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  • The art of defencing in basketball  By : Sam
    Learning How To Play Basketball Defense properly helps teams win championships. I'm sure everyone has heard the saying, "Defense wins championships". That's a very common statement when describing the most successful teams in basketball - at all levels of play.
  • More info about basketball.  By : Sam
    Basketball is one team sport where players can achieve noticeable improvement working out by themselves or with just a handful of players.

    When I was young, I used to spend hours upon hours ??shooting hoops??, as my mother would describe it. Though I knew my limitations as a basketball player, if there was a particular shot or a spot on the court I wanted to perfect, I would spend hours practicing it. I worked endlessly on a hook shot, not only on my strong hand, but on my weak hand as well. My ability to make this shot probably reached it??s potential, and now 35 years later, I still use this same hook shot when playing in my driveway against my own kids.

    There are an endless number of creative drills a young player can do by themselves to help increase their skill level. Another drill I call the ??Rock Drill?? or ??Crazy Dribble?? drill is set up with a youth player putting down three or four rocks in a line about 10-15 feet from the basket. He then dribbles along the line of the rocks going toward the basket. The ball ultimately hits one of the rocks and bounces away from the player. This is simulating a game like situation just like a defender hitting the ball away. The player then moves quickly to recover the ball on a fly, squares up toward the basket, and takes a jump shot. Don??t we see this happen in almost every game? If the youth player has a desire to make his school team, isn??t it better for him when practicing alone to simulate these realistic situations that happen in a game?

    Here is another drill that will help a player??s skills when practicing alone. Take a baseball cap. Staple or glue a glove to the edge of the bill so the majority of the glove is in the player??s face when he wears the cap. The player then does some regular outside shooting on the move, getting his rebound, dribbling, shooting etc. The glove, and I call this drill ??Hands In the Face??, will give the effect of a defender obstructing the shooters vision. This helps the player practice shooting in a more realistic atmosphere.

    Creativity knows no limits. Parents who are not even into sports can come up with numerous ideas using different techniques and props to make practice basketball in one??s own driveway fun and a chance to improve one??s skills.
  • Basketball on vertical jumps...  By : Sam
    For an athlete or someone who is very much into sports, vertical leaps are one of their major areas of concern. In fact most of them try to increase their vertical leaps and even trying to double it. There are lots of ways to do those lifts and in fact some are very helpful in increasing that jump.

    Try to work on these simple exercises and marvel at the strength, agility and length of you leaps. Here are sure fire ways on how to increase or even double your vertical leaps!
  • Basketball- To make a vast improvement in vertical leaping  By : Sam
    Failure is impossible once you follow these simple exercises to increase your vertical leap in just 60 days or less. Learning how to increase your vertical leap is one of the main goals for any basketball player. There are many ways to start to increase your vertical leap through exercise and even double it that many professional basketballers rely on. Finally their vertical leap secrets are available for every basketball player.

    Whether you are new to basketball, an amateur basketballer hoping to go pro, or even a pro basketballer these vertical leap exercises are designed especially for you. These vertical leap exercises will see you increase your vertical leap quickly and easily. However, if you are really serious and 100% committed on improving and increasing your vertical leap I would highly recommend you check out the vertical leap program listed below that guarantees to not only increase your vertical leap, but double it, in 60 days or less, results guaranteed.
  • Basketball- The Art Of Dribbling  By : Sam
    Dribbling is one of the foundations of the game of basketball. Before passing and shooting are taught to toddlers, dribbling is the first basketball skill explored. Kids will try to dribble any ball regardless of its size, material make up, or weight. Eventually, they realize the basketball is perfect for bouncing in the house, on the carpet, and outside. As these youngsters grow older and join teams, the dribble, unfortunately, is an assumed skill. My coaching experiences will illuminate some unique, time tested ideas about the dribble. As you will realize, dribbling the ball is not an equal opportunity skill.

    If you've watched a youth game lately you have seen an array of dribbling skills. The smallest kids usually handle it best due to their quickness and proximity to the ground. Big kids are frightened at the thought of having to dribble as his teammates scream at him to pass. You will also notice that many of the dribbling mistakes by kids are due mainly to having insufficient control of the ball.
  • Scoring goals in basketball  By : Sam
    Recently I had a chance to coach a group of kids in two sessions, two to three weeks apart. When we had some competitive games during the second session, I could see that some had really started to incorporate the new teaching into their shots and others had not. I could see where the shot breaks down after some learning has taken place. Of course it's because old habits are hard to break. And some had done more practice than others. But I thought to comment on what I feel can be done to keep the new learning up front rather than slipping into the background.

