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QuestionHow can I dribble better in basketball?
Ryan TremblayRyan Tremblay is a Basketball Coach and the Owner of National Sports ID and STACK Basketball. With over 30 years of experience, Ryan specializes in basketball coaching, social media marketing, and website design. Ryan created the National Sports ID as a platform to verify the age/grade of youth athletes and STACK Basketball to inspire young athletes to grow into mature individuals and basketball players. Ryan was a First Team All-Decade basketball player in Bergen County and finished in the top 20 all-time leading scorers in the county’s history with 1,730 points. He went on to Caldwell University on a basketball scholarship where he was part of three championship teams. Ryan was a two-time All-Metropolitan, All-State, and All-Conference point guard and the all-time three-point leader in the school’s history, landing him in the Caldwell University Athletic Hall of Fame.
Basketball CoachTry to dribble the ball low to the ground. Also, practice dribbling the ball with both hands. -
QuestionWhat should you learn first in basketball?Ryan TremblayRyan Tremblay is a Basketball Coach and the Owner of National Sports ID and STACK Basketball. With over 30 years of experience, Ryan specializes in basketball coaching, social media marketing, and website design. Ryan created the National Sports ID as a platform to verify the age/grade of youth athletes and STACK Basketball to inspire young athletes to grow into mature individuals and basketball players. Ryan was a First Team All-Decade basketball player in Bergen County and finished in the top 20 all-time leading scorers in the county’s history with 1,730 points. He went on to Caldwell University on a basketball scholarship where he was part of three championship teams. Ryan was a two-time All-Metropolitan, All-State, and All-Conference point guard and the all-time three-point leader in the school’s history, landing him in the Caldwell University Athletic Hall of Fame.
Basketball CoachStart by learning the proper footwork and stances. For instance, to do a proper defensive stance you'd learn how to slide your feet without crossing them. -
QuestionWhat are the traits of a great basketball player?Ryan TremblayRyan Tremblay is a Basketball Coach and the Owner of National Sports ID and STACK Basketball. With over 30 years of experience, Ryan specializes in basketball coaching, social media marketing, and website design. Ryan created the National Sports ID as a platform to verify the age/grade of youth athletes and STACK Basketball to inspire young athletes to grow into mature individuals and basketball players. Ryan was a First Team All-Decade basketball player in Bergen County and finished in the top 20 all-time leading scorers in the county’s history with 1,730 points. He went on to Caldwell University on a basketball scholarship where he was part of three championship teams. Ryan was a two-time All-Metropolitan, All-State, and All-Conference point guard and the all-time three-point leader in the school’s history, landing him in the Caldwell University Athletic Hall of Fame.
Basketball CoachThe best players that I've coached are students of the game. They're great listeners. They're at the front of the line on all drills. They're what I call "blue collar" players, meaning they're humble, they win gracefully, and they lose with respect. Good sportsmanship is ultimately one of the top three or four traits of a great player. -
QuestionHow do you warm up before a basketball game?Ryan TremblayRyan Tremblay is a Basketball Coach and the Owner of National Sports ID and STACK Basketball. With over 30 years of experience, Ryan specializes in basketball coaching, social media marketing, and website design. Ryan created the National Sports ID as a platform to verify the age/grade of youth athletes and STACK Basketball to inspire young athletes to grow into mature individuals and basketball players. Ryan was a First Team All-Decade basketball player in Bergen County and finished in the top 20 all-time leading scorers in the county’s history with 1,730 points. He went on to Caldwell University on a basketball scholarship where he was part of three championship teams. Ryan was a two-time All-Metropolitan, All-State, and All-Conference point guard and the all-time three-point leader in the school’s history, landing him in the Caldwell University Athletic Hall of Fame.
Basketball CoachTeams will usually do layup lines, take a couple of sprints, and do some stretching. That's all pretty common and important to do before a game starts. -
QuestionHow do I prepare before a basketball game, both mentally and physically?Ryan TremblayRyan Tremblay is a Basketball Coach and the Owner of National Sports ID and STACK Basketball. With over 30 years of experience, Ryan specializes in basketball coaching, social media marketing, and website design. Ryan created the National Sports ID as a platform to verify the age/grade of youth athletes and STACK Basketball to inspire young athletes to grow into mature individuals and basketball players. Ryan was a First Team All-Decade basketball player in Bergen County and finished in the top 20 all-time leading scorers in the county’s history with 1,730 points. He went on to Caldwell University on a basketball scholarship where he was part of three championship teams. Ryan was a two-time All-Metropolitan, All-State, and All-Conference point guard and the all-time three-point leader in the school’s history, landing him in the Caldwell University Athletic Hall of Fame.
Basketball CoachKnow that it's okay to be nervous before a game. That means you're ready. If you're not nervous, you don't care. Your heart's not pumping, the blood is not flowing, the adrenaline's not going, and that's a problem. So try to view being nervous for games as a positive thing, not a negative thing. -
QuestionI play on a basketball team, but we have lost three times in a row. How do we improve our chances of scoring?
