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Basketball is typically played five-on-five on a full court or half court. Learn how to play basketball with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video series on basketball fundamentals.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Pick the final score in a pickup five-on-five basketball game. Start a five-on-five pickup basketball game with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Proper pickup basketball game etiquette calls for playing a game with people of the same skill level. Gain proper etiquette tips for joining a pickup basketball game from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Setting a pick in a basketball game gives a shooter an open shot. Lay down a basketball pick with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Basketball layups are an important part of winning a basketball game. Roll in basketball layups with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
A reverse layup in basketball can turn a game around. Learn more about reverse layups with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
The triple threat position in basketball allows for passing, shooting or driving to the basket. Set up the triple threat in a basketball game with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Shooting jump shots in a basketball game is a good way to beat the zone defense. Stroke basketball jump shots with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Breaking the press in a basketball game involves an offensive scheme that quickly penetrates the other team's defense. Dart through a defensive press in basketball easily with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Basketball has five player positions on the court during a game. Learn more about each basketball position with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Taking a charge during a basketball game is the ultimate defensive sacrifice. Turn around the complexion of a basketball game by learning how to take a charge with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
A basketball bounce pass is an effective way of getting the ball to a teammate. Use basketball bounce passes to get teammates involved with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
A basketball chest pass is most effective when the player steps into the pass. Find out more about basketball chest passes with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
The crossover dribble in basketball is one way of handling the ball. Prevent turnovers by learning the crossover dribble with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
The finger roll in basketball adds some flair to the normal layup. Discover the beauty of the finger roll with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
The finger spin is a fun trick to try in basketball. Mesmerize people by spinning a basketball on a finger with tips from a former semi-professional basketball player in this free video on basketball fundamentals.
Basketball was invented by Dr. James Naismith in 1891 in Springfield, Mass. It is no wonder the current basketball hall of fame is in the same location. Basketball is a very active sport that can be played indoors or outdoors. The indoor version is typically played in a gym on hardwood floors. Outdoor games are played on concrete courts. Basketball fundamentals include shooting, passing and dribbling the ball. Scoring is accumulated one point at a time at the free throw line, two points with jump shots and layups, and three points from beyond the arc or three-point line. Defensive schemes include the zone defense and pressing defense. In this free video series on how to play basketball, a former semi-professional basketball player explains fundamentals of this fun game. He discusses how to keep score in a five-on-five game, pickup game etiquette, make layups and set a pick. He also talks about how to make a jump shot, break the defensive press and how to take a charge. Finally learn about bounce passes, chest passes and dribble. Two of the three most fundamental aspects of hoops.
Travis Corpening Travis Corpening has been playing basketball since the age of six. He played as a guard for Francis Marion University, and he moved on to play semiprofessional basketball for the Wilmington Sea Dawg's Premier Basketball League. He currently teaches the game of basketball to at-risk youths in his area.dkdk
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