When it comes to basketball, size isn’t everything. For undersized point guards, mastering specific skills and habits can not only level the playing field but also make them truly unstoppable. Jalen Brunson is a perfect example of how an undersized guard can dominate through skill, strategy, and intelligence. Let’s dive into five essential habits that … Read more
Most basketball players believe that controlling game pace is solely the point guard’s responsibility. However, every player on the court can influence tempo, regardless of position. Whether you’re a shooting guard, forward, or center, your actions directly impact how fast or slow your team plays. This guide reveals practical strategies for non-point guards to effectively … Read more
I recently wrote an article about basketball strength training for newbies. Many loyal readers liked it, but some of you asked me for something a little more advanced than a bunch of body weight exercises. My response to these youngsters went something like this: “I know you want to do heavy bench presses and squats, … Read more
Spring is the best time of the year for basketball fans. After March Madness, the NBA playoffs kick off, creating a three-month stretch of intense, high-octane basketball. Perhaps the only thing better than playoff basketball is more playoff basketball, which is why overtime is so thrilling for all fans. Who doesn’t love a few extra minutes of … Read more
Professional basketball aspirants and athletes may initially be sceptical about taking up private basketball coaching. Melbourne-based players, however, should understand that every famous basketball superstar most likely had the same reservations when the same idea was pitched to them. While hard work and talent are definitely factors in their success, those very same basketball superstars … Read more
Picks in basketball are an invaluable tool that will give the offense many opportunities to score. If you know how to properly set a pick and how to use a pick, the defense will have trouble defending you. The greatest players in the game are masters at utilizing picks to create space for open shots … Read more
Dr. James Naismith invented the game of basketball in Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1891. The objective of today’s game stems directly from Naismith’s original rules that are based around shooting a ball through a metal hoop suspended above the ground, which is called a basket. These rules include; 1. Only five players per team on the court. … Read more
Basketball has two straightforward objectives: shoot the ball into the hoop to score a point, and score more points than the opposing team to win the game. While pursuing these objectives, a player may commit a foul, an infraction that violates the game’s rules. Fouls affect a game’s pace and energy, making it challenging for … Read more
Why Burnout Happens in Youth Basketball Youth basketball should be fun. But with early specialization, constant travel, and the pressure to always perform, it can easily become a source of stress—especially for younger players. What begins as an exciting sport quickly turns into long weekends at tournaments, daily training sessions, and pressure to keep up. … Read more
The rules of basketball have evolved substantially since James Naismith invented the game in 1891. The first contest included 9 players on each team, a basket counted as 1 point, and there was no dribbling. Over time, dribbling was introduced, the number of players on a team dropped to 5, and a basket changed to … Read more