The complete guide for AAU and travel basketball parents — from a coach with 440+ wins and 1,000+ parent conversations. 6 chapters covering every decision you'll face: whether to join AAU, how to vet programs, what to say about playing time, when exposure is a waste of money, how to protect your family budget, and how to spot burnout before it's too late. Includes scorecards, checklists, budget worksheets, word-for-word scripts, a 14-Day Reset plan, and a full bonus chapter on NIL.