What is the difference between good and great players?
Confidence.
How do you develop confidence?
By mastering the skills of the game.
That is what this course is about. Once your child is able to perform the "first most important skills" in basketball, the foundation is set and the opportunities will open up for them.
What happens when your child doesn't have a great skill set? Turnovers, lost opportunities, and frustration. Sub par players aren't bad, they just haven't learned the skills that the other players have. Don't let that happen to your child.
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What is the difference between good and great players?
Confidence.
How do you develop confidence?
By mastering the skills of the game.
That is what this course is about. Once your child is able to perform the "first most important skills" in basketball, the foundation is set and the opportunities will open up for them.
What happens when your child doesn't have a great skill set? Turnovers, lost opportunities, and frustration. Sub par players aren't bad, they just haven't learned the skills that the other players have. Don't let that happen to your child.
What is the difference between good and great players?
Confidence.
How do you develop confidence?
By mastering the skills of the game.
That is what this course is about. Once your child is able to perform the "first most important skills" in basketball, the foundation is set and the opportunities will open up for them.
What happens when your child doesn't have a great skill set? Turnovers, lost opportunities, and frustration. Sub par players aren't bad, they just haven't learned the skills that the other players have. Don't let that happen to your child.
If you know a beginner who wants to be a confident player, or even a current player who wants to sharpen their basketball skills, this is the course for them.
Ben, a 7 year old who you will meet in the course, surprised us with how much better and stronger, and more confident he was by the time the course was complete. We were amazed by his progress.
This course is not only packed with drills to increase the most important basic skills, it includes trainings from coaches, former professional players, and wellness professionals who have all contributed their expertise. It also includes charts for youngsters to keep track of their progress. This course not only covers the important basics of the game, it is presented in a fun and easy way that even young children can follow and find fun.
Remember, if you want your child to succeed in basketball they need to practice. Every week they don't get better, is a week they fall behind.
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Learning objectives
- Advance from beginner to skilled player, with the essential foundation for continued success.
- Develop the most important "first skills" in basketball.
- Control the ball for better court vision, offense, and passing.
- Blow by your defenders using these ball handling secrets.
- Dramatically reduce turnovers.
- How to shoot perfectly every time.
- Learn why "finding your guy" is the key to dominating the boards.
- Pass with greater strength and accuracy.
- Learn the "stance and slide" that creates the best and most dreaded defenders.
- Develop quicker foot speed, agility, and increased vertical leap.
- Perform the cross-over, retreat, spin, and behind the back dribble with confidence.
- Understand what the ref is signaling and how to use that to improve your game.
- Learn the history, terms, court, and rules of the awesome game of basketball.
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- Advance from beginner to skilled player, with the essential foundation for continued success.
- Develop the most important "first skills" in basketball.
- Control the ball for better court vision, offense, and passing.
- Blow by your defenders using these ball handling secrets.
- Dramatically reduce turnovers.
- How to shoot perfectly every time.
- Learn why "finding your guy" is the key to dominating the boards.
- Pass with greater strength and accuracy.
- Learn the "stance and slide" that creates the best and most dreaded defenders.
- Develop quicker foot speed, agility, and increased vertical leap.
- Perform the cross-over, retreat, spin, and behind the back dribble with confidence.
- Understand what the ref is signaling and how to use that to improve your game.
- Learn the history, terms, court, and rules of the awesome game of basketball.
- Show more
- Show less
Syllabus
Introduction to the Course
Meet Ben. Work with him through the course to rise to the next level.
This is a written transcript of the introduction video.
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Syllabus
Meet Ben. Work with him through the course to rise to the next level.
This is a written transcript of the introduction video.
Basketball started with a peach basket and a soccer ball. Luckily, it has come a long way since then, turning into one of the world's most popular sports!
These are the basic basketball terms that beginners should know.
Here is the basic equipment needed to practice, as well as some optional training items for beginning players.
Use this chart to determine what size of ball you should use.
An overview of areas and terms for the basketball court.
Basic terms a coach might use regarding areas on the court.
This video shows the different signals a referee might use during a game and what they mean.
Description of various violations, procedures, and calls a referee might make during a game.
These are the basic rules you need to know when playing basketball.
Coach Mike explains why ball handling is the most important "first skill" beginning players should learn.
This video demonstrates several stationary ball handling drills to dramatically improve dribbling skills.
A downloadable chart you can print to keep track of your progress in stationary ball handling drills.
This video demonstrates several running ball handling drills to dramatically improve dribbling skills.
A downloadable chart you can print to keep track of your progress in running ball handling drills.
Once you are pretty good at regular stationary drills, substitute these heavy ball dribbling drills two to three times a week. Add these to your regular stationary drills chart to keep track of your progress.
Use this tip to protect the ball as you make your way to the basket.
Too much fancy dribbling leads to turnovers. This video shows you how to use your skills to beat your defender and get to the basket.
Find out what the triple threat position is and why it is so important in basketball.
This video demonstrates several foundational drills to dramatically improve passing skills.
A downloadable chart you can print to keep track of your progress in passing drills.
When you are pretty good at regular passing drills, substitute these heavy ball drills in two to three times a week. Add these drills to your regular passing drills chart to keep track of your progress.
Once you are pretty good at the other weighted ball passing drills, try these. Be sure you are strong enough to do them using proper form. Don't do them if they are too hard. Wait until you are stronger and then try again.
