Frequently Asked Questions 2009

How can I get my AAU, youth or travel team sponsored by Nike?
How do I get my high school team sponsored by Nike?
What are the Skills Academies with Deron Williams, Paul Pierce, Vince Carter and Amar’e Stoudemire?
How do I get invited to one of the Skills Academy events?
What is the difference between the Hoop Jamboree and Skills Academies?
Who do I contact to get invited to the Hoop Jamboree?
Who do I contact regarding the Jordan Brand Classic?
Who selects the players for the Jordan Brand Classic?
What is the Nike Global Challenge?
How do you get selected for the Nike Global Challenge?
Who do I contact to get Nike to sponsor my event?
How can I reach a Nike professional athlete or college coach about an appearance or autograph?
Who should I contact about Nike products (footwear, apparel or equipment)?

How can I get my AAU, youth or travel team sponsored by Nike?
Nike sponsors a very limited number of travel teams each year, usually only established programs. Our current teams demonstrate a high-level of performance, community involvement and player development. If you would like to speak with someone about your program, please email us at eliteyouth@nike.com.

How do I get my high school team sponsored by Nike?
Similar to the travel teams, Nike only sponsors a limited number of high school basketball programs. If you would like to speak with someone about your school, please email us at eliteyouth@nike.com.

What are the Skills Academies with Deron Williams, Paul Pierce, Vince Carter and Amar’e Stoudemire?
The Deron Williams Academy, Paul Pierce Academy, Vince Carter Academy and Amar’e Stoudemire Academy are four-day skill development events featuring approximately the top 20 high school players at their respective positions. For example, the top 20 point guards in the country are invited to attend the Deron Williams Skills Academy.

How do I get invited to one of the Skills Academy events?
The Nike Skills Academies are all invitation-only events. These players are selected by our Nike scout team. We do not accept applications for these events.

What is the difference between the Hoop Jamboree and Skills Academies?
The Hoop Jamboree is a showcase for the top 100 student athletes entering their freshman and sophomore year of high school. The Skills Academies each feature the top 20 high school student athletes at their respective position regardless of age.

Who do I contact to get invited to the Hoop Jamboree?
Hoop Jamboree participants are chosen by invitation-only.

Who do I contact regarding the Jordan Brand Classic?
For more information on the Jordan Brand Classic you can visit www.JordanBrandClassic.com.

Who selects the players for the Jordan Brand Classic?
Our Nike scout team selects the top graduating seniors from across the country. Nike Elite Youth does not accept information on players.

What is the Nike Global Challenge?
The Nike Global Challenge is the culmination of the Nike summer events. The top 30 players from the LeBron James Skills Academy represent three United States teams in an International tournament against five other countries in Portland, Oregon.

How do you get selected for the Nike Global Challenge?
The Nike Global Challenge features the top 30 players, who are selected directly from the LeBron James Skills Academy.

Who do I contact to get Nike to sponsor my event?
Nike sponsors a very limited number of basketball events. If you would like to speak with someone about your event, please email us at eliteyouth@nike.com.

How can I reach a Nike professional athlete or college coach about an appearance or autograph?
Please contact the player’s NBA team or the college athletic department directly.

Who should I contact about Nike products (footwear, apparel or equipment)?
Visit NikeStore.com or call Customer Service Representatives at 1-800-806-6453 (5am - 10pm PST, 7 days a week).