sagitarius_isme asked:


In the movie Love and Basketball, when the girl came from her spring dance they had ***….What was the name of that song that was playing as the background?

Codie

fishieswim98 asked:


The basketball net I ordered is on backorder and won’t be coming for a week or so. I need something to do. How do you play basketball without a net?
Thanks! All these really helped!

Clark

ezoh1234 asked:


High school basketball tryouts are october 23-ish, and I’m aiming for JV or Freshman team basketball I want to know how to prepare for basketball for those teams, I already heard about running 2 miles, im planning to learn scissor dribble and behind the back dribble before then, I’m just paranoid and want to know how to clench my spot on the team.
Hey is passing a basketball to your team mate under the legs of a opponent legal

Neal

Bill Parsons asked:


Basketball does not just have to be strictly rule regulated play on an indoor wooden court. There are actually many different variations on the game that bring basketball to a whole new level.

Variety is one of the things that makes basketball such a popular sport. With all the ways to play the game it is no wonder that people all over the world are playing the game. That’s true no matter who they are, how old they are or what limitations they may physically have.

Game Variation 1: Wheelchair Basketball

Wheelchair basketball, as the name suggests, is played in wheelchairs. The chairs are specially designed so they move quickly and easily down the court. They also are made so players can be agile, much like players in traditional basketball.

Wheelchair basketball is a serious sport that is regulated by the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF).

Game Variation 2: Water Basketball

Water basketball, again as the name suggests, is played in water. It can be recreational or as a team regulated sport. In water basketball the rules are a little different. The rules for water basketball combine rules for traditional court basketball and water polo. There is, obviously, no dribbling involved in water basketball.

Game Variation 3: Beach Basketball

Beach basketball is played on the beach and is quite different than other types of basketball. It is not as strict and much more of a physical game than basketball.

Beach basketball is played on a circular court with no backboard on the hoop. There is no dribbling because it is too difficult on the sand. The ball is moved down the court instead by passing or 2 ½ steps. There is also no out of bounds in beach basketball.

Game Variation 4: Informal Basketball

Informal basketball really is not an actual name for a type of basketball, but it is used here to simply describe the type of basketball that most people play - basketball where you are just playing for the fun of the sport. The best kind!

Informal play can have any rules you like, as long as everyone playing agrees to them. There may not even be any organized play, but rather people simply making baskets and having fun.

Basketball is a very flexible sport. It can be played almost anywhere and in anyway you can imagine. In fact, it probably has been played almost everyway imaginable because it is such a popular sport. The thing about basketball that remains the same is making the basket. Every variation of the sport involves a ball and basket with the ultimate goal being to get the ball through the basket to score.

So, no matter how you play basketball it is the right way as long as you have the ball and hoop. You can play whatever way feels best for you with whatever rules you want. You can play with as many players as you want on whatever type of court you want. The bottom line is that you just have fun while you are doing it.



Tyron

Jason Richards asked:


Having a team that is focused on playing the game of basketball is a slam dunk to building a sport that will enhance one’s childhood or youth.  If you are getting ready to coach the game, knowing the fundamentals of the game is where to start.  By doing this, you will be able to bring all of the players into fast action.

The game of basketball begins by having two opposing teams of five players on the court. The main objective of basketball is to have each team work towards throwing the basketball through the hoop.  Every time this is done, the team will win a specific amount of points.  Whoever has the most points in the end will win the game.  This main objective also has several rules and regulations that are applied to it in order to win.  For example, whoever has the ball has to dribble the ball within a specified area.  If the rules are broken, it gives the opposing team the ball.  The teams will function together either defensively or offensively when they are playing, depending on who has the ball. 

Basketball first became a popular sport in 1891 in the United States.  It was used in order to keep rugby players in shape during the off-seasons of the game.  The idea of basketball was quickly adapted throughout YMCA gymnasiums, slowly setting the rules and regulations to the teams that are popular and seen today.  It has become such as popular sport that it is now internationally known with a national basketball association that supports the sport on a professional level.

Coaching basketball today has become an art in understanding how to get teams to work towards the main objectives that have been established throughout the United States over time.  By keeping the main objective in mind, and helping teams to develop from here, you will be able to ensure that everyone dribbles to their own success.



