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The
Amateur Athletic Union
(AAU) is a sports organization in the United States. It was founded in 1888. It holds meets in many sports for
amateur
athletes (athletes who do not get paid) of all ages. These sports include
baseball
,
basketball
,
football
,
golf
, and
track
. A long time ago, when most athletes were amateurs, winning an AAU title meant that you were one of the best in your sport. In the United States, AAU meets used to also be trials for the
Olympic Games
. Since 1978, the AAU has lost most of its power. This is due to the
Amateur Sports Act of 1978
and the fact that many good athletes are no longer amateurs. It is currently based in
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
at
Disney's Wide World of Sports
.