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The Highest Vertical Jump in NBA Draft Combine History
Vertical leaping ability is perhaps the most coveted display of athleticism for basketball players. Who are the best leapers in the NBA? The active player with the highest vertical jump in NBA Draft Combine history is Nick Young of the Los Angeles Lakers, with a standing leap of 39.5 inches in 2007. The best vertical with […]
Continue reading5 Creative Basketball Fundraising Ideas
Fundraising for your basketball team can be like spinning your wheels if you choose the wrong path or program. If you are not careful, you can just be taking on more work while getting little in return. What basketball fundraising ideas give you the best bang for your buck? Camps – Running a basketball camp or […]
Continue readingHow to be the Best Point Guard on Your Team
Photo By: Shane Pope If you want to maximize your ability as a point guard, you have to be a complete player on the basketball court. Being the best point guard on your team is a great goal, but it isn’t always easy. It doesn’t come from being flashy or scoring a bunch of points […]
Continue readingEssential Basketball Warm Up Drills
Using proper basketball warm up drills before each practice or game can allow the athletes to be more prepared to perform, get more out of each session, keep them healthy, and work on skill development. There are two major categories of basketball warm up drills: General – This is a broad category of movements that prepares […]
Continue readingWhat is the Definition of a Power Forward?
Photo By: Phil Roeder The power forward position in basketball is traditionally a post spot, but a trend has emerged where the position takes on other responsibilities and are now more of a mix between post and perimeter player in many offenses at different levels of competition. Trying to make a specific power forward definition […]
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