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Illinois Tigers Basketball is an AAU Basketball Club


The Illinois Tigers basketball program is based in Northern Illinois. We believe that elite level ballplayer is not a title that is given, but rather earned. We believe that family, passion, and hard work are the building blocks. It is the Tigers mission to help youth and high school players reach the next level – whatever level that may be for that specific player.

2026 Fall Tryouts


 Fall 2026 Boys Tryout Dates and Times:


Tryout Date, Times and Grade: 


  • COMING SOON


Fall Season:


  • 6-8 Tournaments
  • 2 - Practices a week (90mins each)
  • 1 - Conditioning day a week
  • Cost: $850 for the session (We provide payment plans)


Tournament Dates *Tentative* Schedule 

6 to 8 Tournaments (12 to 16 Games) 


  • COMING SOON


Contact - Coachmaliknicholson@gmail.com

Phone - 917-376-7328


Click Here To Register

2026 Fall Girls Tryouts

 Fall 2026 Girls Tryout Dates and Time


Tryout Date, Times and Grade: 


  • COMING SOON


 Spring Season:


  • 6-8 Tournaments
  • 2 - Practices a week (90mins each)
  • 1 - Conditioning day a week
  • Cost: $850 for the session (We provide payment plans)


Tournament Dates *Tentative* Schedule 

6 to 8 Tournaments (12 to 16 Games) 




Contact - Coachmaliknicholson@gmail.com

Phone - 917-376-7328




Click Here To Register

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The Illinois Tigers basketball program is based in Northern Illinois. We believe that elite level ballplayer is not a title that is given, but rather earned. We believe that family, passion, and hard work are the building blocks. It is the Tigers mission to help youth and high school players reach the next level – whatever level that may be for that specific player.

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Now Hiring Paid Coaches

Do you have basketball coaching experience? Have you coached at the AAU or high level travel level? We are currently looking for coaches to train and coach our 5th grade and 6th grade boys teams. If you are interested in hearing more please complete the form below and we will contact you.

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Tigers Staff


Malik Nicholson

Director of Operations & Head Coach

Deon Robinson

Head Coach

Amanda Nicholson

Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Ron Mattner

Coach

Kelly Barnes

Sports Performance and Nutrition Specialist

Sara Zielinski

Coach

Tim Barnes

Coach