York County is a premier sports destination, not only regionally but nationwide. York County has developed this natural sports market through state-of-the-art venues and our own unique southern hospitality. Whether you are looking to host a local tournament to a national event or a venue from a BMX track to an aquatic center, Visit York County is the home of your next sports event.

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Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of high-energy basketball at the **2026 AAU Winter National Championships**! Athletes of all ages will compete in Rock Hill, South Carolina, from **December 11–13, 2026**, bringing together talented teams, coaches, and enthusiastic fans for an action-packed tournament experience.

Hosted at **326 Technology Center Way, Rock Hill, SC 29730**, this premier event is the perfect opportunity to test your skills, compete against top talent, and create lasting memories on the court. Whether you’re chasing a championship or cheering from the sidelines, you won’t want to miss the excitement!

**Registration is now available—secure your team’s spot today!** Get ready to battle, compete, and experience the intensity of AAU basketball at the 2026 Winter National Championships.

2026 AAU Winter National Championships

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Operated & managed by the City of Rock Hill Parks, Recreation, & Tourism, The Rock Hill Sports & Event Center is the sports hub of the Knowledge Park corridor of Rock Hill!  The 170,000 sq. ft. facility is part of a mixed-use site connecting Winthrop University to Old Town Rock Hill, restaurants, outdoor venues, office space, apartments and more. The Center will host city athletic programs, sports tournaments, conferences/conventions, concerts and other special events.  By offering healthy living activities as well as cultural and tourism opportunities, the Sports and Event Center adds to the quality of life in Rock Hill and surrounding areas.

- Championship Court:  12,500 sq. ft. with 1,300 Stadium Seats; 1 Center Court or 2 Side Courts (Basketball & Volleyball); 4 team locker rooms + 2 officials locker room
- Main Court: 72,000 sq. ft. with 700 Courtside Permanent Seats; 8 Basketball Courts / 16 Volleyball Courts
- Walking Track: Just under 1/4 mi. surrounds the Main Court; Available for use during non-event hours; free.
- Multi-Purpose Room (Team Room):  8,000 sq. ft. event space which can be rented for events by calling the office. 
- Breakout Rooms: 2 located adjacent to the Multi-Purpose Room (Team Room) with private entrance. One room is about 950-1,000 sq. ft and the other is about 500 sq. ft. with a mini kitchenette (sink, microwave, refrigerator, counterspace)
- Multiple Concession Stands, Locker Rooms, State-of-the-Art Courts and Equipment

2026 AAU Winter National Championships

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