7 Ways to Improve your Basketball IQ
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Improve your Basketball IQ [/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_single_image image="9525"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner el_class="align-left-p"][vc_column_text]Being a complete basketball player is about more than just how high you can jump and how sweet your jump shot is. Sure, those attributes will help and probably make you incredibly valuable to your coach and teammates. However, there are plenty of players in the NBA who may not be the most talented in terms of skills or natural size, but they make up for it with an incredibly high basketball IQ.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] Take a look at guys like Steve Nash and Manu Ginobili, who both seem to always know the right play to make when the time calls for it. Or aging superstars like Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan, who are able to still dominate, even though they are fighting against time. It’s players like this who prove that your basketball IQ is equally as important as any other part of your basketball game. Here are 7 tips for how to increase your basketball IQ, so that you can be a general on the floor and always know the best move to help your team.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] # 1 Develop A High Level Of Attention One of the most helpful parts for gaining more of a basketball IQ is going to be how much attention you can pay to the details on the court. To the average fan, a basketball game might just be five guys on two different teams, running up and down trying to put the ball in the other's basket. But to a knowledgeably basketball player, the game is like a chess match. Each move, every play and all of the elements that go into each possession are a chance to take advantage of your opponent.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_empty_space height="75px"][vc_raw_js]JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyJTJGJTJGcGFnZWFkMi5nb29nbGVzeW5kaWNhdGlvbi5jb20lMkZwYWdlYWQlMkZqcyUyRmFkc2J5Z29vZ2xlLmpzJTIyJTIwYXN5bmMlM0QlMjIlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZzY3JpcHQlM0UlM0MlMjEtLSUyMGJhc2tldGJhbGwlMjBpYSUyMC0tJTNFJTIwJTNDaW5zJTIwY2xhc3MlM0QlMjJhZHNieWdvb2dsZSUyMiUyMHN0eWxlJTNEJTIyZGlzcGxheSUzQSUyMGlubGluZS1ibG9jayUzQiUyMHdpZHRoJTNBJTIwMjAwcHglM0IlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0ElMjAyMDBweCUzQiUyMiUyMGRhdGEtYWQtY2xpZW50JTNEJTIyY2EtcHViLTcxODc1ODEwODc1NzU1MzklMjIlMjBkYXRhLWFkLXNsb3QlM0QlMjIxNzE3MzUyMDAxJTIyJTNFJTNDJTJGaW5zJTNFJTNDc2NyaXB0JTNFJTJGJTJGJTIwJTNDJTIwJTIxJTVCQ0RBVEElNUIlMEElMjhhZHNieWdvb2dsZSUyMCUzRCUyMHdpbmRvdy5hZHNieWdvb2dsZSUyMCU3QyU3QyUyMCU1QiU1RCUyOS5wdXNoJTI4JTdCJTdEJTI5JTNCJTBBJTJGJTJGJTIwJTVEJTVEJTNFJTNDJTJGc2NyaXB0JTNF[/vc_raw_js][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]How to develop a higher…
How to play Syracuse’s 2-3 Zone Defense
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Playing Syracuse's 2-3 Zone Defense Effectively Written By Lamar Hull @ Google+ Have you ever wonder how to play 2-3 zone effectively? You should learn from the team that does it the best![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Jim Boeheim has built the Syracuse Orange to be one of the most powerful and prolific teams in college basketball. In 2014, the Orange moved from the Big East to the ACC and had their best start in school history with a 25-game win streak. Boeheim is also a National Champion and one of only three coaches to reach 900 career wins during his career. How does he do it? He implements a stifling 2-3 zone defense that closes in and makes opposing teams feel flustered and claustrophobic. A solid 2-3 defense can really throw off an opposing team and slow down the pace of the game. Here is a look at what makes Syracuse's 2-3 zone so effective, how to implement it and also what it takes to beat it.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] What Is The 2-3 Zone Defense? The 2-3 zone defense is one of the most popular and common setups for teams on defense. It consists of a defense where each player is assigned to a zone, and then they have to move accordingly to where the offense sets up and where the ball is on the court.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_empty_space][vc_raw_js]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[/vc_raw_js][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Step 1: To set up their 2-3 zone defense, Syracuse will send two guards to the top of the key and position themselves at each elbow. If you imagine cutting the court in half, down the middle, then each guard is in charge of everything in that area, as well as what is above the free-throw line. One of the guards covers zone 1 The other guard covers zone 2 Note: If the ball is…
5 Basketball Coaching Philosophies
