MISSION: "Our underlying goals for each team we are privileged to work with will always be to create a positive learning experience that enables every person to learn as much about basketball as possible.  To develop to their highest potential, to appreciate and enjoy being a member of a team, and to improve their level of confidence and pride about participation."

DEDICATION: 

The Michigan Thunder AAU Basketball organization was started in 1997.  The original Michigan Thunder Club had 12’s and 13’s teams.

Michigan Thunder operates under the firm belief that young persons benefit greatly by participating in a sports program that nurtures a commitment to God through the behavior of the players, coaches, and parents involved.  The Michigan Thunder organization desires that persons thrive in the environment created by their participation in a competitive sports program that also stresses recognition of Godly character.  Michigan Thunder players are encouraged by their coaches and others associated with the program to develop a spirit of love, care, tolerance, and support for others.  Players also learn to respect authority, and appreciate diligence, and perseverance.

OBJECTIVES:

The Michigan Thunder AAU Organization stresses discipline, the team concept, and mental and physical preparation.  We are committed to teaching our players to value ethics and integrity, and to helping them gain the confidence to make sound decisions when faced with conflicts in their futures.  We also measure our success by whether our players have improved their level of performance and skill execution, enjoyed the experience, and increased their appreciation for the sport. 

GOALS:

The primary objectives of Michigan Thunder are to:
 

• organize and administer a highly competitive AAU basketball program for girls ages 11 - 18,

• field competitive girls basketball teams in each age level of competition in regional and national basketball tournaments,

• provide an environment for each player to develop and maximize her individual basketball skills,

• provide a forum for qualified players to display their abilities to college scouts in order to compete for basketball athletic scholarships,

• develop the spirit of sportsmanship. 

The Michigan Thunder Organization strives to promote all participating players.