Aau news 2017

Here are some notable news stories from the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) in 2017:

  1. AAU National Championships: The AAU National Championships took place in June 2017 in Orlando, Florida, featuring over 20,000 athletes competing in various sports such as track and field, basketball, volleyball, and more.
  2. AAU Junior Olympic Games: The AAU Junior Olympic Games, a premier youth sports event, was held in July 2017 in Detroit, Michigan, attracting over 12,000 athletes from across the United States.
  3. New AAU President: Roger Goudy was elected as the new President of the AAU in January 2017, succeeding Dr. Roger J. Goudy, who served as President for over 20 years.
  4. AAU Partners with USA Swimming: The AAU and USA Swimming announced a partnership in February 2017 to promote swimming and aquatic programs for youth athletes.
  5. AAU Basketball National Championships: The AAU Basketball National Championships were held in April 2017 in Orlando, Florida, featuring top teams from around the country.
  6. AAU Volleyball National Championships: The AAU Volleyball National Championships took place in May 2017 in Orlando, Florida, with teams competing in various age groups and divisions.
  7. AAU Track and Field National Championships: The AAU Track and Field National Championships were held in June 2017 in Orlando, Florida, featuring top athletes in various events such as sprinting, distance running, and jumping.
  8. AAU Wrestling National Championships: The AAU Wrestling National Championships took place in July 2017 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with athletes competing in various weight classes and age groups.
  9. AAU Soccer National Championships: The AAU Soccer National Championships were held in July 2017 in Orlando, Florida, featuring top teams from around the country.
  10. AAU Celebrates 100th Anniversary: The AAU celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2017, marking a century of promoting youth sports and athletic development in the United States.

These are just a few of the many news stories from the AAU in 2017. The organization continues to play a vital role in promoting youth sports and providing opportunities for young athletes to develop their skills and compete at the national level.