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Passing fundamentals
Have you ever played in a team when no one could pass? I can't see anything worst than that. Nowdays, many young players either think that passing is not cool (they don't pass), try to throw fancy passes (lobs, behind the back...), or just can't see the court! If you're one of my regular readers, you know I t...
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Two balls dribbling drills
Dribbling with two balls is an excellent way to improve your coordination. It'll seem difficult the first few times, but you'll quickly improve your touch. Start stationary! Get in the defensive stance (with the balls) Dribble ball balls simultaneously as hard as possible. Once you comfortable, d...
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Leadership on the Basketball Court
In every sport, strong leadership is what makes or breaks a team. The qualities of a leader do not change regardless of age, type of sport or even level of play. Simply, a leader is made of strong character and has remarkable passion for the sport. // // To understand what leadership is all about on the ...
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Why Magic Jonhson is my favorite player
I watched a documentary about the rivalry and friendship of Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. These guys were fierce competitors, great team players with outstanding basketball IQ. I would write an article about Magic, but I think the documentary and his autobiography say it all! // // Here it is, enjoy an...
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Why thinking that much?
Are you one of these guys who thinks too much when playing basketball? It's not helping your game, is it? Read this to find out why you shouldn't think that much and why you probably do it. Thinking too much get you in reaction mode Basketball is definitely a sport of trickery, quickness and anticipation. I...
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How to get control of your team!
You want more playing time, more respect from your coach, more trust from your coach and your teammates? You thought it was all about talent so you worked hard, and what did you get? Nothing? Well, I got just what you need. Read on. Why some people are successful without talent? Politics is the key to succ...
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NBA players you should (can) learn from!
If it was for TV, every player is "outstanding", "incredible", "so gifted"... They dramatize the game on purpose and make sure that one individual is seen as a great player (That's because drama sells!). The truth is a bit more complex. MOST NBA guys are not fantastic players. In this post, I'll tell you whic...
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The recipe of an amazing basketball player
As a basketball cook (coach) I love to create or rather help develop great players. Since I've been cooking for a while, I mastered the recipe of creating a basketball player. As a player or a coach, you'll get delicious (fantastic) results if you follow my recipe! Read on. Ingredient #1 - Commitment to wi...
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What you need to do to be a great ball handler
I'm sure you'd like to dribble to ball like a NBA point guard. You're probably one of these kids who always try to cross over people just for fun. OMG, these kids are so annoying; they'd better cross someone up rather than scoring the ball! I think the kids who do that somehow think they the cross over dribbl...
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How to gain muscle (25 lbds in 8 weeks)
Just imagine yourself playing a NBA game. Close your eyes and picture yourself going against a NBA superstar. I bet you you're not skinny in your dream! And you shouldn't be because it's almost impossible to play at the highest level if you're not big enough! Don't worry, I'll show you how to get there. Read ...
Guard moves
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One of the easiest way to create some space for a shot
As a basketball player, I’m sure you’d like to be able to create your own shot. You should…
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The most effective move ever used in basketball
You’re pretty good at going to the goal, but somehow you can’t score much. Every time you drive…
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The two simple things that will make you a scorer
Not many people know what it takes to be a great scorer. You’ll hear many different opinions on the…
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At last, a slick way to avoid shot blockers!
You just broke the ankles of your defender and are headed to the basket. You think you got a clear…
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You don't know what to do when you catch it in the post?
You love to drive to the basket don’t you? So try to drive most of the time. It works…
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How not to fumble the ball under pressure
What do you do when you catch the ball? Do you dribble immediately? Hopefully you don’t. If you’ve…
Passing fundamentals
Have you ever played in a team when no one could pass? I can’t see anything worst than that. Nowdays, many young players either think that passing is not cool (they don’t pass), try to throw fancy passes (lobs, behind the back…), or just can’t see the…
Two balls dribbling drills
Dribbling with two balls is an excellent way to improve your coordination. It’ll seem difficult the first few times, but you’ll quickly improve your touch.
Start stationary!
Get in the defensive stance (with the balls)
Dribble ball balls simultaneously as hard as possible.
Once you comfortable, dribble the…
How to gain muscle (25 lbds in 8 weeks)
Just imagine yourself playing a NBA game. Close your eyes and picture yourself going against a NBA superstar. I bet you you’re not skinny in your dream! And you shouldn’t be because it’s almost impossible to play at the highest level if you’re not big enough…
More inches to your vert and a deadly first step. Guaranteed!
I used to love the off-season as a player; it was the time of the year where I was able to dedicate my time to improving my body and my skills. One summer, I went back home to work out with a friend of mine who told me he…
How to drastically improves jumping and I mean drastically!
Can you imagine jumping high enough to never get a shot contested? Or beating you matchup one one one, going baseline, taking off form out of the key, and dunking on a big man! Stop dreaming about it and start working because you can do it. The workout method I…
What to eat before a basketball game?
Have you ever felt abnormally tired during a game? You work on your cardio all the time, but you still got tired quickly during that game? The problem may be your nutrition. Not eating or drinking the right stuff will drastically lower your basketball performance.Why is a pregame meal…
Ladder agility drills to improve overall quickness
I’m sure you’d love to be able to cross people up to go to the basket like a NBA point guard, wouldn’t you? So you’ve probably worked on your handles like a crazy man for a while. By now, you probably have a pretty good dribble…
How many weak professional players do you know?
You know that it takes strength to play this game. Players with no strength get pushed around, fumble the ball, can’t jump, avoid contact…and end up warming the bench. You need to be strong and this can be done easily. It’s time to workout and come back…
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