to reach her full potential.
Whether an athlete is just beginning her basketball journey or preparing for the next level of competition, our commitment remains the same: to provide the guidance, support, and opportunities she needs to succeed.
Our Mission
To empower young female athletes through basketball by fostering skill development, confidence, character, teamwork, and a passion for lifelong growth.
Why Families Choose Northwest Greyhounds
✅ Development-Focused Coaching
✅ Competitive AAU Opportunities
✅ Positive Team Culture
✅ Strong Fundamental Training
✅ Leadership & Character Development
✅ Supportive Environment for Every Athlete
Join the Greyhound Family
🏀 Help your athlete build confidence, develop her skills, and compete in an environment designed for growth and success.
📞 Contact Mary Prator today: 425.390.9177
Develop Skills. Build Confidence. Grow Through Competition. Become a Greyhound. 💙🩶🩷
Services
Services
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Basketball Training & Player Development
Develop Your Game with Northwest Greyhounds
🏀 Build stronger fundamentals.
🏀 Improve your basketball IQ.
🏀 Increase confidence on and off the court.
🏀 Train with experienced coaches dedicated to your growth.
Contact us for more information: 425.390.9177
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Basketball Camps
Train. Compete. Grow.
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Camp Coaches Buchanan & Eric Crawford
Northwest Greyhounds Grind Session Camps provide athletes with focused opportunities to develop their skills, build confidence, and elevate their game in a fun, challenging, and supportive environment.
Focus Areas:
✅ Ball Handling
✅ Shooting & Scoring Techniques
✅ Footwork & Agility
✅ Defensive Skills
✅ Basketball IQ & Decision-Making
✅ Competitive Games & Challenges
✅ Confidence, Leadership, & Teamwork
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Tryout Opportunities
Missed Tryouts?
Official tryouts have concluded, but opportunities may still be available.
🏀 Contact us to schedule a player evaluation and learn more about current team openings.
📞 425.390.9177
Services
Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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