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Top 5 Basketball Coaching Philosophies [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Written By Lamar Hull @ Google+ Basketball Coaching Philosophies Are you coaching basketball, whether it is youth basketball, high school basketball or just for fun? If you said yes to this question, then my next question is what is your coaching philosophy? [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Whether you are coaching youth, collegiate, or professional players, you will develop your own basketball philosophy so that you can motivate your players on your team. After all, you must know that not one coaching style is going to work in every situation and every new player that comes onto your team is likely going to require you to adapt to the talent he or she has on the court. Here is a look at some of those basketball coaching philosophies and how you can implement them with your team and your practice plan. Keep in mind that your team may change over time, which will require you to adapt as well. But if you’re able to do so, you’re going to give your team a chance to be winners on and off the court.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] #1 Fundamental Philosophy Whether it’s LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant or any other NBA superstar, they all played youth basketball at some point. For parents and coaches, basketball leagues are great to keep your kid active and interested in teamwork and sports. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_empty_space][vc_raw_js]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[/vc_raw_js][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The fundamental coaching philosophy consists of teaching basic basketball fundamentals such as shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding and etc. If your players learn and understand the proper shooting fundamentals, your team will be a good shooting team no matter what offense you run. The fundamentals of shooting include proper footwork, position, follow-through, and so on. This coaching philosophy is for coaches who have a younger team and loves "attention to…
5 Step by Step Fun Basketball Drills for Kids
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Make Basketball fun for Kids with 5 step by step basketball drills Written By: Lamar Hull @ Google+[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="20px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Even the best basketball players in the world started out with just a few fundamental basketball drills that helped turn them into the athletes that they are today. Whether you are a coach that is looking to make your team better, or an individual player who is looking to fine-tune your game on your own, there are plenty of basketball drills that you can do to make your game that much better. Here are five fun basketball drills that every kid will enjoy that will also help them get better at the game as well. When I was young kid, these were some of the drills that I used to help me develop my game when I didn't have any guidance. These drills have definitely been developed since then and you can find similar drills or more advanced drills that will help you develop your game.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="7/12"][vc_column_text] Warm Up Ball Handling Drill Before you can run, you have to learn to walk. And before you do either, you’ll need to learn to dribble the ball and become a better ball handler. A great set of basketball drills for kids can begin with effective ball handling to strengthen their finger tips, forearms and coordination, which are all important aspects of dribbling. In each drill, a player will keep their feet stationary and their head up, while they practice a variety of different ball handling moves.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/12"][vc_empty_space height="35px"][vc_raw_js]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[/vc_raw_js][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_column_text]• You can start by circling the ball around your head, body and legs to warm up your arms and legs. This simply requires you to take the ball and circle it around the body. As you get lower, you need to keep your head up…
Basketball Training Equipment for Kids
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Best Basketball Training Aid & Equipment for Kids Written By: Lamar Hull @ Google+[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If your child wants to become a complete basketball player, they need to start training early. Early training is crucial to building strength, agility, and increasing performance. I'm a big believer of practice, practice, practice and if you can have some help along the way, then as a player utilize the resources around you. Now parents, let's talk about some of the different products that will help your child train for basketball. There are lots of products on the market that will really help with your child's development.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Personally, I may be a little bias on these products because I have used them and they have worked amazingly. However, the following products have been very highly rated and recommended as well. Also, there are tons of other basketball resources for players that will help them develop their skills. My goal is to provide you with the most inexpensive basketball training tools out there, so your child has the opportunity to utilize these great tools to improve their game at a young age.