AARON MICHAEL HANDS
Multi-ethnic heritage: Mali • Nigerian • British • Scottish • Scandinavian • Irish
Career Journey
26 Years of Basketball Excellence
1998
Scripps Ranch High School
Scored 38 points against Luke Walton in box-and-1 defense
1999-2003
University of California Riverside
Team Captain as Senior, Led league in offensive rebounds
2004
Maris Sport
Professional debut overseas
2005
Long Beach Pro-Am
Caught attention of Spurs and Dallas Mavericks scouts
2006-2007
San Diego ABA
21 points, 15 rebounds in championship vs Beijing China
2007
Lakers D-League
Developed as guard but excelled as forward
2008-2009
San Diego ABA
Consistent performance
2009-2010
Cimacopa Mexican League
Played in leagues and tournaments across Mexico
2010-2011
San Diego ABA
Led team in scoring and rebounding in China trip
2012-2013
Gothenburg Division 1
Elite shooting percentages: 80% FT, 40% 3PT, 57% FG
2014-2015
San Diego Surf ABA
Continued dominance in ABA
2016
Drew League Pro-Am
Elite pro-am performance
2017
ABA
Veteran leadership
2020
San Diego Surf ABA
Strong comeback season
2022
San Diego Genius ABA
Led West Coast Division in rebounds
2023-2024
FIBA NUBA League / Oceanside Surf ABA
FIBA NUBA Defensive Player of the Year
2025
Team Crossover
Team Crossover Gothenburg - Undefeated season at point guard
2025
Gothenburg Basketball Festival
Tournament Champion
Career Statistics
Peak Performance Numbers
Career Highs
- 42 points, 16 rebounds, 11 assists (2025)
- 38 points vs Luke Walton (1998)
- 35 points - Long Beach Pro-Am (2005)
- 22 PPG - FIBA NUBA League (2023)
- 15 RPG - Multiple seasons
Achievements
- MVP & Champion - Gothenburg Basketball Festival (2025)
- ABA Leading Rebounder
- FIBA NUBA Defensive Player of the Year (2023)
- UC Riverside Team Captain
- Led League in Offensive Rebounds
- West Coast Division Rebound Leader
International Experience
- Turkey - Maris Sport
- Sweden - Gothenburg Division 1
- Mexico - Cimacopa League
- China - Tournament Play
Performance Highlights
Game Highlights
Watch Aaron in action across different leagues and competitions
Letters of Recommendation
Professional endorsements from coaches and scouts
Ready to Compete
Available for professional opportunities worldwide