Audrey VPCommunity AnswerPass around, and practice more. When taking more time to pass around, you could find more open shots. Play games like horse, 21, around the world or any other shooting games. -
QuestionHow do I know when I should pass and when I shouldn't?
Community AnswerYou have to judge which option will give you the best chance of scoring a point. If no one is around you and you think you can make the shot, then you should keep the ball and go for it. If you're surrounded by other players and someone else is open, then passing is the best option. -
QuestionI'd like to try out for basketball next year, but am a beginner. Should I practice over the summer and then try out?
Community AnswerDefinitely practice over the summer. Most teams will have room for a beginner who's fast, likes to learn and will play good defense. -
QuestionIs basketball hard to play?
Community AnswerBasketball is not really hard to play. You just have to practice your dribbling, passing, moves, and shooting skills. Its takes dedication, but it is also a lot of fun.
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QuestionHow does a basketball game start?
Community AnswerThe basketball game starts with the players gathering in the center. The players who are going to do the jumpshot will be across from each other. When the ref blows the whistle and throws the ball up, the two players try to get the ball and hit it to whichever side that they are playing on. -
QuestionHow can I improve my shooting skill?
Community AnswerGet a basketball court that you can go to daily, and work on your hand motion when shooting. Pick a particular way to shoot , and if it works, keep on shooting that way. You don't even need a basketball hoop to do so, pick a ball up hold it correctly, and keep on practicing. Play games like knockout, horse, or 21.
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QuestionWhat should I do if I'm the only girl on the team?
Community AnswerWorrying will only make it worse. Have faith in yourself, and remember the rules and fundamentals of the game.
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QuestionWhen my opponent shoots a basket, can I snatch the ball after he releases it?
Mya StensonCommunity AnswerYes, if he/she shoots the ball and misses, you can rebound the ball. Or if they shoot, you can grab the ball, you just can't hit their arm, or it is a foul. -
QuestionWhat does travel mean?
Community AnswerTraveling is when you step 3 times without dribbling the ball. You can only step 2 times, and then the ball must make contact with the ground.
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QuestionHow do you dribble?
Community AnswerAdopt a position that is slightly crouched, bounce the ball with your fingertips, not your palm. Be careful not to bounce too lightly. For more detail, read How to Dribble a Basketball.
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QuestionWhen can I make a 3 point shot?
Community AnswerAnytime you are open and you think you can make it into the basket. Be confident and take your best shot.
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QuestionHow can I practice basketball alone if I don't have a team I can play with?
Community AnswerGo to a gym or basketball court and practice shooting from different locations and performing lay-ups. You can also practice bounce/chest/overhead passing against a wall. If you play at public courts, you may be challenged to a game of one-on-one, which will help build your skills.
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QuestionHow do I practice if I am new to basketball?
Community AnswerJust practice passing, shooting, dribbling. These are the basics. Once you get good at them you can learn more advanced skills and tricks.
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QuestionHow old do I have to be to join the NBA?
Community AnswerPlayers won't be able to enter the NBA until they're 19 and one year removed from high school. However, they can join the Developmental League at 18 years old.
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QuestionHow do I practice basketball without access to a hoop?
Community AnswerYou can use a trash can, box, etc. for target practice so you have something to aim your shot at.
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QuestionHow do I get really good at layups?
Prem ShahCommunity AnswerYou can get good at layups by practicing. You have to start off slowly and learn the way to do a simple/ normal layup. Then you can start learning fancy layups. -
QuestionWhat does "dribbling" mean?
Community AnswerDribbling is when you bounce the ball up and down repeatedly with your hand.
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QuestionWhat are the different positions of basketball players, and what do they do?
Mya StensonCommunity AnswerThere are 5 main positions in basketball. A point guard dribbles the ball down the court and is usually calling out the play, and the shooting guard is the best shooter on the team. The small forward is a powerful dribbler that can take the ball to the basket and shoot an easy lay-up. The power forward and the center are the post players on the team, with the center usually being the taller of the two.
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QuestionHow do I trick my opponent in basketball?
Community AnswerYou can trick the opponent with flashy moves and combos. Pay attention to the front foot. If you get him to move, and he did not plant his front foot, change direction fast. Look the opposite direction from where you plan on going. Don't forget to sell it with your shoulders.
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QuestionWhat kind of basketball workouts/drills should I do before I play basketball?
Community AnswerYou can get warmed up by lightly jogging or doing jumping jacks. It is also important to stretch before playing basketball so you don't pull a muscle.
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QuestionDoes it matter if I don't have basketball shoes?
Community AnswerYou may want to wear them for safety matters, though the particular kind does not matter.
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QuestionCan you play with more than 5 players on a team?
Community AnswerIf you're just playing with your friends, sure.
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QuestionCan I wear running shoes to play basketball in?
Community AnswerYes, you can. Just be careful.
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QuestionAm I allowed to do a granny shot in a real game?
Community AnswerYes, you can. It's still a jump shot.
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QuestionHow do I improve my shooting posture?
Community AnswerAlways look at the net and stand up tall. Load up the basketball to the brim and release.
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