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="7/12"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The first product that I want to talk about is the Lifetime Hoop Shooting Basketball return, which is an inexpensive tool for basketball beginners. The basketball hoop return attaches onto the rim of the basketball hoop. It sends the ball right back to you so you don't have to chase after the ball. It is a great tool for helping to develop a perfect shot without wasting energy. Some of the benefits of this product are: you can adjust the hoop for angled shots, it snaps right onto the rim, it is easy to attach, and it is made of tough plastic so it can withstand hard shots. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/12"][vc_empty_space height="40px"][vc_raw_js]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[/vc_raw_js][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The Hoop Chute was…
Coaching Basketball for the First Time
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Guide to Coaching Youth Basketball for the First Time Written By: Lamar Hull @ Google+ [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you are coaching youth basketball for the first time, don't panic if you lack the coaching experience or basketball knowledge. Young kids aren't into X's and O's. They want to have fun while learning the basics of the game. If the kids are younger than eight, most likely they haven't become serious about playing basketball yet, so during the colder months, parents want their child to stay active, therefore indoor basketball provides the perfect opportunity. Most kids beg their parents to play basketball in order to build friendships and have fun. So, don't push them too hard. You don't have to be loud, commanding and competitive in order to be a good youth basketball coach. Kids hate to be yelled at and they are more interested in having a good time than winning. Playing with success is important but it shouldn't overshadow everything else that is enjoyable about the game of basketball.I just finished coaching my daughters 6 and under team and I'm sure you can imagine how chaotic that was. I didn't spend a lot of time coaching. I taught the kids how to follow through on their shot, make a chest and bounce pass, play their spots on defense and that was pretty much it. Again, these kids were there to burn some energy, play with their friends and learn very basic basketball skills. Keeping their attention more than 2 seconds was difficult. Don't worry, I coach a 12 and under basketball team as well and it is sometimes challenging to maintain their attention for long periods of time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="7/12"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] When coaching young kids, keep a light atmosphere. Make practice a fun place to be so that the kids will want to…
Free Throw Trainer: Improve your free throw shooting
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Free Throw Trainer will Improve Shot Accuracy Written By: Coach Al HeystekThe Original - Made in the USA - “Nothin’ But Net”Free Throw Trainer ™Invented By: Coach Al Heystek Free throws really matter, that is why I created the Free Throw Trainer! Don't you agree? How many games are decided by a few free throws? I have seen players shot 80% from the free throw line, the game is on the line, the crowd is screaming and they miss. There are tons of basketball tips for shooting free throws, but have you ever heard of the Free Throw Trainer? It was on the 5th of February that I watched the Miami Heat and the LA Clippers play on national TV. It featured high-flying dunks, blocks and also some incredible long-range shooting. Blake Griffin played an amazing game scoring 43 points, but his team loss to the Heat, 116-112. There are always lots of reasons teams lose, but assessing free throw misses is often overlooked as a major factor in losing games. Again, Griffin played a spectacular game, yet he missed 7 free throws. If he had made 4 out of the 7 free throws that he missed, we would have had a tie game. Make 5 of those misses and LA may have won. Free throws matter and sometimes there is a cost from throwing away free throws. The experts say that most of a winning team’s points in the last minute usually come from the free throw line. In spite of that fact, headlines feature amazing dunks, 3 point shooting, fancy passing, which are all important parts of the game, and yet free throw shooting is frequently nothing more than an after thought in post game commentaries. Those of us who created and continue to support the…
Finding Basketball Coaching Opportunities
