Find a basketball team, teammates and pickup games
Basketball is the easiest sport to play and the hardest to find a consistent run for. AthletiLink fixes the second part: see who plays near you, which rec leagues are taking teams, and where tonight's pickup game is.
What you can find
- Rec league teams
- Teammates by position
- Pickup games and open gyms
- Skills trainers
- AAU and youth programs
Basketball positions and formats
- PG
- SG
- SF
- PF
- C
How to find pickup games and a regular run
Open gyms and pickup games live and die on communication. Members post court, time and how many they have, and anyone nearby can claim a spot in the replies or by direct message.
For something more structured, search the directory for rec league teams and organisers in your city. Most leagues are looking for both full teams and free agents, so you can join either way.
- Post or claim spots in pickup runs near you
- Find rec and amateur league teams taking free agents
- Filter players by position, height and level
- Find skills trainers and shooting coaches locally
- Save the players you want on your team next season
Building a team that stays together
The hard part of amateur basketball is continuity. Use saved lists to keep the players you liked playing with, message the group when a league opens sign-ups, and post results so the roster keeps its own record.
Players who want to be recruited should add verified numbers and film — height, wingspan, and a highlight reel do more than a stat line on its own.
How it works
- 01
Create your free profile
Add your sport, position, level, location and a couple of clips. Ten minutes is enough to be findable.
- 02
Search near you
Filter the directory by sport, position and city to see players, teams, coaches and clubs in your area.
- 03
Message and arrange it
Send a direct message, agree a time and place, then post how it went so more people find you next time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find pickup basketball games near me?
Check the feed filtered to your area — members post court, time and how many players they have. You can also post your own run and let nearby players claim spots.
Can I join a team as a free agent?
Yes. Mark your position and availability on your profile and message league organisers and captains near you. Most rec teams carry one or two free agents.
Is AthletiLink free?
Yes. Creating a profile, searching for players and teams near you, posting to the feed and messaging other members is free.
Can I browse before creating an account?
Yes. Profiles, the community feed and the member directory are all browsable without signing in. You only need an account to message, post or save people.
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