2026 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships Teams

Good morning Coaches,
for the remainder of the tournament, court 16 will be closed due to water leakage. Please be sure to refer to app for all court and schedule updates.

Thank you

Hey Coaches
Stop by the coaches lounge in Room 200D in the Convention Center. We have a few refreshments in there for you to enjoy.
Lounge is open from 11am - 5pm.

We’re excited to welcome your team to the 2026 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships in Knoxville! Below you’ll find key event details to help with a smooth arrival and tournament experience.

Know Before You Go: CLICK HERE to view the all-inclusive tournament guide with everything you need to know.

Tournament Details:

Venue Locations: Please note the tournament has two separate buildings that are located a short 5–7-minute walk apart from each other.
Knoxville Convention Center (Courts 1 – 12)
World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Courts 13 – 19)
Parking: Downtown Knoxville parking options can be reviewed here. See the Know Before You Go for details, maps, and recommendations.
Security: Please note metal detectors will be in place at the venue. See the venue policies here.
Schedule: Full schedule will be available on the AAU Basketball app soon!
Registration: Wednesday, June 24 from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM at the Knoxville Convention Center. Teams registering this day will be entered in a prize drawing!
Opening Ceremony: Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00 PM at Covenant Health Park. Keynote Speaker: Michelle Marciniak. Clear bag policy is in place.
Practice: Sign up for optional team practice here by June 22.
Tickets: CARD ONLY (no cash, no card fees).
Tournament Pass (4 Days): Adults (14+): $80 | Youth (6-13): $40 | 5 & Under: Free.
Day Pass: Adults (14+): $25 | Youth (6-13): $15 | 5 & Under: Free.

Visitor Info: Click here to explore Knoxville attractions!
Note: Check out the Know Before You Go for exclusive discounts for the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame events, Dollywood, Zoo Knoxville, and more!


Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Events:

Knoxville is home to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, and tournament week coincides with Induction Weekend, offering athletes and families special access and events.

Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Museum: Free entry for athletes with their tournament wristband June 24 – 28.
Inductees Panel (AAU Exclusive!): Thursday 2:30 PM–3:15 PM (doors 2 PM) at Knoxville Convention Center Lecture Hall (Limited seating).
Inductee Autograph Session (Optional Add-On): Saturday 10:00 –11:30 AM at the Tennessee Theatre. Tickets are $15 onsite and include a poster. Admission is limited and not guaranteed.
2026 Induction Ceremony (Optional Add-On): Saturday at 5:45 PM at the Tennessee Theatre. Purchase tickets at wbhof.com/induction and use code CELEBRATE for a special AAU Buy One, Get One offer!


All information is subject to change. Please check www.visitknoxville.com/aau and the Know Before You Go for updates or changes.



Safe travels to Knoxville!

Coaches & Directors,

All COACHES and ALL PLAYERS on your roster must have an AAU Membership to participate! We allow a max of 15 Players and 4 Coaches per roster.

Roster Links have been sent to the primary contact of your team. Please check your email to complete if you haven't already.

Deadline for all roster is Monday, June 22th, 2026 at 11:59pm est.

Roster must include:
- First and Last Name
- Jersey Number
- AAU ID Number

Please input AAU membership numbers into roster on Exposure to pre-verify athletes/coaches.

Next, please include the JERSEY NUMBERS FOR ALL PLAYERS. This is imperative, as we will be pre-printing score sheets before every game. Rosters will lock after your first game. If jersey numbers are incorrect to start the game, one technically foul shot may be accessed for every incorrect number.

Click Here to PURCHASE MEMBERSHIP
www.aausports.org/membership/

Coaches - Non-Athlete membership
Players - Athlete membership

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