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<title>Why Youth Flag Football Should Be Encouraged By Parents And Coaches</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:26:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The popularity of flag football has been especially popular with young players and it should. I believe there is no better way to teach or create a love of football than by playing the game. When kids are 5-6 they start playing basketball and can play the regular way, but maybe on a shorter hoop. In baseball it's the same except for tee ball. In football we have the youth version as flag football and what a great teaching tool it can be.]]></description>
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<title>Three Ways Football Players Can Earn More Playing Time</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:33:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's near the end of another High School football season which seemed to just fly by. That also means that we are about done getting emails from players wondering what they can do to get more playing time. Kids want to impress their coaches but don't always know how.]]></description>
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<title>Effective Youth Football Tackling Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:32:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In youth football, tackling is critical to teach as all kids aren't created equally. You have the kids who are bigger than others or the kids who are much smaller than others yet they still want to play the game and be good at it. They can do that if they learn the correct ways to play and specifically the correct way to tackle. Let's look at a couple of tackling drills that can help young players develop good habits and get them used to the greatest contact sport on the planet.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball 101 - Teaching The Basics</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:01:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The other day I started working with a group of young women who had never played the game of basketball before. It was an extremely humbling experience for me because I assumed that everyone knew the basics of basketball but this team of 12-year-old kids had never played a competitive basketball game before. They knew that to score you had to make a basket but that was about it.]]></description>
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<title>How Basketball Players Playing the Wing Position Can Get Open</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 10:03:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a wing player growing up I had to get very creative at finding ways to get open because teams denied me the ball. They knew that if I didn't get the ball I couldn't score. Many teams feel that way since a majority of offenses can only start once the wing player receives a pass. If the wing player is denied the ball then the offense really struggles to run and teams are forced out of their comfort zone.]]></description>
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<title>Thoughts on How Much Basketball Practice Time Should Be Devoted to Situational Plays</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 09:32:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Recently a coach emailed me and was asking about situational plays and how important they are to practice. To answer this question I think it is always important to understand the age of kid we are working with. If we are working with elementary school players I think it is much more important to spend time working on fundamentals than I do situational plays. When I talk about situational plays I'm talking about out of bounds plays from under the basket and on the sidelines. I'm talking about getting the ball inbounds against the press and things like that. This also includes the last 10 seconds of each quarter, half or game.]]></description>
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<title>How Supplements Have Changed the Game of Football</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:09:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I grew up a 3 sport athlete in a time when weight training wasn't exactly what everyone was doing. In fact, as a basketball player I was counseled against it because it might have had a negative impact on my jump shot. I would lift before football season but nothing major at all or not enough to actually help me.]]></description>
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<title>Getting Youth Basketball Players to Compete</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:21:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article discusses why some kids are competitive and why others are not. It then discusses how to motivate the kids that aren't naturally competitive.]]></description>
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<title>A Simple Yet Very Effective Basketball Drill for Post Players</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:39:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With the use of the 3 point line it is rare to see a true low post player who is great with his back to the basket. We still see some in the college game but the best young college players always bolt to the pros where they play against the best but don't always take the time to learn the game before that level.]]></description>
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<title>3 Habits of Successful Basketball Coaches</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:35:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Great coaches are very rare. Hopefully we have all had experiences with great coaches over the years. I've had a couple great ones that I've worked with and learned from. I've also talked to a number of incredible winning coaches including Morgan Wootten from famed Dematha high school. Coach Wootten is a Hall of Fame Coach and was incredible to talk with. When I talked with Coach Wootten he stressed some points that I want to cover today. We talked about habits and I found it very interesting.]]></description>
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<title>3 Drills to Yelp Young Receivers</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:34:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[My first year of organized football was spent as a tight end. I wasn't a great tight end at all but I liked playing the position. I never had a problem catching the ball prior to that year but once I put the pads on it was a different story.]]></description>
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<title>Converting From Offense to Defense in Basketball</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:30:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Growing up I was never a great defender because my focus was never there. I was always so worried about scoring that rarely did I truly give 100% on the other end of the court. It's sad to admit that but I have to be honest about it. Playing solid defense was never a priority and I was always good enough on offense that I never had to worry about it until college.]]></description>