    DISTANCE, SPEED, PRESSURE TOO SOON, MISS A COUPLE
  • Double Vertical Leap: Is It Really Possible To Double Vertical Leap In 60 Days Or Less?  By : nish
    There is much heated debate on online discussion forums and other social groups about whether an athlete can really double vertical leap in 60 days. This article will discuss the truth about how realistic it is to double vertical leap in the first place and to do it in a very short period of time - in as short as 60 days. I will also outline just two vertical leap exercises that can increase your vertical leap and possibly double vertical leap with very little effort on your part. Keep reading to download your own free vertical leap exercise program.
  • Basketball Tips  By : sammie
    Learning How To Play Basketball Defense properly helps teams win championships. I'm sure everyone has heard the saying, "Defense wins championships". That's a very common statement when describing the most successful teams in basketball - at all levels of play.
  • Increase Vertical Leap - How To Significantly Increase Vertical Leap Without Exercise  By : nubcake
    Who is the current vertical leap world record holder is still a hotly contested topic. However, one thing that is not contested is that a significant vertical leap increase is the short-term goal of every basketballer. This article will discuss why vertical leap is not just a measurement of distance, plus how to increase vertical leap without moving your body at all, and how to choose the best vertical jump program for you. Keep reading to download your own free vertical leap workout program.
  • The Basketball Coach's 3 Most Costly Mistakes  By : soultaker
    A player is not the only one that makes mistakes. Coaches make many mistakes every day, even though most of them are not noticed. A costly mistake by a coach can be the difference between winning and losing. It also can lead to an underachieving, dysfunctional team. The three most costly mistakes of coaches are highlighted in this article.
  • Dunking a basketball has always been the source of awe for the basketball fanatics.  By : mAdmaN
    For an athlete or someone who is very much into sports, vertical leaps are one of their major areas of concern. In fact most of them try to increase their vertical leaps and even trying to double it. There are lots of ways to do those lifts and in fact some are very helpful in increasing that jump.

    Try to work on these simple exercises and marvel at the strength, agility and length of you leaps. Here are sure fire ways on how to increase or even double your vertical leaps!
  • How to Jump Higher to Dunk a Basketball  By : mAdmaN
    Dunking a basketball has always been the source of awe for the basketball fanatics.

    Sometimes, dunks can even determine the name of the outcome of a competitive and exciting game. That is why most basketball players nowadays are aiming to get the perfect dunking skills for them to be able to show off or flaunt.
  • The Art of Dribbling the Basketball - Who, When, and Why  By : mAdmaN
    Dribbling is one of the foundations of the game of basketball. Before passing and shooting are taught to toddlers, dribbling is the first basketball skill explored. Kids will try to dribble any ball regardless of its size, material make up, or weight. Eventually, they realize the basketball is perfect for bouncing in the house, on the carpet, and outside. As these youngsters grow older and join teams, the dribble, unfortunately, is an assumed skill. My coaching experiences will illuminate some u
  • Basketball Tips and Training: 14 Ways to Become a Big-Time Player  By : mAdmaN
    I get asked the following question all the time: how can I become a dominant player?

    I've put together a list of 14 things you need to do to become a big-time basketball player. Read this list, and start doing these things, and you'll be a better player. Guaranteed. And if you already do most of the things on the list...you're ahead of the game. So what are the things you need to do to dominate a basketball game? Read on...
  • Basketball Shooting: How We Learn  By : mAdmaN
    Recently I had a chance to coach a group of kids in two sessions, two to three weeks apart. When we had some competitive games during the second session, I could see that some had really started to incorporate the new teaching into their shots and others had not. I could see where the shot breaks down after some learning has taken place. Of course it's because old habits are hard to break. And some had done more practice than others.
  • Top 3 Exercises to Improve Your Vertical Jump  By : mAdmaN
    If you're a basketball player, and especially if you want to dunk, you need to always work on ways to improve your vertical jump. If you don't have a good one, the best thing to do is start doing exercises that will help you jump higher. What exercise is the best? There are many different options available to you when it comes to jumping higher, but there are 3 ways that are much better than the rest. Those 3 are plyometrics exercises, olympic weight lifting exercises, and stretching exercises.
  • Driveway Basketball Fun For Youth Players  By : daniel
    Basketball is one team sport where players can achieve noticeable improvement working out by themselves or with just a handful of players.

    When I was young, I used to spend hours upon hours ˇ°shooting hoopsˇ±, as my mother would describe it. Though I knew my limitations as a basketball player, if there was a particular shot or a spot on the court I wanted to perfect, I would spend hours practicing it. I worked endlessly on a hook shot, not only on my strong hand, but on my weak hand as well.
  • How To Play Basketball Defense: 10 Tips For Success  By : sharenya
    Learning How To Play Basketball Defense properly helps teams win championships. I'm sure everyone has heard the saying, "Defense wins championships". That's a very common statement when describing the most successful teams in basketball - at all levels of play.
  • Basketball Shoes  By : sharenya
    Playing basketball requires vigorous moves like running, jumping, side-to-side movements, blocking, and shooting. This involves a lot of wear and tear on shoes. In order to reduce wear and tear, basketball players need specially developed shoes, like basketball shoes.
  • Basketball Uniforms  By : sharenya
    Basketball uniforms instill a sense of unity and team spirit. Standard basketball uniforms consist of sneakers, socks, tank-top shirts, and shorts. Many of the modern basketball uniforms are made up of lightweight and moisture-wicking materials. Thus, these uniforms offer ultimate body moisture management and temperature control.
  • Easy Exercises To Increase And Improve Your Vertical Leap In 60 Days Or Less  By : boy11
    Failure is impossible once you follow these simple exercises to increase your vertical leap in just 60 days or less. Learning how to increase your vertical leap is one of the main goals for any basketball player. There are many ways to start to increase your vertical leap through exercise and even double it that many professional basketballers rely on. Finally their vertical leap secrets are available for every basketball player.
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