Elite Girls AAU in the North Metro - Helping Girls Develop a Love for Basketball
Kwadwo Osei - 7th Grade-2 / 2030 Coach
Kwadwo Osei who goes by “Coach K” is new to the MN freeze program. He is very passionate about basketball and loves to teach it. K grew up playing basketball in his native country of Ghana and has spent most of his life loving and following the sport. He believes in teaching his team to understand and think through the game on a fundamental level. He is a tough coach with a big personality but also very supportive and protective of his team. Coach K is a big believer in “the game gives you what you put into it” and encourages his teams to put in extra time outside of official practice to exponentially improve their game.
Coaching Experience:
4th Grade Boys Head Coach (Rec)
5th Grade Boys Head Coach (A Team – Travel)
6th Grade Boys Head Coach (A Team – Travel)
7th Grade Boys Head Coach (A Team – Travel)
Class of 2030/7th Grade-2 Season Info
Coach: Kwadwo Osei
Players on the team: 10
How many tournaments: 7 tournaments in the Twin Cities
When and where are practices?: There will be 2 practices/week. Practices will be in the Andover & Blaine areas.
Approximate Season Start Date: Practices would start in late March with the first tournament in Early April
Approximate Season End Date: Mid-June
Cost: $700 ($250 will secure the roster spot, and the balance will be due on 1/31/25)
Team Gear: UA team backpack (for new players), t-shirt, and long-sleeved shooting shirt to keep.
Uniforms: Under Armour reversible uniforms and practice jerseys returned at the season's end in June.
*The final cost will be determined after tryouts. Coaching stipends, tournament registration fees & practice rentals are all included. Travel costs, hotels, and tournament entry fees are NOT included and are the responsibility of each family.
*MN Freeze is a 501(c)3 nonprofit through the AAU. The donations we receive will also be a factor in the final season costs.
*Practice locations are in the North Metro in Blaine, Coon Rapids, Andover, etc. There will be 2 practices a week on average, starting in mid to late March. Expect 2 weeks of practice before the first games.
Check back on this page for more details or email Coach Nate
2025 Projected Tournament Schedule
Battle for Mom: 4/5 - 4/6
Spring Showcase: 4/12 - 4/13
Spring Splash: 4/26 - 4/27
TBD: Early May
May Madness: 5/16 - 5/18
Battle on the Hardwood: 5/31 - 6/1
Midwest Summer Sizzle: 6/7 - 6/8
*These dates are tentative and will not
be confirmed until winter of 2025