Brandon

Jason Richards asked:


If you are playing basketball, you want to play it excellently. Who wouldn’t want to be recognized as an outstanding basketball player?

It is just not very fortunate that basketball superstars and the best players are never born; they are created. So how can you create a basketball star out of yourself? The answer is simple: Play it right.

To be able to play basketball really well, it is important that you spend considerable time and effort in game practices. Just like any other form of sports, rehearsals, along with strict discipline and proper attitude, are necessary to make you an excellent basketball player.

However, when attending basketball practices, experts notice and warn that there are so many players who aren’t practicing their shooting skills correctly. Be informed that there are proper forms and moves in shooting.

That is why it would be helpful to you to spend time in practicing your shooting skills. There are several popular drills that would be helpful in attaining proper forms and moves when shooting the basketball to the bucket.

Some shooting drills

Proper attitude, determination and physical agility will be rendered futile if the basketball player doesn’t practice some drills. Here are some of the well-known and widely adapted shooting drills that will help you attain the proper form and skills in shooting the basketball.

Bull’s eye drill

This shooting drill is aimed at helping the player further sharpen his focus and concentration when playing. It is said that players lack focus when they fail to shoot the ball during the game. This is the practice drill for such players.  To be able to execute this drill, you will be required to use white athletic tape. Of course, the drill is executable in an actual basketball court. To do the drill, first, stick a piece of the white athletic tape on the front side, the side facing you, of the rim of the hoop.

You see that white tape? That will be your target. Now start throwing the ball into the bucket by targeting the white athletic tape. You are hitting the bull’s eye when you are successfully hitting the target. This will train your eyesight and senses in shooting the ball.

The free throw drill

This shooting drill is aimed at establishing your concentration and consistency in shooting the ball during a free throw. The process may seem too easy and less complicated, but during actual games, players complain that their focus is disrupted because of too much noise and other distractions coming from the audience and from the excitement of the game itself.

To perform the free throw drill, you must get be on a basketball court. Stand on the free throw line and start shooting free throws. Dribble the basketball three times. As you dribble, say the word ‘dribble’.

After that, it is time to throw the ball into the hoop. Say ‘throw’ or ’set’ or whatever word you want to use to associate with the activity. Before actually throwing the basketball, envision yourself all set to shoot the ball. Then, slowly raise your arms carrying the basketball, target the range and the rim and shoot.

If the goal isn’t attained, do the drill several times. The aim of the drill is to instill the proper mental set and condition that will be associated to successful basketball throws.

The Westhead drill

The Westhead drill is actually a mental drill in basketball shooting. This drill is aimed at enhancing muscle memory, or the muscle reflexes set on specific occasions and moves.

The drill is simple and challenging to execute. The first move will be to throw the basketball into the basket five times. Then, concentrate and envision five successful basketball throws in your mind.

Shoot the ball five times again, before pausing to close the eyes and picturing a good basketball throw in your mind. Throw the ball five times while the eyes are closed. Then throw the basketball successfully for five times after the closed-eyes drill.

Take note that your muscles are becoming more and more conditioned to successfully throwing the basketball. After some time, you can modify the drill and do it while walking or running on the basketball court.



Rashawn

Scott Peterman asked:


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Basketball Coaching Book Review: “Destination Basketball” by Andrew Hemminger and Dave Bensch

 



Coaches,

I had some time over Christmas break to do a little bit of reading when I wasn’t watching “Dora” or the “Backyardigans” with my little girl. I have to admit that I have been swamped with book reviews and dvd reviews so I finally caught up on the break.

I was sent a book named “Destination Basketball” and it isn’t a basketball coaching book, but just a book for college basketball fans. It was a really interesting read and I couldn’t put it down. It is about two college student who on a shoe-string budget decided to meet 29 of the best basketball coaches in the country. It took 23 road trips, 421 days, 1,134 phone calls, 2,314 emails, 27, 125 miles driven to compile this book.

