Basketball

By Kerry Winans

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A team that passes well is very difficult to defend. A good passing team can move the ball effectively and present easy opportunities for scoring. In order to be a good passer, it is important to understand the fundamentals of passing. This ... more »

How to Throw an Alley-Oop Pass in Basketball

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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This is an acquired skill with a fantastic finish. The alley-oop is all about timing and eye contact... more »

How to Buy a Portable Basketball Standard as a Gift

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Basketball is a favorite game played in driveways across the continent. A portable basketball standard allows the game to be played elsewhere if needed... more »

How to Do Streetball Tricks

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Streetball is a game filled with trash talking and showmanship. Players with flashy nicknames and impressive skills play it on urban playground b-ball courts and in gyms. A popular sneaker company has a televised tour on a well-known cable sports ... more »

How to Find Sports Leagues

By forrestfsu

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Ever notice how complicated it might be to find sports leagues? This article will tell you exactly how you can find sports and recreation within your area... more »

How to Improve at Dribbling a Basketball

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It is important for any basketball player to be able to dribble the ball when the have to. If a player cannot dribble the ball, their team will pay the price, maybe at the worst possible time. There are simple drills that only require a ... more »

How to Install a Basketball Goal on an Existing Structure

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Practice your moves at home with your own basketball goal. You can install one on an existing structure, such as a garage, quickly and inexpensively. Here's how... more »

How to Join an Adult Sports League

By maggiemm12

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Want to know how to get onto a sports team this season? Are you without a whole team and still want to play? Do you already have a whole team and nowhere to settle? Playing in recreational is a blast and a great way to meet new people. Follow ... more »

How to Know Your Team Won’t Last in the NCAA Tournament

By Zach Chouteau

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It’s easy spotting the teams ready and able to make a long run in the Big Dance—winning streaks, big-name coaches and jerseys reading ‘Duke’ and ‘UCLA’ are usually some of the good omens. Here’s how to tell when NOT to count on your school to cut ... more »

How to Play Horse in Basketball

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Basketball is a game of artistry and creativity. Nothing epitomizes this more than the game of Horse. At its core it is a game of one upmanship, where difficult and sometime next to impossible shots are used to eliminate the competition from play... more »

How to Run a Basketball Offense: Pick and Roll

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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This is a logical extension of the pick or screen. It requires the picker to follow the ball handler... more »

How to Run a Basketball Offense: Post Interchange

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This offense is an example of "posting up" ' putting the big players underneath the basket and using their height for advantage... more »

How to shoot a jump shot

By starburst1233

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in this article you will be learning the art of the perfect jumpshot. don't worry i will take you through each step to help you perfect that jumpshot of yours... more »

How to Follow Men's College Basketball

By Michael Motta

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College basketball has soared to great heights during my lifetime. Even recruiting is televised now and written about endlessly. I think that the star power of the 1979 Championship game pitting Earvin "Magic" Johnson's Michigan State Spartans ... more »

How to get better at basketball

By DrDanny

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Do you want to be incredible at basketball? Make in any shot you want whenevr you want to? Well then, read this article!.. more »

How to Get Recruited By a College or University

By maggiedangel

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The college athletics game is big business. Colleges and universities are looking for quality student-athletes that can help them in their pursuit of championships in exchange for a quality education. Coaches are limited in their time to recruit ... more »

How to Jump Higher: Plyometric Depth Jump

By Garrett Valdivia

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Depth jumping is a very basic exercise that is fantastic for beginners who are learning how to jump higher. It's a basic plyometric exercise that can increase vertical leap and can be done a multitude of ways. Remember to start small and not to ... more »

How to Organize a Youth Travel Team League

By Kerry Winans

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Youth basketball participation and level of play is increasing every year. It is especially growing as it relates to high school feeder teams. In most cases, these teams play in several tournaments throughout the season. These tournaments can be ... more »

How to Play Shooting Guard Like Reggie Miller

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Reggie Miller was the consummate shooting guard. He ended his career as the NBA's all time leader in made three point shots. He was not an exceptional athlete and he was not a big muscular guy, he was tall and skinny, but he got the job done more ... more »

How to Run a Basketball Offense: Fast Break

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These are the plays that destroy the morale of opposing teams while heightening yours. They also frustrate the heck out of your coach when you screw them up. The idea is simple: Get to your basket fast... more »

How to shoot a 3 pointer

By lilnp

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step 1. bend your knees step 2.put your your right hand on bottom and left hand on top step 3. jump short step 4. shoot the ball lightly... more »

How to Shoot a Bank Shot in Basketball

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If you can add a bank shot to your basketball repertoire, it could be the difference between being a good offensive player and a great offensive player. Shooting a bank shot in basketball is easy to learn and can become a part of your game before ... more »

How to Steal home on a bad pitch

By tommy311

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First you need to be on third base. Next you will need to get your legs ready to charge the plate. Finally when it is a bad pitch you run at full speed home and slide.. more »

How to Tryout for the NBA D-League

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If you want to play professional basketball, trying out for the NBA D-League is a good place to start. The NBA D-League is a step below the NBA, but NBA teams look at this league for prospective players. By following these steps, you can tryout ... more »

How to Become a Better Basketball Player

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Becoming a better basketball player involves more than just exercise and practice. It takes attention to the sport specific skills that enables a basketball player to excel. There are specific regimens and techniques that can develop a good ... more »

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