Tryout information.
Open evaluations for boys in 3rd through 12th grade. Come ready to compete for a roster spot on one of our LWR Elite AAU teams.
Tryout Fee
Required for all tryout evaluations. Non-refundable.
When & where
Location
Hermann Fitness
1300 Sarasota Center Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34240
Indoor basketball court — climate-controlled facility
Registration
Pre-registration is required for all tryouts. A $25 tryout fee applies. Contact us to reserve your athlete's spot and receive confirmation details.
Tryout schedule
Tryouts are organized by grade level. Each session runs approximately 90 minutes. Athletes should arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
3rd–5th Grade
Ages 8–11Fundamental skills evaluation, athleticism, coachability, and competitive attitude.
Aug 8–9 (6pm–8pm) + Aug 22 (9am–11am)
6th–8th Grade
Ages 11–14Skills assessment, basketball IQ, defensive intensity, and team play evaluation.
Aug 8–9 (6pm–8pm) + Aug 22 (9am–11am)
9th–10th Grade
Ages 14–16Advanced skills, position-specific evaluation, conditioning, and competitive scrimmages.
Aug 15–16 (6pm–8pm) + Aug 22 (12pm–2pm)
11th–12th Grade
Ages 16–18Elite-level evaluation. Varsity-caliber athletes competing for top roster spots.
Aug 15–16 (6pm–8pm) + Aug 22 (12pm–2pm)
Tryout window: Aug 8 – Aug 24 (August–October Development and Performance Training Season)
Can't make the scheduled tryout? Contact us to arrange a private evaluation. We do our best to accommodate every athlete who wants to compete.
What to bring
Required
- Basketball shoes (clean, indoor-appropriate)
- Athletic shorts and t-shirt or jersey
- Water bottle
- $25 tryout fee
- Positive attitude and competitive mindset
What to Expect
- Warm-up and dynamic stretching
- Ball handling and shooting drills
- Defensive drills and footwork
- 5-on-5 scrimmages with coaches evaluating
- Approximately 90 minutes total
Ready to compete?
Register now to secure your tryout spot. $25 tryout fee required. Space is limited for each age group.