girls AAU
BASKETBALL
GYM RATZ & JR. NJ Panthers
FALL 2026 TRYOUTS
Tryout Times Vary By Grade – See Below
ALL TRYOUTS WILL BE AT DOWN TOWN SPORTS CLUB, MAHWAH
All Players Must Pre-Register Online for Tryouts ($25 fee).
Players may attend (1) or (2) tryout sessions for the same total fee of $25
GIRLS FALL 2026 AAU SEASON TRYOUTS
GET FREE ACCESS TO ALL OPEN GYMS @ DTSC
All GYM RATZ Athletes with an active SportifyU Athlete Recruiting Membership have FREE access to all scheduled Open Gym sessions at Down Town Sports Club.
GYM RATZ / Jr. NJ Panthers
FALL 2026 Season
GYM RATZ AAU
(Grades 3-8)
10 WEEK SEASON
SEPT 1 - NOV 8
PRACTICE LOCATION: DOWN TOWN SPORTS CLUB
INCLUDES:
2 Practices per week
Weekend Shooting & Skills Clinics
6 Local Travel Games in Local League
3 Local Tournaments (1-Day, SAT / SUN)
1 Overnight Travel Exposure Tournament
All Players Must Pre-Register & Attend Tryouts
Payment Plans & Sibling Discounts Available
JR. NJ Panthers
(Grades 6-8)
12 WEEK SEASON
SEPT 1 - NOV 15
PRACTICE LOCATION: DOWN TOWN SPORTS CLUB
INCLUDES:
2 Practices per week
Weekend Shooting & Skills Clinics
NJ Panther Team Camp Teaching; Classroom, Video, and On-Court Demos
2-3 Local Tournaments (1-Day, SAT / SUN)
4-5 Travel Tournaments
All Players Must Pre-Register & Attend Tryouts
Payment Plans & Sibling Discounts Available
Girls AAU Basketball Club – GYM RATZ / JUNIOR NJ PANTHERS
Join our Girls AAU Basketball Program are led by the winningest basketball coach in the county, Danny Brown, together with his D1 player staff! We pride ourselves in having the best-in-class program for player development – emphasizing skills training, coaching, and a passion for the game!
With over 30 years of experience in the field, the program is organized with expert execution of practice plans, coaching and team building. All practices are held at our second to none newly renovated air-conditioned facility in Mahwah, NJ, consisting of two regulation hard-wood courts and plenty of space for comfortable spectator seating.
OUR MISSION
The Girls AAU Basketball Club specializes in the development of youth basketball players. Our Mission is to teach, and develop young athletes while instilling Life-Lessons and Values such as Character, Teamwork, Discipline, Respect and Sportsmanship
KNOWLEDGEABLE TRAINING EXPERTISE
With years of success and experience, we are capable of analyzing young athletes and create a plan that will help them grow as a player. While with our Girls AAU Basketball Club, players will dramatically improve in skill level each season. Our focus is on both the physical and mental aspects of the game, which are designed to increase their ability, confidence and competitive drive both on and off the court.
OUR COACHING STAFF
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ADAM BROWN
CONSULTING COACH
KIRA ROSA
DIRECTOR OF BASKETBALL OPERATIONS
JUSTINA Cabezas
AAU Coach
DANNY BROWN
GYM RATZ COACH
SHANNON FLATT
GYM RATZ COACH
JENNA JORDAN
GYM RATZ COACH
JACKIE KELLY
GYM RATZ COACH
PREP FOR HIGH SCHOOL. PLAY AT THE NEXT LEVEL.
🏀 Basketball Skills
💪 Strength & Conditioning
🔥 High School Prep
Build your game. Build your body. Build your confidence.
Register at downtownsportsclub.com
Sign up for our "P3" clinic starting this November. It is a great opportunity to get ready for HS tryouts! Workouts will include 1 hour of strength and conditioning with @visionperformance_nj and one hour of basketball training with our high-level staff.
Are you ready for your high school season? We are hosting a clinic meant for you to fine-tune your game before the season starts. Dm us or email downtownsports.yr@gmail.com for more info!
Traffic update for anyone heading to Down Town Sports: Wyckoff Avenue will be closed 9/2–9/14. Please use the alternate route shown and allow a few extra minutes for travel. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
UPDATE! We will be starting clinic on SEPTEMBER 9th to ensure a full 8 weeks of work. Clinics will focus on what is needed to build confidence before winter starts.
Do not miss your opportunity to try out for our Panther and Gym Ratz fall teams !
Do you feel prepared for your winter season? Come develop at our summer camp or try out for our fall teams !
Think you have what it takes to be a Gym Ratz/NJ Panther? Come compete, get better, and join one of North Jersey’s top girls basketball programs.
📍Grades 3-8
🗓️ August 16 & 23
📍Down Town Sports Club | Mahwah, NJ
Tag a hooper who needs to be there! 👇 #GymRatz #NJPanthers #AAUBasketball #GirlsBasketball #BasketballTryouts
🏀 Meet Coach Justina Cabezas! 🏀
We’re excited to welcome Justina to the Gym Ratz family as one of our basketball trainers and coaches! With a passion for developing athletes, building confidence, and helping players reach their full potential, Justina is committed to making an impact both on and off the court.
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, elevate your game, or grow as a competitor, Coach Justina is ready to help you put in the work.
Welcome to the team, Coach Justina! 💪🔥
