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Prep boys basketball in Colorado a fundamentally flawed game (Denver Post, Mar. 6, 2011)
...But [coaches] all agree the lost art of basketball at the prep level begins with the basics, which too often aren't being taught well enough or are simply ignored... “You'd be surprised at how many kids don't have [basic skills]," longtime East boys coach Rudy Carey said... Mostly gone are the days when a player works on specifics of his or her game in the offseason and comes to a new season a more well-rounded player...
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Overhead and Step-Around Passes
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at two special passes, the overhead pass and the step-around pass. The overhead pass is used to get the ball to a teammate who is located farther away than a simple chest or bounce pass can reach. The step-around pass is used when you are being closely guarded and you need to get the ball to a teammate.
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Modified Shooting for Smaller/Younger Players
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at a version of basic shooting technique that has been modified for the needs of smaller and younger players.
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Low Dribble
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we focus on one of the basic offensive basketball skills – the low dribble.
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Inside-out and Push-pull Dribbles
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at two dribbling movements, the inside-out dribble and the push-pull dribble. These two movements aren’t so much a dribbling skill as they are a ball handling exercise.
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Drop Step
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we're going to look at a basic low post scoring move called a drop step. When executed properly and quickly it can be very difficult to defend.
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Quadriceps and Hamstring Exercises
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsThe quadriceps (the muscles on the front of your thigh) are the most important muscles in sports. They determine how fast you run, how high you jump, and how hard you can push.
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Core Muscle Exercises
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsCore exercises train the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen to work in harmony. This leads to better balance and stability, whether on the playing field or in daily activities.
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Chest, Shoulder, and Triceps Exercises
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsThough biceps muscles get the most buzz, shooting and passing in basketball benefit most from strong triceps, shoulder and to a lesser extent chest muscles.
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Chest and Bounce Passes
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at the chest pass and the bounce pass. The chest pass is named based on where the pass starts - from your chest.
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Catching the Basketball
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at the skills necessary to properly catch a basketball. Yes, there’s a right way to catch a basketball.
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Breathing Technique
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at the fundamentals of breathing – specifically the best way to breathe when you’re engaged in strenuous, aerobic exercise like you would encounter in a basketball game or practice.
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Basic Shooting Technique
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video, we look at the basics of shooting form. There are lots of things to remember, so take your time, don't rush, and practice, practice, practice.
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Shoe Maintenance
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at the most fundamental skill in basketball – taking care of your shoes.
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Basic Running Technique
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at the fundamentals of running. The goal will be to make you a more efficient and effective runner on the basketball court.
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Jumping Technique
Posted on October 5, 2011 | No CommentsIn this video we look at the fundamentals of jumping. We look at the basic body movement required to get as much out of your jump as possible and then we look at timing your jump.