It is natural for casual observers of the game of youth basketball to focus on shooting and scoring as the crux of the sport, but coaches and players know that there are other crucial factors that help to decide who is going to win a given ballgame. Rebounding is huge, and in many ways it is more important to rebound the basketball well than it is to shoot at a high percentage. Offensive rebounds provide easy put-backs and second, third, and...more
Most people become interested in basketball because they want to dribble and shoot, and indeed, these are fundamental elements of the game. However, you need to have the ball and the way you get it is through playing defense. You need to stop the other team from scoring more often than they stop you to win the game, so though it may not seem like it's as much fun, defense is equally as important as offense.Youth basketball coaches need to sell...more
When playing basketball, being able to outjump your opponents gives you a huge advantage over them. You can get more rebounds, block their shots, and dunk on them. What feels better than to be able to do all of that? In this article, I will give you 3 tips on how to jump higher for basketball. Follow these and you will be dunking in no time.1. Proper Diet and Nutrition - Your body is a very complex machine. It needs all of the proper nutrients in order to function and perform at a high level. The first step on how to jump higher for basketball is to fuel your body with the nutrients that it needs.Consume a diet rich in protein from clean sources (Fish, chicken, turkey, nuts). Fuel yourself with the proper carbs from whole grain sources. Stay away from white bread and white pasta but whole wheat bread and pasta is fine. Also you want to be consuming healthy fats otherwise known as Omega-3s. You get Omega-3 from fish or you could buy it as a supplement from your local nutrition store. Lastly and most importantly, eat a lot of fruits and vegetables and drink tons of water.2. Training and Workouts - When you're trying to train yourself on how to jump higher for...more
As reported that a film named "Fantasy Basketball Training Camp" will be created, and James would join into the film.The movie is co-released by Universal Pictures and Imagine Entertainment company, including Brian Grazer as the producer.To our surprise, the film may pull Edhardy into it, and it is due to James's appreciation to coogi.For those...more
Author: Kenny PittmanWith the addition of Ron Artest to the basketball roster of Los Angeles Lakers, sports aficionados are more excited to see how well he would jell with his new NBA team.It cannot be denied that, in order to penetrate into the most prestigious basketball association in the world; one must have talent. But talent alone cannot win...more
The Dos and Donts of BasketballBy Anthony Aguilar Do DontIn order to play basketball, you have to have a ball.Dont kiss the ball.Basketball is a team sport, so you have to have teammates.When you are playing, dont walk, always run.Pass the ball, to give your team a chance to shoot. Dont hog the ball.Shoot the ball, into the basket.Dont start a fight with anybody on the court.Know the rules of the game.Dont dress up in a monkey suit to play.Dress up properly.Dont eat on the middle of the court.Bounce the ball. Dont kick the ball, its not soccer.Play together, as a team.Dont fall asleep, when someone is about to pass you the ball.Make good plays, so your team could have a better shot to make.Dont yell and scream at your team because you cant make a shoot.Run down the court, to make your shot.Pat attention to the game, dont wonder around the court.Dribble the ball.Dont show any magic tricks to your opponent.When you shoot, try to shoot the ball in your basket.Dont shoot the ball in the other teams basket.Have a good game plan to win.Dont cry, when you are playing.by: anthony127About the Author: Article source:...more
Wherever you go, you will definitely find people both young and old enjoying the sport of basketball in their backyard or in some sports complex. This is one sport which is played by people of all genders, ages, nationalities and abilities. Playing...more
Author: Jason MarkumEvery kid that ever played basketball wants to do the same thing, and that's DUNK THE BALL! It doesn't matter how tall you are, you still want to slam that ball through the hoop and scream at whoever was unlucky enough to be...more
Author: Gary DonovanWhether you are playing straight-up man-to-man defense or a zone, or a combination defense with both zone and man-to-man aspects, a good basketball defense will share many of the same qualities. Essentially, it is always...more
Author: Gary DonovanThere can be no overstating the importance of basketball practice drills that teach the fundamental skills of the game. Every player at every level needs to continually work on developing his basic skills - NBA greats still shoot...more
Author: Gary DonovanBasketball presses run against you can create havoc for your team if your players aren't prepared. This, of course, is the purpose of the press, especially the full court press - shock the ball carrier into making a bad pass so...more
Author: Gary DonovanSomeone once said, "Offense wins games; defense wins championships." But since you need rebounding to accomplish both, I guess good rebounding wins both games and championships. The average team will struggle to make a 50% field...more