Here is why I wasn’t a basketball coach and just a college basketball fan that I would want to read this book. The concept was to not ask about a single play, player, game or season, but their methods, their influences, their experiences, and their time within basketball. I love reading books on coaches whether it is basketball or football. I couldn’t put this book down, because it was really funny to see how Andew Hemminger and Dave Bensch went on this path to talk with the best 29 basketball coaches in america. They spoke to all 29 basketball coaches in person and there were no interviews given on the phone, letters, emails, or faxes. In these times, where college basketball coaches have non-stop schedules that is amazing.

They took pictures of themselves with each coach except for Jamie Dixon. They forgot the camera and the SID department sent them a picture. Each interview gives background on the basketball coach and then they go through a series of questions. They didn’t use the same questions on each coach. I thought that it was a tremendous idea and wish that I could have went on the trips. The book reads like you are on the trip.

One of the interviews was John Chaney, formerly of Temple University and he said this of the interview. “It is more of a human kind of interview where the question touches you a little bit more, and it gives you a relaxing feeling when you are able to talk about some of your experiences”.

I can’t say enough on how I thought that Andrew and Dave did a tremendous job on their book and I really appeciate them sending me a copy to read. I would give this book a 5 out of 5 stars. It is a tremendous book for college basketball fans who want some insight on 29 of the best basketball coaches in the country.

Coach Peterman

PS: Here are some excerpts and at the bottom of the article is where you can find the book.

from the JOHN WOODEN STORY…

We spotted a nearby elevator and figured it was where he would

appear. With time to assess the situation before the doors opened

and despite being so close, we still could not believe that Coach

Wooden was on his way down to greet us. With a ding, the metal

doors swung open and there he stood with the assistance of a

wooden cane, dressed in a button down shirt, slacks and a

UCLA-blue vest. We shook his hand and introduced ourselves as

the doors closed behind us.

_______________________________________________________

from the DEAN SMITH STORY…

Trying to thwart off any mishaps in transit, we left the hotel

more than 90 minutes ahead of our scheduled time and

headed toward the Dean E. Smith Center to meet Dean E. Smith,

which was less than six miles from our hotel.

_______________________________________________________

from the THAD MATTA INTERVIEW…

Who have been the biggest influences on you, in and

out of hoops?

Matta: Obviously my mom and dad. My dad was a coach

and an athletic director, and all I ever wanted in life was to be

him. I wanted to coach in a little town in Illinois because we had

such a great life.

_______________________________________________________

from the BILLY DONOVAN STORY…

Honestly, it took us 373 days to land an interview with him, which

when you think about it is a great sign for the state of college

basketball. It would not be good if he were relatively non-busy

and his time was easily accessible.

_______________________________________________________

from the BILL SELF INTERVIEW…

This job is described as your dream job, as it would be for a

lot of people. Can you sum up the job as the head coach at KU?

Self: Definitely it is everything I thought it would be, maybe

even better than I thought it would be, and I thought it would be

great. If I could sum up anything, the right word would be

caretaker, because it is such an honor and great responsibility to

be a caretaker of a program with such great names such as Naismith,

Dean Smith and Chamberlain. It is an awesome responsibility to sit

in that chair.

_______________________________________________________

from the MIKE KRZYZEWSKI STORY…

When the transition time came, we followed Jon and Coach K out

into the lobby area and waited as Coach K spoke momentarily with

several other people. As he turned around, Jon introduced us, which

was followed by the extension of a right hand and

“Hi guys. Mike Krzyzewski.”

_______________________________________________________

from the RICK BARNES STORY…

With a 100 guesses I bet you couldn’t come up with where we were

able to secure some time with Coach Barnes. I’m pretty confident

that if you have bothered to take 100 cracks at it you would not

have put the Cracker Barrel restaurant off I-40’s Exit 125 in Hickory,

North Carolina, on your list.

_______________________________________________________

from the JIM CALHOUN INTERVIEW…

What do you hope your players take away from their

experience with you?

Calhoun: I hope that they understand that to be good at

anything you have to accept working hard. That we set a precedent

and standard basketball-wise, academically, socially, etc. You are

going to have to work and no one is just going to hand anything

over to you.

