Coach C. Collins is back at it to help give his experience of coaching methods and tactics that can hopefully help you to grow in the game of basketball along with talking any other issues or video reactions that he wants to discuss.  Join Coach C. Collins from the YBA Phenix Fitness 24/7 basketball facility in Rocklin, California, for an insightful episode of Coach's Rize Time. In this episode, Coach Collins dives into the state of AAU basketball in 2024, offering a comprehensive look at the good, the bad, and the evolving dynamics of the sport. Coach Collins discusses various categories of parents involved in AAU, from supportive athlete parents to overbearing helicopter parents, and the impact they have on the game. He also addresses the lack of loyalty in AAU, the influence of nepotism, and the financial challenges faced by many families in supporting their young athletes. Furthermore, Coach Collins sheds light on the increasing violence in youth basketball, the crucial role of emotional control for young players, and the importance of guidance from male figures in the lives of young black men. He emphasizes the need for creative fundraising solutions and the reality of rising costs in the current economic climate. Through it all, Coach Collins offers practical advice and critical thinking strategies for players, parents, coaches, and directors navigating the complex world of AAU basketball. Tune in for an honest, unfiltered look at the sport and valuable tips to help you succeed in your basketball journey. Don't miss this episode filled with candid insights and actionable advice to better your AAU experience. Hit that like and subscribe button, and consider supporting the podcast on Patreon to help keep the valuable content coming.   ------------------------- Please Support the Show Podbean Patron: https://patron.podbean.com/boutthatlifeaau Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/join/Boutthatlife? Cash App: https://cash.app/$phenixfitness23 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XKVLCD8U3MC36 Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/CoachCCollins   Sponsors Dr. Dish the best shooting machines on the market https://www.drdishbasketball.com/   Hardwood Palace Rec/Tournament Basketball facility http://www.hardwoodpalace.com/     Click Here to follow  IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoopstariam/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/christopher.collins.106 Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Christo53408073 Feel free to check out other episodes on our Main show "Bout that Life" Training Site: https://www.phenixfitness23.com/contact-us AAU Club Information: http://www.ybadawgs.com/ Thank you for your support and time and as Rize to Prime!!!   Main Show Bout that Life podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/BOUTTHATLIFEPODCAST   Want to have a topic discussed feel free to leave a question here https://www.instagram.com/direct/inbox/