The James River Athletic Club (JRAC), the premier girls’ AAU organization in the Richmond area, is beginning its’ 23^rd season. As the first AAU program for girls in the Richmond Metro Area, the club continues to provide a quality basketball program for all girls. JRAC began with 3 teams in 1985 and now fields up to 12 teams with players ranging in age from 10-17. JRAC offers girls an opportunity to play at Regional, State, and National competitions every year. It also provides playing time in fall and summer leagues, instruction at quality clinics, and individual instruction by a staff of outstanding coaches.

JRAC has had over 110 former players participate at the collegiate level throughout the United States. JRAC alumni have played at the University of Virginia, the University of Maryland, the University of Richmond, VCU, Leigh High, William & Mary, Virginia Wesleyan, UNC Wilmington, Longwood, Drexel, Holy Cross, Randolph Macon, Loyola of Maryland, the Naval Academy, Coppin State, Savannah College, Swarthmore, and UNC Pembroke.

WHY JOIN

Why Play for JRAC?

Player development

Player development is the club’s primary objective.
We strive to have multiple teams at each age group so that each girl plays at a level appropriate for her knowledge and skills.
Clinics that stress fundamentals.

Coaches - we have the best coaches in the area.

Our coaches are experienced middle, high school & college coaches. They stress fundamentals and focus on player development.
Our coaches attend coaching seminars to improve their skills and abilities as well as work together and share knowledge and resolve issues.

College Exposure

We provide opportunities for girls to play in competitive local, regional & national tournaments. Our high school teams compete in well-known exposure tournaments in front of college coaches.
JRAC aggressively distributes player profiles – on our web site, at tournaments, etc.
Host seminar: We have staff experienced in the recruiting process and can advise players/parents on the steps you need to take to find the best college.

JRAC Purpose

James River Athletic Club Mission and Philosophy Statement

The purpose of James River Athletic Club (JRAC) is to increase opportunities for amateur girls basketball competition and skill development in the greater Richmond, VA area; to enhance the physical, mental and moral development of amateur athletes; and to promote good sportsmanship, good citizenship and safety. JRAC is constantly striving to maintain its position as one of the premiere nonprofit organization for the development of girls’ basketball in the State of Virginia.

The James River Athletic Club basketball program forms teams that participate in AAU and U.S. Junior Nationals tournaments, give clinics, skill sessions and development programs to help the athlete aspire to the best of their ability. The major goal of the program is player development. When a player comes into the program, they leave a better player and a better person.