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<title>How to Beat a Zone Defense in Youth Football</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 08:03:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Recently a coach asked me how I would attack or beat a zone defense in youth football and it really is sort of a generic question. The first thing I told him to do was truly identify that it was a zone defense. How do you do that?]]></description>
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<title>How Important Is Toughness in the Game of Basketball?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 16:22:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article talks about the topic of toughness. It defines what it is and what advantages come to the players that have it.]]></description>
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<title>Youth Quarterback Training</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 16:00:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This football article talks about what youth need to do in order to succeed at the quarterback position. It focuses on how to train and what to study.]]></description>
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<title>How to Make Youth Football Players More Mentally Tough</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:55:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's often argued that mental toughness can't be taught and that kids either have it or they don't. I'm on the side that it is something that can be learned. It has to be because so many people go through situations in their lives where they overcome major obstacles and it has a way of building mental toughness in them. Football is great for that because it puts you in spots where you go from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows in a matter of seconds.]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of Offensive Lineman in Youth Football</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:53:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[My first season of youth football was very interesting. I wanted to be a quarterback but another player was ahead of me on the team. I didn't understand a whole lot anyway and was just going with the crowd. ]]></description>
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<title>The Lost Art of The Mid Range Game</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:51:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Believe it or not, but there was a time when high school and college basketball did not have a 3 point line. It seems strange but when I was growing up you had to get fouled while making a shot to get a chance at a true 3 point play.]]></description>
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<title>What Happened to the Half-Court Trap in Basketball?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:53:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[My theory as to why the half-court trap went away has everything to do with the 3-point line. When the 3-point line was created teams started giving up open jumpers in corners before players could get there and cause a trap. Instead of creating turnovers the trap was creating shooting opportunities that teams couldn't give up anymore.]]></description>
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<title>Why It's So Important For Players to Study the Game of Basketball</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:02:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article explains why it is so import for players to study the game of basketball. It also provides tips on what things need to be focused on if you are wanting to become a better player.]]></description>
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<title>Teaching the Triple Threat Position in Basketball</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/5328168</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:00:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article talks about how important it is for players to get into the triple threat position. It also explains how to teach the fundamentals of it.]]></description>
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<title>Thoughts on How to Increase Your Vertical Leap From a Professional Athlete</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 15:48:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article talks about an NFL player increased his vertical leap. It's surprising to find out how he did it.]]></description>
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<title>Rubbing It In - When to Call Off the Dogs in Youth Football</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 08:00:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This football articles talks about the topic of good sportsmanship. There are life lessons to be learned in the game of football and it's critical that youth are taught to do the right thing.]]></description>
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<title>University of Illinois 'Matto' Chart - An Important Contributing Factor to Winning Basketball Games</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:01:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[From 1995-1998 Illinois had a player named Matt Heldman. Heldman lettered all 4 years and was one of those players who played hard every minute. He was always tipping passes or diving out of bounds. He made big shots and defended every play. He was the guy that wasn't the most talented but he would out-work anyone. A year after Matt left the University of Illinois he was involved in car accident and with his father was killed. This devastated Illinois fans everywhere because this was a kid that you just wanted to root for.]]></description>
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<title>The Single Most Important Factor to Winning Basketball Games</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 12:39:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article breaks down the most important factor when it comes to winning basketball games. There are many facets to the game of basketball but none are as important as what's talked about in this article.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball and Respect - Why Coaches Should Not Tolerate Disrespect From Players</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/5158645</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 08:02:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article discusses the topic of respect. It talks about the respect players need to have for their coaches and why coaches should not tolerate any player's disrespect for oneself, his teammates or the anyone on the coaching staff.]]></description>
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<title>What the Mentality of a Point Guard in Basketball Should Be</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:47:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article talks about how different the point guard position is from every other position. It provides tips on how to be in the right frame of mind when playing the point guard position.]]></description>
