New Jersey Youth Basketball Program Grades 3rd–11th · AAU-Level Coaching
New Jersey  ·  Grades 3–11  ·  AAU-level coaching

Built on the court,
built for life.

East Coast Classics is a New Jersey youth basketball program giving players in 3rd through 11th grade structured coaching, real competition, and a team that treats them like family.

ECC team celebrating their MJBL championship win
A Team, A Family
3rd–11th
Grade levels welcomed
10+ yrs
Head coach playing experience
One
Family, on and off the court
ECC team huddle with coach
Team huddle with Coach Brandon
Who we are

More than a team.

Founded in New Jersey, East Coast Classics offers AAU-level coaching for players from 3rd through 11th grade — competitive teams built for league play and tournaments, plus beginner-level league teams for kids learning the game at any age.

Our coaches are as focused on character as they are on crossovers. Players are guided through the lessons that matter beyond the scoreboard: discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. In addition to team play, we run private training sessions built around each player's individual game.

Team playCompetitive & beginner leagues
TrainingPrivate & group sessions
GearCustom team merchandise
East Coast Classics crest The official East Coast Classics crest — worn on every jersey, every season.
Why families choose ECC

A program run the way it should be.

Coaching

Experienced Leadership

Every team is led by coaches who've played and coached at a competitive level — not just volunteers reading a playbook.

Safety

A Secure Environment

Practices and tryouts are structured with player safety and clear expectations set for every age group.

Character

Beyond the Scoreboard

Discipline, teamwork, and perseverance are coached as deliberately as jump shots and defense.

Community

A Real Family

Small enough that coaches know every player's name, and every family becomes part of the ECC community.

All ages, all levels

The ECC family

Three age tiers, one coaching philosophy: push players to the next level in a safe, supportive environment.

3rd – 5th grade

Youth Development

Introducing future athletes to the fundamentals while strengthening skills at every level, in a safe environment built to develop confidence.

6th – 8th grade

Skill Enhancement

Developmental teams for beginners alongside experienced, tournament-level teams for players chasing the most competitive stage.

9th – 11th grade

High Intensity

Competitive teams built around tournaments and league games; developmental teams built around reps, practice, and growth.

Coaching staff

Led by people who've played the game.

Coach Brandon Applebaum

Coach Brandon

Founder & Head Coach

10+ years playing at the AAU level, plus 5 years of assistant and head coaching. Coach Brandon brings hard work and unselfish basketball to every practice — intensity and knowledge for advanced players, patience and encouragement for beginners.

Coach Alex Feyas

Coach Alex Feyas

Assistant Coach

Assistant varsity coach at Hightstown High School with varsity and competitive AAU experience. Coach Feyas builds his game around defense and trust — and measures success in respectful, passionate players.

ECC coaching staff on the sideline
ECC coaching staff coaching a game
What families say

Trusted by ECC parents

"Coach Brandon has built on Carson's strengths while helping him improve in areas where he needed support. Carson is a stronger player because of Coach Brandon's guidance."

"My son, Carson, joined ECC when he was 8 years old and is now 10. He currently plays on two teams coached by Brandon. Over the past year and a half, Coach Brandon has built on Carson's strengths while helping him improve in areas where he needed support. Carson is a stronger player because of Coach Brandon's guidance.

Beyond developing his basketball skills, Carson has learned valuable lessons about teamwork, commitment, perseverance through challenges and handling the losses with resilience. Of course, celebrating wins together has been just as rewarding!

The ECC boys are also a great group of kids, and Carson has made many new friends. The parents are wonderful as well, creating a supportive and welcoming community. We are very happy with ECC."

Elaine Young — Parent of Carson

"From the beginning, we have seen a noticeable difference in our son's basketball skills, confidence, and discipline."

"Our experience with ECC Basketball has been nothing short of exceptional. From the beginning, we have seen a noticeable difference in our son's basketball skills, confidence, and discipline.

ECC creates an environment where players are challenged to improve while also being supported and encouraged. The coaching, practices, competition, and emphasis on fundamentals have helped him become a more confident and well-rounded player. His basketball IQ, understanding of the game, and ability to work within a team have all improved significantly.

What stands out most is ECC's commitment to individual player development. The additional private training has been especially valuable, giving him one-on-one attention to focus on specific areas of his game, build on his strengths, and work through challenges. That individualized instruction and extra time on the court have helped him develop his skills while building the confidence to trust his abilities and take on new challenges.

Beyond basketball, ECC reinforces important qualities such as perseverance, accountability, teamwork, and how to respond to both success and adversity. These lessons extend well beyond the court.

We are grateful to the coaches, trainers, teammates, and entire ECC Basketball community for creating such a positive and competitive environment. ECC has played an important role in our son's basketball journey and has helped him become a stronger, more confident player and a better person."

Bridget Ahmed — ECC Parent

"James really enjoys playing basketball for Brandon and being part of the ECC teams. James was a late start to basketball, but over the last 2 years he has really developed into a good shooter with the help and development from Brandon. Last week in a game, James had 37 points and 17 rebounds while hitting (9) 3 point shots."

Rob Harrison — Parent of James
Private & group training

One-on-one reps, spring through fall.

Beyond team play, ECC runs private and group training sessions built around your child's game — ball handling, shooting, footwork, and the small details that add up. Pricing and scheduling are handled directly over email or text.

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Giving back

Community engagement

Coaches and players take part in community service, using basketball as a way to help others. Thanks to East Brunswick Fast Break and other local partners, ECC has helped bring the game to kids across the area — on a purely volunteer basis.

Community event
Community event

Ready to join the family?

Registration is open now. Fill out the form and we'll follow up by email to confirm a team, tryout time, and jersey.

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