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How To Find Basketball Coaching Opportunities Written By: Lamar Hull @ Google+[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="10778" img_size="full" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Have you ever thought about becoming a basketball coach? Former high school and college basketball players often dream of pursuing basketball coaching jobs as a professional career. Other men and women are simply content to coach basketball at a local, non-professional level. If you are a former basketball player or a parent interested in helping out with your child’s team their are a lot of opportunities. Basketball is one of the most popular sports around the globe, and there is always a need for coaches. Church groups, intramural teams, kid’s teams, local youth basketball programs and so forth are always looking for coaches to help their teams sharpen their skills. Here are a few tips for the aspiring basketball coach.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Learning And Dedication Coaching is fun if you are good at what you do and you have a passion for it. If you don’t know the basketball basics, rules and fundamentals, and you don’t really know the game well, coaching a basketball team isn't probably the best idea. Unless you are a passionate teacher and you are willing to put the time in to learn the game. If you are a parent, you can always be your child's biggest supporter. On the other hand, keep in mind that coaches are not born with an intrinsic gift for coaching. Great coaches learn and develop their skills through hard work, dedication, and experience. The first prerequisite is to understand the game of basketball at least at an intermediate level. This also depends on what level you decide to coach at. You also need to know and understand basic basketball rules. Learning how to run an offensive or defensive play is easy! Great coaches don't only…
How to shoot a Basketball Floater, Tear Drop or Runner
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] One of the Toughest Basketball Shots to Master: Floater, Tear Drop or Runner Written By: Lamar Hull @ Inspirational Basketball AND Google+[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="30px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="9227" img_size="full" alignment="center"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]How many players can say they mastered the basketball floater, tear drop or runner? I would say not too many. When I say mastered, I mean you know how to consistently make these type of one-handed shots contested by bigger players. I'm small so I had to make this basketball move a part of my offensive repertoire. It took me years to feel comfortable with shooting a floater in the game. It takes a lot timing, concentration, balance and touch. The floater is arguably one of the best shots to take in basketball. You know why? It's hard to stop!! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Do You Want a Shooting Workout that will HELP you Become a GREAT Shooter? Yes! I Want Access [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1521447175097{margin-top: 30px !important;}"]Commonly known as the "tear drop" shot, this is a high arcing shot taken by the offensive player. The goal of the floater is to shoot a high arcing shot over a taller or longer defender. The reason for this is because some defenders have made shot blocking a huge part of their game and they do it well. Imagine if you had to go up against Dwight Howard, do you think you could get all the way to the rim, in traffic, without him blocking your shot? [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_raw_js]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[/vc_raw_js][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_column_text]Maybe, but it will be very challenging! He has a 10 ft wing span and can jump out of the sky, therefore it makes it difficult for you to get to the basket as he is protecting the paint. This is were the floater, runner or tear drop comes in. This shot has developed several names, but you…
Example Basketball Practice Schedule and Plan
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sample Basketball Practice Template Written By: Lamar Hull @ Inspirational Basketball AND Google+ [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Should you plan a youth basketball practice? You absolutely should, because what I have learned from coaching young kids is that they need a little bit of structure that will help them get better and truly learn how to play the game the right way. Playing the right way means, playing as a team. The next step is how you plan to structure your youth basketball practice schedule. Also, how productive, competitive, and fun you make your basketball practices can make a big difference in how your team competes in the game.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Depending on what level you are coaching, you have to walk through a lot of your sets. All the great coaches spend time walking through their defensive and offensive sets. You don't want to speed things up for a young team because they won't actually get the true value of basketball fundamentals within a team environment. Even if you have a highly talented team that is winning most of their games, or maybe your team hasn’t won any games yet, coaches must ensure that every practice session is well-planned and productive. Before each practice, analyze how your team played in their previous game and focus on the things that your team struggles with and are good at. For example, if they average a lot of turnovers, focus on passing, if they struggle with defensive rebounds, focus on rebounding. Whatever it is, make it a habit to work on those things. Also, work on your teams strengths. It is best to have a stat keeper for each game, so as a coach you can provide real insight to what the team is doing in game situations. So, here are a few steps to help you with…