Coach Rick identifies the most important facets of shooting as well as the important things to avoid when working on shooting form. Coach Ryan shares what he wishes his players would do when they first start playing basketball that would save time and a lot of hard work when they get older.
Coach Ryan walks you through proper shooting technique so you can practice with perfect form.
Perfect shooting form takes practice. Try this to help you develop proper form.
Try these beginning shooting drills. The first one helps you practice great form. The second one helps you learn to shoot in rhythm.
This video demonstrates several basic shooting drills to help beginning players improve their shooting percentage.
A downloadable chart you can print to keep track of your progress in shooting drills.
Coach Rick explains the most important part of a great defensive foundation.
In this video, Coach Mike teaches the basic defensive stance and defensive slide that will help you keep the opposition from dribbling past you.
This video demonstrates a defensive drill to help you practice the defensive stance and the defensive slide.
These speed ladder drills can be done anytime to help you develop quicker foot speed, balance, and agility on the court.
This downloadable chart you can print to keep track your progress in speed ladder drills.
Jump roping will help with your foot speed, agility, and vertical leap. These drills also can be done anytime or as an addition to another workout.
A downloadable chart you can print to keep track of your progress in jump rope drills.
Here are a few more ideas to help you build strength, speed, and agility.
Coach Mike explains the basics of good defense, and why finding your guy is the first step in boxing out and crashing the boards.
Here is a game you can try if you have a friend or two who want to practice keeping others from getting the ball.
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Youth basketball fundamentals for kids
Features a young player demonstrating skills.
Helps young players gain confidence.
Provides practical and effective skill drills.
Builds essential skills for young players.
Activities
Review Basketball Rules and Terminology
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Reinforce understanding of basketball rules and terminology to improve comprehension of coaching instructions and gameplay strategies.
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Read a summary of basketball rules.
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Review common basketball terms.
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Take a practice quiz on basketball rules.
Read 'Basketball for Dummies'
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Gain a broader understanding of basketball fundamentals and strategies by reading a comprehensive guide.
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Basketball For Dummies
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Read the sections on basic rules and terminology.
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Review the chapters on fundamental skills.
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Practice the drills and exercises described in the book.
Practice Stationary Ball Handling Drills
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Improve ball control and coordination through consistent practice of stationary ball handling drills.
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Perform dribbling drills with each hand.
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Practice dribbling at different heights.
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Incorporate crossovers and other advanced moves.
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Record progress on a tracking chart.
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Practice Defensive Stance and Slide Drills
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Improve defensive skills and agility by practicing the defensive stance and slide technique.
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Assume the proper defensive stance.
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Practice sliding laterally while maintaining the stance.
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Incorporate cone drills to improve agility.
Design a Personal Basketball Training Plan
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Apply learned concepts by creating a personalized training plan to improve specific basketball skills.
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Adjust the plan based on results.
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Identify areas for improvement.
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Select drills and exercises to target those areas.
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Schedule training sessions and track progress.
Create a Video Demonstrating Passing Drills
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Solidify understanding of passing techniques by creating a video tutorial demonstrating proper form and execution.
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Plan and script the video content.
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Film demonstrations of various passing drills.
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Edit the video with clear instructions and visuals.
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Share the video with peers for feedback.
Review 'The Mamba Mentality: How I Play'
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Gain insights into advanced basketball strategies and mental toughness from a professional player's perspective.
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Read about Kobe Bryant's approach to the game.
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Identify key principles and strategies.
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Consider how to apply these principles to your own training.
Review Basketball Rules and Terminology
Show steps
Reinforce understanding of basketball rules and terminology to improve comprehension of coaching instructions and gameplay strategies.
Show steps
- Read a summary of basketball rules.
- Review common basketball terms.
- Take a practice quiz on basketball rules.
Read 'Basketball for Dummies'
Show steps
Gain a broader understanding of basketball fundamentals and strategies by reading a comprehensive guide.
View
Basketball For Dummies
on Amazon
Show steps
- Read the sections on basic rules and terminology.
- Review the chapters on fundamental skills.
- Practice the drills and exercises described in the book.
Practice Stationary Ball Handling Drills
Show steps
Improve ball control and coordination through consistent practice of stationary ball handling drills.
Show steps
- Perform dribbling drills with each hand.
- Practice dribbling at different heights.
- Incorporate crossovers and other advanced moves.
- Record progress on a tracking chart.
Practice Defensive Stance and Slide Drills
Show steps
Improve defensive skills and agility by practicing the defensive stance and slide technique.
Show steps
- Assume the proper defensive stance.
- Practice sliding laterally while maintaining the stance.
- Incorporate cone drills to improve agility.
Design a Personal Basketball Training Plan
Show steps
Apply learned concepts by creating a personalized training plan to improve specific basketball skills.
Show steps
- Adjust the plan based on results.
- Identify areas for improvement.
- Select drills and exercises to target those areas.
- Schedule training sessions and track progress.
Create a Video Demonstrating Passing Drills
Show steps
Solidify understanding of passing techniques by creating a video tutorial demonstrating proper form and execution.
Show steps
- Plan and script the video content.
- Film demonstrations of various passing drills.
- Edit the video with clear instructions and visuals.
- Share the video with peers for feedback.
Review 'The Mamba Mentality: How I Play'
Show steps
Gain insights into advanced basketball strategies and mental toughness from a professional player's perspective.
View
None
on Amazon
Show steps
- Read about Kobe Bryant's approach to the game.
- Identify key principles and strategies.
- Consider how to apply these principles to your own training.
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