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<title>How to Defend the Pick and Roll in Basketball</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:56:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article talks about the most effective ways to defend the pick and roll. The pick and roll is a very effective way for an offense to get an easy basket, if your team doesn't know how to defend it you'll never win on a consistent basis.]]></description>
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<title>Tips For How to Run an Effective Basketball Camp Or Practice Session</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 15:02:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article talks about some of the most common mistakes basketball coaches and instructors make when they conduct a camp or practice session. It's amazing how simple the items discussed are but it's also amazing how often they don't get recognized and therefore thousands of kids suffer because of it every year.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Training - 4 Important Rules of Passing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 07:41:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Rule #1 - Look for the Open Player  Nobody enjoys playing basketball with someone who doesn't pass the ball to open teammates. We all know that on every team there are a few players that are usually more talented than others. Just because player A is more talented than player B does not mean the shot should always be taken by player A.]]></description>
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<title>Team Focused Ball Handling Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:23:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I can't lie and say this was my favorite drill. I never liked it. But I can say that few drills helped me improve my ball handling skills like this drill.]]></description>
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<title>Thoughts on Effective Rebounding - A Basketball Training Article</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1618730</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:00:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's a proven fact that basketball teams that rebound well usually win more games. This article covers fundamental advice on how to make basketball teams more effective when it comes to rebounding. 
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<title>Basketball Tips - Drills and Advice on Playing Individual Defense</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1618552</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:52:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article offers drills and instruction on individual defense.  It helps players prepare themselves to become better defenders.]]></description>
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<title>Coaching Basketball - Weak-Side Defense and Cutters</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:49:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Winning basketball games is about playing good defense. This article specifically focuses on how to effectively cut off the lanes and how to play effective weak-side defense.     Cutter Closure  In cutter closure you want to make sure that the passing lane for the cutter is closed off or taken away.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Question and Answer Session - Effective Post Play</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:43:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Question: My defender constantly fronts me and I struggle to get around him. What can I do to get open? The way I am being defended is slowing down the offense and I want to know what ways I can make him pay so that he'll play me normally.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Low Post Drills</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1618114</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:15:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Playing in the post can be rough and physical. If you play the forward or center position and want to excel you have to be able to score while you get bumped around in the lane. This article covers three very effective drills that will prepare you for the physical play in the post and help you become an effective scorer down low.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Shooting Drills For Guards</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1618203</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 11:45:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cut, Catch & Lay-up  Great scoring guards know how to create space and get open. Practice and work hard at establishing position by either performing a solid v cut or using the lane to get open. Once you've come up the lane and popped out the ball should be on its way to you.]]></description>
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<title>The Key to Great Post Play is Positioning</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 08:19:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the main ingredients of a successful basketball offense is the ability to get open shots on a regular basis. This can't happen unless there is someone who establishes good position in the post and is a threat down low.]]></description>
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<title>On the Ball Defensive Basketball Drills</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1610553</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:08:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the game of basketball defense is broken up into two main categories, on the ball and away from the ball. Each style of defense requires its own set of understanding. This article outlines the important steps and practices of playing effective on the ball defense.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Coaching - Executing an Effective Passing Game</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1601226</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:27:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is something I believe players can be born with. I think John Stockton, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird all were extremely gifted as passers and some of that was inherited. However, the passing mindset is something that can be worked on.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Defense - Tips on Defending the Post</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1601139</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 09:18:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To be an effective power forward or center you've got to know how to properly defend in the post. This article offers practical tips on how to get good positioning and stop your opponent from scoring inside the lane. Positioning.  Post players are often very concerned about how they should play their man.