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Keys to a Basketball Strength and Conditioning Program
A well-designed basketball strength and conditioning program can be the difference between having skilled, but over-matched players and a team that can dominate from the opening tip on. A position and system specific approach is important for any program, because the physical demands are different based on what the athlete is being asked to do. […]
Continue readingPoint Guard Weight Training Workouts for Basketball
A well-designed point guard weight training program is crucial for basketball success. Basketball players in general, and point guards in particular, often neglect strength training workouts for many reasons, such as time constraints, fear of getting too bulky, or lack of belief in the program’s benefits. Any risks of weight training are far exceeded by the […]
Continue reading3 Point Line Distance in Basketball
The 3 point shot is one of the most exciting plays in basketball and it is becoming more popular at all levels of the sport as better quality shooters make the shot more efficient. What is the 3 point line distance at all levels of basketball? NBA – 23.75 feet around the arc, 22 feet in […]
Continue readingBasketball Backboard Dimensions
The backboard is one of the most recognizable items on a basketball court. You may have seen it in many shapes and sizes, both indoors and outdoors and wondered exactly how big it is supposed to be. The official basketball backboard dimensions can be seen below. Basketball Backboard Dimensions – 72 inches wide x 42 inches […]
Continue reading8 Key Youth Basketball Tips
Photo By: Shane Pope Working with young athletes can be a challenge if you don’t have much experience with it. It can be tough for people with many years in basketball to communicate with beginners who are just learning the sport. Follow these youth basketball tips to find the most success for working with young […]
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