5 Lessons from Kobe Bryant’s Life
I’ll never forget where I was when I first read Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash.
It was 10pm.
I was in an AirBnB in Bucharest, Romania.
I had finished some light reading, and I was just about to shut off the lights and go to sleep.
Deciding to check my phone one last time, I opened the Twitter app.
The following was at the top of my feed:
“NBA Superstar Kobe Bryant Dies in a Helicopter Crash”
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Who is John Wooden? 10x NCAA National Championship Coach
John Wooden is the greatest basketball coach of all time.
He led UCLA to 10 NCAA national championships (including 7 in a row), won NCAA College Basketball Coach of the Year 6 times, and coached an 88-game winning streak.
But it’s not just his on-court accomplishments that leave us in awe…
Through many books, stories, and speeches, he’s shared important life lessons that have inspired millions of people across the world.
In this article, I’ll share his story.
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100 Basketball Books to Read Before You Die
The following basketball books can teach you leadership skills, give you insight into what life was like in the 60’s and 70’s, challenge you to think about everything differently, or can simply provide you with hours of entertainment on a lazy Sunday afternoon.
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The 5 Best Basketball Stats Apps on the Market (Full Reviews)
Tracking basketball statistics can help coaches in many ways. Most importantly, it gives you hard data to back up your claims. Instead of simply telling your team “we didn’t fight hard enough on the boards” after the game, you’ll be able to go to your team with real statistics that confirm your comments. Example: “They pulled down 38 rebounds […]
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Basketball Sizes Chart: What Size Ball Should a Player Use?
Different basketball sizes allow players to gradually progress as their bodies are developing and their strength is increasing.
If you’re a parent looking to purchase your child a basketball, make sure you get the most appropriate size depending on their age.
It’s important for their development.
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Why Parents Must Stop Coaching From The Sidelines
Most parents sincerely believe they’re helping their child when they’re shouting out instructions from the sidelines.
But they’re not.
Here are 4 reasons why parents sideline coaching is hurting youth basketball.
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