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To be a successful basketball player, several skills, such as speed, agility and ball handling, must be mastered. Improve basketball skills with tips from a semi-professional basketball player in this free video series about basketball jump shots, layups and drills.
There are 30 videos in this series:
There are many ways to dunk a basketball; however, the fundamental rule when dunking the ball is to start jumping three to five feet before the basket. Practice dunking a basketball by restraining the urge to slam it with tips in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
To tomahawk dunk a basketball, bring the ball behind the head and slam the dunk into the basket with authority to avoid a foul. Find out how to start a tomahawk dunk in basketball with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Begin a 360 basketball dunk by practicing the footwork, dribbling the ball and jumping four feet before the basket. Learn what leg to leap from when doing a 360 basketball dunk in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
To do a two-handed basketball dunk, jump with one leg and plant the ball in the basket with the opposite hand. Add variety to a two-handed basketball dunk by using the tomahawk style with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
To be recruited into a college basketball program, keep grades high, join a high school team and hone specific basketball skills to get the attention of scouts. Find out how to improve skills to get into a college basketball program with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Dunk a basketball into a 10 foot hoop by taking a running start, jumping four to five feet before the hoop and using one arm to slam the ball inside the rim. Practice basic footwork to dunk on a 10 foot basketball hoop in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
To dunk like Michael Jordan, master the two-handed dunk off of two feet, concentrate and tap the numbers on the back of the jersey after making the dunk. Learn to lean into the basket with the upper body to dunk like Michael Jordan in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
After honing skills and mastering drills, tryout for the NBA Development League by researching tryout dates and registration cost. Find out what NBA D-league teams are in your area with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
In basketball, build teamwork by playing games that focus on improving dribbling skills, layup shots and passing. Learn the rules of a four-person basketball game that will build teamwork with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
To improve circulation when exercising, minimize the build up of lactic acid in the muscles by getting massages and using hot tubs. Find out where to massage muscles to improve circulation with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Increase vertical leaps in basketball by doing calf raise exercises until the muscles start to burn. Learn how many repetitions of calf raise exercises to do for increased height in a vertical leap with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
A jump ball begins a game of basketball by assembling the players in a half circle on the court and waiting for the ball to leave the referee's hand. Find out the rules of a jump ball shot in basketball with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Some tips for getting into shape for basketball include having the proper workout attire, running laps and mastering simple basketball drills. Try some simple exercises, such as suicide drills, to get in shape with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Build speed and agility in basketball players by having the team run back and forth across the court and tap certain lines. Time players to make sure their speed and agility is improving with help from a semiprofessional basketball player in this free video.
The most important muscles to build for basketball include quads, calf, hamstrings and triceps muscles. Learn why these muscles are important when playing basketball in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
When doing a reverse 360 layup shot in basketball, run down the court, jump into the air, spin body around and move the basketball into the opposite hand. Slam a basketball 360 reverse layup with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
To do an alternate jab shot in basketball, position the ball in a triple threat position, and use the right foot to make space against the opponent. Fake out a defensive man in basketball by mastering an alternate jab shot with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
A cross dribble into a fade away is a basketball combination move that involves mastering the crossover dribble, spinning, jumping and releasing the ball into the basket. Master a basketball crossover dribble into a fade way with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
The basketball turnaround fade away is a jump shot where the player pivots on the right or left foot to avoid an opponent's block. Learn to lean into a turnaround fade away jump shot in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
The reverse layup in basketball is a great shot to use when the defense is playing low, and to master the reverse layup, make sure to know where the opposing team members are. Learn to interchange hands while doing the basketball reverse layup in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Begin a pump fake jump shot by catching the ball at the chest and faking out the opposite team by pretending to throw the ball. Practice footwork to slam a pump fake jump shot in basketball with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
A three-point shot in basketball begins with the proper footwork, which is done by catching the ball, stepping and jumping with the alternate foot. Follow through after throwing a three-point shot with help in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
The between-the-legs spin move is used to fake out a defender, and when doing this basketball combination move, alternate the ball between the left and right hand. Learn to shoot between-the-legs layups to deceive defenders with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
The step back jump shot in basketball is done by brushing shoulders with a defender to get them to retreat and then charging the basket to shoot and score. Fake out a defender with the basketball step back jump shot in this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
A basic basketball tap drill is done by bouncing the ball with one hand, and by changing the speed and height of the ball's bounce, improve basketball handling skills. Master tap drills to increase basketball handling skills with this free video from a semiprofessional basketball player.
Basketball, b-ball, hoops. These are all names for one of the most popular games in America: basketball. Whether it’s professional play in the NBA, college games, the local high school team, or a friendly round of one-on-one round, basketball is exciting and fast-paced, pitting player against player and skill against skill. Having strong fundamentals like dribbling, passing, and shooting are the keys to the success of any aspiring player or team. Though flashy dunks, trick shots and off the wall dribbling antics are fun to watch and have their place, they often create a “superstar” mentality that ultimately hurts the team if not put in check. What makes basketball great is the combination of individual talent and team strategy, producing a match that’s sure to keep spectators on edge. In this free video series, get some general tips for improving basketball skills. Travis Corpening is a semi-professional basketball player. He discusses how to do various dunk shots in basketball. Master the tomahawk dunk, 360 dunk, two-handed dunk, reverse layup dunk and many more. Also, get fitness tips to keep in shape while playing basketball. Find out how to use drills in basketball practice. Discover ways to improve basketball handling abilities as well. Corpening even discusses how to get into a college basketball program or how to tryout for the NBA D-League. So, take a moment, and hone basketball skills today!
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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