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Re: How to divide a team of 22 players with wide skill differential

guest — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 01:10:14 GMT

Even though a core group of 6 might have worked well last season. I highly recommend having a group of about 7-8 so that you can have a consistent rotation that provides you with stability & fresh bodies. Then decide on maybe 2-3 more. Also, a good question is your personal goal as a coach. Is your goal to more fair or have a better chance of winning?

Re: Whats your jersey number and why?

guest — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:27:38 GMT

My number is 4, just because I wanted to try something new, I've always had numbers in the 30s, but a new school, new beginning.

Re: Why are some people amazing in FIBA Interenational play but aren't that good in NBA?

guest — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:17:55 GMT

There are many reasons, one is the competition. Also, FIBA rules have been altered to take the athleticism out of basketball to make the games fair (the trapezoidal paint, shorter 3 pt line). Last but not least, it the team itself, Luis Scola would never score more than 20 in the NBA simply because, his Rocket teammates won't give him that many touches, whereas on the Argentinian team, he's pretty much a superstar especially since Manu isn't playing.

Re: Who do you model your game after?

guest — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:34:58 GMT

I try to model my game after LeBron James because of his defense, versatility & domination. Then I like to add moves, from anyone that I see, that could be useful in game situations.

Re: can this still help???

guest — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:05:39 GMT

Yeah, I agree with ToughD & you have to realize that there are things you have to deal with when building arm strength, such as having to work on & fix your jumpshot multiple times. You just have to be patient & dedicated. My old AAU would take my team to the weight room at the start of practice so that we could have the whole practice to fix our jumpshot.

Re: ANKLE STRENGTH

guest — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:00:38 GMT

You can rotate the ankle in circles & you can get the band to pull your foot closer to your body which also stretches the ankle.

Re: KEEPIN THE ZONE

guest — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:59:02 GMT

Personally, I listen to music then set goals for myself to accomplish during the game. Sometimes, it's small things like, I'm running down the court & tell myself, "You're gonna get this next rebound." Normally, just kinda talking to myself throughout the duration of practices & games really helps me stay focused.

Re: Tennessee Traveler--Hopeful

guest — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:36:07 GMT

Your best bet is to contact the coaches of the Travelers 16U team using the contact info from this website.

http://www.eteamz.com/tntravelers/news/index.cfm?cat=444214

Re: starting AAU

guest — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:57:09 GMT

I also live in Virginia, but the big question is where in Virginia do you live?

Re: My name is craig

guest — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:54:58 GMT

Other than obviously working hard & putting your all in everything you do including in the offseason (to insure that you're in the best shape possible once basketball season comes around), you can go to various camps but most importantly ones that give college coaches & scouts the access to scout you. Also, you can create a profile to help with the recruiting journey & possibly get some more interest.

http://www.berecruited.com/