1.  How can I participate in the AAU Junior Olympic Games?

Each sport has its own requirements for participation.Click on the "How can I Participate" button on the right.

2.  How do I get an entry packet?

Entry information is available online at www.aaujrogames.org . Just select your sport to view the information.  If you need additional information, please contact aaujuniorolympicgames@aausports.org .

3.  How do I become a member of the AAU?

You can join online at www.aausports.org and receive a membership immediately. By paying with a credit card, you can print your own membership card. If you do not want to join online, visit the "Application" section at www.aausports.org to print off a membership form to submit by mail. You can also call your local AAU District at 800-AAU-4USA or the AAU National Office at 407-934-7200 for more information on membership. Membership fees are $12 per athlete, $14 per coach. Depending on your sport, AAU Club Membership may also be required.

4.  I paid for my AAU membership card, but never received it. How do I get my card?

If you paid online, you will not receive a membership card in the mail but will receive an email with your membership card. AAU Membership Cards can now be reprinted online at www.aausports.org . Click on “Membership Card Reprint.” If you mailed your membership application to your District Office, but have not received your card, go online to print a copy. For additional assistance, contact membership@aausports.org .

5.  Do I have to have my membership card at check-in?

Yes, we recommend that you bring your AAU membership card with you to check-in. AAU Membership Cards can now be reprinted online at www.aausports.org . If you don't bring your card or do not have a current membership, you may be delayed at check-in.

6.  I have sent in my entry, have you received it?

It is recommended to use an overnight mail service (i.e. FedEx, UPS) in order to track your entry. You can track your packet with the airbill number. If you receive confirmation from your mail service that your entry was delivered, then your entry has been received and will be processed if complete.

If your email address is on the entry form, you will receive an email confirmation once your entry has been processed. Due to the volume of entries, please allow 7 to 10 days for processing. Coaches, if your email address is listed on multiple athlete forms you will receive multiple emails. Please note that accounts with spam blocks and controls might not receive the confirmation.

7.  Can my entry be postmarked on the entry deadline date or does it need to be received by the entry deadline date?

Entries must be RECEIVED by the entry deadline. In order to meet deadlines, you may need to overnight your entry.

8.  It is after the entry deadline. Can I still enter?

It depends on the sport if late entries will be accepted. Check with the National Office at 407-934-7200.

9.  Do I have to attend the Celebration of Athletes?

Attendance is not required, but we encourage everyone to attend. Check the web site at www.aaujrogames.org for more announcements.

10.  Can a coach check in for the athlete or does the athlete need to be present?

If the coach has a copy of the AAU membership card and all the paperwork has been properly submitted in advance, then a coach can check-in for the athlete. The athlete does not need to be present, except for the team sports of basketball, baseball and softball. Please refer to your entry packet for specific information.

11.  The schedule says check-in for my sport is on Monday, but I don't compete until Wednesday. Do I have to check-in on Monday?

All athletes must check-in the day prior to when they compete. If you don't compete on the first day of competition, you don't have to check-in on the first day.

12.  My flight arrives after the check-in is closed. Can I check-in the next day?

We strongly recommend you check-in the day prior to competition. Registration is open to any sport during operating hours (except for team sports). If you are checking in the day you compete, there may be long lines at check-in and you may miss your event. You will not be allowed to compete without checking in.

Team sports have set check-in times. Please refer to your entry packet for additional information.

13.  I sent in my entry, but now I can't come. How do I get a refund?

All fees are non-refundable. You will not get a refund if you do not come.

14.  How do I get a copy of the schedule for my sport?

Schedules will be posted on the web at www.aaujrogames.org when available. Contact the national sports chair for more specific information.

15.  What does a credential allow me to do?

Athlete and coaches credentials will allow access into any of the competition venues during the Games as well as the Celebration of Athletes. Athletes and coaches will receive a goodie bag at Check-In.

Depending on the sport, coaches' credentials may or may not allow you access to competition areas. For example:

Track – Coaches do not have access to go on to the track

Taekwondo & Karate – Only coaches who have attended the certification clinic will be allow access to the competition floor.

Swimming - additional credentialing will be needed to attend meetings, deck access, etc.

Refer to your sport specific entry packet for more information on coaching.

16.  Will transportation be provided for athletes to the venues?

No, participants are responsible for their own transportation needs.

17.  How do I make hotel reservations?

HOUSING:

The Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau will handle all requests for hotels. Visit www.aaujrogames.org to make reservations, view hotel lists, maps and more.  For assistance, please call the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau at (800) DETROIT or (800) 338-7648.
You will need to have the following information ready when making reservations:

1. The sport in which you will compete
2. The number of people in your party
3. The number of rooms you need
4. Your arrival and departure dates
5. Your credit card number

Important:  Please check online or with the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau regarding deposit requirements and cancellation policies.  AAU is not responsible for any refunds from cancellations.

18.  What is there to do in Detroit?

Information on Detroit and the surrounding area is available in the Event Handbook .  For additional information,
visit the web site for the Detroit Metro Sports Commission at www.detroitsports.org.

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Most of your additional questions can be answered by reviewing
the Entry Packet for your sport.

If you have additional questions, please contact aaujuniorolympicgames@aausports.org .