Basketball

17th February 2008
Coaching Basketball 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 wher...

01st July 2006
Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the world today. It is the dream of every student to find his or her name on a reputable College Basketball team. However, Basketball college recruiting is done through a guided procedure. Only those with sp...

15th November 2007
Figure 8 Basketball DrillThis is actually easier to do than to explain but I'll give it my best effort. Make sure that you spread your legs apart and bend at the waist. Put the ball through your legs, around one leg, back through your legs, and around you...

12th February 2006
Our church has an organized basketball program managed and coached by Doug White (not to be confused by our pastor who also has the same name). Recently, I asked Doug why he was so passionate about the sport of basketball, and what does basketball have t...

01st September 2006
Ever since the invention of the game Basketball in 1891, it has developed to become a truly international sport. It is among the few professional sports in which the women has grown in tandem with the men. Originally a sport of the American origin it has ...

15th November 2007
I'm writing this article out of frustration on my part. Having played basketball at a high level, there is nothing I enjoy more than playing with people who understand the game of basketball. I HATE driving to the basket and running into my own player or ...

15th November 2007
"Ways basketball teams and players can improve on defense."Defense is something that is rarely kept in focus for younger players and teams suffer as a result. I've included some drills that I've used over the years and hopefully they can help you understa...

25th March 2006
The lay-up is the most basic shot in basketball. Unfortunately, it does not get a lot of attention when people work on improving their overall game. In a time now where fundamentals are slowly being forgotten and replaced with fancy show-boating moves, pl...

09th April 2008
Fans can find latest sports News, such as football and basketball scores as well as current events on the sports web sites. There is a long list of sports news sites. Now, people or sport lovers do not have to press buttons of TV remote to find out the va...

24th October 2005
What stands out most in the minds of basketball fans around the world is the flashy T-Mac drive, spin and dunk or the fierce dunk over three defenders by Shaq, but it has been said that defense wins games. The Detroit Pistons of recent times were ...

06th November 2007
The landscape of high school basketball is changing. The up and coming power is AAU basketball. Why do I say this? Because it's true. High school basketball is not the same anymore. It use to be a big deal to play on your high school team but that time ...

16th April 2008
Basketball was invented in December 1891 by the Canadian clergyman and a physician Mr. James Naismith. He introduced the game when he was an instructor at the Y.M.C.A Training School (now Springfield College) in Springfield, Massachusetts. Upon request fr...

16th April 2008
Basketball was invented in December 1891 by the Canadian clergyman and a physician Mr. James Naismith. He introduced the game when he was an instructor at the Y.M.C.A Training School (now Springfield College) in Springfield, Massachusetts. Upon request fr...

04th May 2007
The Canadian, Dr. James Naismith, a physical education instructor, while at the YMCA Training School in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA, invented the game of basketball, in 1891. The following year, in 1892, he put together the rules of the game, and the ...

02nd April 2008
March Madness begins to unfold as sports bettors make their picks for the 2007-2008 NCAA College Basketball Tournament. At this early stage, it's hard to figure out which college basketball team will come out on top in the NCAA tournament. Sports bett...

11th October 2007
Basketball the ever popular sport came into being in 1891. Designed by Dr. James Naismith, the game of basketball keeps players fit and can be played indoors when weather prevents outdoor sports.A popular sport in schools and college basketball is now pla...

15th November 2007
I'm working with Legendary Coach Rick Majerus one day on a drill and out of nowhere a ball flies in and hits me on the side of the face. I didn't know where it came from at the time. I shook it off and kept going. 3 minutes later another ball comes in fro...

10th April 2007
NBA Basketball Playoffs Rundown by: Jimmy Boyd - Touthouse.com With the month of March being dominated by college hoops, it's easy to lose sight of what's going on in the big leagues of basketball. With roughly two weeks remaining in the NBA ...

11th May 2008
The game of basketball has wide appeal among all ages. A pick-up game at the park is a common occurrence all over the world. With the right equipment, you can play a fun game of basketball by yourself or a challenging game with your friends. Teach your...

15th November 2007
I don't hide the fact that I played the guard positions and that I am more knowledgeable in the area of guard play. But I've played with enough great players and coaches to have learned what it takes to be a good post player. I'm going to share with you s...

17th January 2007
In-season basketball strength training workouts keep players strong during the grueling game season. Basketball is a game of jumping and landing, twisting and catching, pivoting and even falling. But it is an exuberant game. It's thrilling to watch ...

02nd March 2007
It is March again and for basketball fans it means just one thing: March Madness! The collegiate tradition is upon us. Many will continue to watch, even if their team has been eliminated just for the drama and excitement. This leads to great highlights...

20th November 2006
101 Tips for Youth Basketball Coaches, is available from http://HelpWith1Life.home.comcast.net/1013.html. You've signed up to be a youth basketball coach in your local community. You have experience playing basketball and believe that you can help deve...

01st December 2006
Fundamentals movements are sometimes called the basics of basketball; they are essential tools for each player to learn. Each Player need to learn to move effectively and also efficiently. The Players need to conserve time and space and reduc...

07th November 2007
With so many drills and different ways to pratice to improve your game, you could very easily get confused and frustratedtrying to compile a perfect pratice plan. One of the main components I havealways stressed with all my private basketball clients, whe...

07th December 2005
On any given day, all around the world, people are playing basketball. Today, basketball rates as one of the all-time most popular sports worldwide. Basketball tournaments are played out between players of all age groups from little five and six year olds...