_______________________________________________________

from the ROY WILLIAMS STORY…

Sometimes in meeting coaches, we were thrown right into the fire

and didn’t have that nervous period of anticipation time. In this

case, things worked out beautifully. We waited for about 10 minutes

in the office alone before a nearby door opened and Coach Williams

emerged.

_______________________________________________________

from the GENE KEADY STORY…

Informing us that we were the first strangers that he had ever

invited into his home, he also let us know that his wife was in the

back bedroom with a .38 revolver under her pillow just in case.

We think he was kidding, but we weren’t completely certain at that

moment. Remembering his intimidating demeanor on the sidelines,

Coach Keady was the exact opposite, nothing short of extremely

kind for the entire two-hour conversation.

_______________________________________________________

from the TOM IZZO INTERVIEW…

Izzo: I am not sure that I want to be patient because

I have a small window with my players. I have at most four years

with them, and a lot of times it determines the girl they marry and

the life they will live, by what you do in college and the image you

portray, and that is all in that little window. I always hear about

having patience, but patience is something I don’t know if I want

to have, I would rather have understanding. Everybody is going to

move at a different speed. But the venue I am in, with how long

you get to graduate, how long you get to become an NBA player,

how long you get to win a national championship, how long you

get to set your footprint in the sand here, that doesn’t have any

patience, so how can I?



Colt

Lina Smith asked:


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Established in 1933, the Southeastern Conference has boosted an incredible number of championship teams and athletes. When it comes to athletic success, SEC Basketball has led the way in the conference for years. Indeed, SEC basketball is comprised of some of the most successful teams in the United States.

 

The SEC basketball teams (that have enjoyed nationwide success) are from the following universities that make up the conference:

 

l Alabama

 

l Arkansas

 

l Auburn

 

l Florida

 

l Georgia

 

l Kentucky

 

l LSU

 

l Ole Miss

 

l Mississippi State

 

l South Carolina

 

l Tennessee – M

 

l Tennessee – W

 

l Vanderbilt

 

Most recently, six men’s Southeastern Conference basketball teams were invited to play in the 2008 NCAA Tournament. SEC basketball has racked up solid success at the men’s national tournament. For example, the conference’s basketball teams have reached the NCAA Sweet Sixteen for the last 19 years. It is rare for an intercollegiate conference to enjoy this level of success.

 

Not only are men’s SEC basketball teams enjoying amazing success but women’s teams are at the top of the list nationally as well. Five women’s Southeastern Conference basketball teams were invited to the 2008 NCAA Tournament. Two of those teams reached the final four. And, in 2007 and 2008, the national champion in women’s basketball was a SEC basketball team – Tennessee.

 

In addition to NCAA championship success the SEC basketball program also has obtained a number of significant records. For example, the conference is the only one in the country to have all of its teams ranked in the Associated Press Top 25 since 2000. Other important records have also been set by SEC basketball.

 

As is the case in recent years, a good percentage of the SEC basketball teams are ranked in the top 25 by the NCAA. Moreover, a good number of the conference’s basketball players are also ranked amongst the top collegiate players in the United States today. (As an aside, a notable number of SEC basketball players end up being recruited by professional teams when their college days come to an end.)

 

The SEC basketball programs at the universities of the conference all adhere to a long established mission statement:

 

"The purpose of the Southeastern Conference is to assist its member institutions in the maintenance of programs of intercollegiate athletics which are compatible with the highest standards of education and competitive sports."

 

Not only have SEC basketball athletes excelled on the court but they have performed dynamically in the academic arena as well. Indeed, a good percentage of both the men’s and women’s conference basketball teams have garnered academic as well as athletic recognition and honors. As the mission statement of the conference sets forth, a strong commitment is made to ensure that student athletes enjoy success both on the court and in the classroom.

 

Analysts predict that SEC basketball will remain at the top of the game into the future. In fact, these experts believe that the conference’s men’s and women’s teams should continue to garner top slots in the NCAA Tournament well into the coming decade.

 



Max

Best asked:


im really tall and i want to get better at basketball. i dont really play and i dont wanna get embarrassed before tryouts.

Darwin

Aaron asked:


I am on the varsity basketball in my pretty large town, but am not good enough to play college. How can i become a coach?

Tyquan