Well, we’ve got our 2019 NCAA National Champions… For the men – Virginia Cavaliers! Who took home the title winning 85 – 77 in a thrilling OT game. For the women – Baylor Bears! Another great game with Baylor sneaking by with an 82 – 81 victory. If you’re only my email list (and you should be), you’ll see that […]
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The shooting guard could be the most famous position in basketball.
It’s a position that has been filled by many legendary basketball players including the greatest player of all time (MJ) and The Mamba (Kobe).
And it’s well known as a “scoring” position.
The player in this role is expected to knock down three-point shots, have the ability to pull up from midrange if necessary, and also be able to drive to the hoop and score.
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There are few things more enjoyable than watching a well-executed motion offense. The basketball zips quickly around the perimeter, players are constantly cutting and screening for each other, and the team always seems to find a wide open shot. It’s beautiful basketball. But an offense like this doesn’t ‘just happen’… Especially if your method is simply finding 7 better-than-average […]
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Basketball is a competitive sport.
Every day there are millions of players attempting to improve their basketball skills.
This could be to improve their minutes on the court, to make the local HS team, or simply score more points while mucking around with friends.
If you want to learn how to get better at basketball, this 10-step guide is for you.
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Every great basketball coach focuses on footwork.
Effective footwork will prevent players from silly violations, allow them to create space and get past defenders, set them up to shoot on balance, let them dominate the post, and more…
It’s very important.
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The best guards in basketball are highly skilled in specific areas of the game.
They’re able to shoot from outside at a high percentage (midrange and three-pointers), they can beat any opponent with their dribble, and they can finish at the basket.
Here are 10 basketball drills for guards that will improve these important skills.
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