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Fast Break Conditioning Drills</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1597172</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:11:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many talented basketball teams get beat because they aren't in as good of shape as the other team. At the end of a game, the player that is intense and has great stamina will always out-perform the naturally gifted athlete that hasn't taken conditioning very serious.     The following basketball drills are perfect for getting players in shape.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball - Team Shooting Drills</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1597121</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:10:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Individual shooting drills are great but whenever possible players who are looking to improve their shooting should try to participate in drills that involve two or more other players. This creates more of a game time atmosphere and allows players to practice the actual shots they will take during games. This article explains 6 basketball shooting drills that effectively involve more than just one individual.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Shooting Drills - Game Speed</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:36:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article explains effective drills basketball players can participate in to help them become better shooters during games. Too many players practice their shooting at very casual speeds and this is unfortunate because not very often will you be able to get those types of shots during games.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Fast Break Scenarios &amp; Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:33:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses the different fast break scenarios that commonly occur during basketball games.  It also explains specific drills that can be run to help players execute fast break situations during games.]]></description>
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<title>How to Run a Great Basketball Practice</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1556546</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:05:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many young coaches tend to just show up at practice without a second thought what to accomplish that day or what drills they will be running. They want to play it by ear and see how it goes. The players deserve better and you can give it to them.]]></description>
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<title>5 Simple Rules Successful Basketball Coaches Follow</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:03:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In my years playing basketball I played for a lot of coaches. Some of my coaches, like Rick Majerus, were amazing and had a very positive impact on my life. Some of them though were not so good.]]></description>
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<title>Jump Shot Drills</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1555406</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:17:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Baseline Dribble Jumper -  With the baseline dribble drill, you line up on the wings with the ball. Take two hard dribbles toward the baseline and shoot the ball. Focus on two types of shots, one off the dribble and one off a jump-stop.]]></description>
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<title>Diet and Nutrition Tips For Basketball Players</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:18:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a basketball player, I always wondered how vital of a role food and nutrition had in my playing ability. During a camp one summer there was a nutrition specialist there and I asked him this question, "does it really matter what we eat before a game?" All I can say is that he laughed for a bit and then compared our bodies to cars and the fuel that we put into them.]]></description>
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<title>Passing a Basketball - 101</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:46:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's no secret that passing is one of the most important fundamentals of the game of basketball. When a team passes the ball well, they get more open looks and score more points. This article identifies and explains the most common passes that should be used in the game of basketball.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Drills That Teach Fast Break Fundamentals</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 09:53:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most fun things about playing basketball is a well orchestrated fast break. The center grabs the rebound and outlets it to the point guard. The point guard takes the ball down the middle while two other players fill the lanes on the outside.]]></description>
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<title>Common Traits of Great Basketball Rebounders</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 09:52:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Rebounding is a learned skill in the game of basketball. This article discusses what it takes for a player to become a dominant rebounder.]]></description>
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<title>How to Handle a Defensive Trap</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 09:50:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some teams are very aggressive on defense and try to pressure the ball as much as they can. When this happens you could easily find yourself in a situation where two or more players are chest-to-chest with you trying to get the ball after you have picked up your dribble. This is called a defensive trap.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Shooting Tips and Advice</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:11:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to the subject of shooting, there is a lot of basketball advice out there.  It can be overwhelming for young players to absorb all the information they come across and then implement it when they get on the court. For this article I have tried to simplify the topic as much as possible and cover the key elements of good shooting.]]></description>
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<title>3 Important Keys to the Game of Basketball That Often Get Overlooked</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:53:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Basketball is a game that is won or lost by execution. This article explains three very important facets of the game that can determine the outcome of a game but yet aren't talked about much.]]></description>
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<title>3 Important Tips For Beginner Basketball Coaches</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:55:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Because of my experience with the game of basketball, I get asked a lot by young coaches what they can do to make sure they are successful. In this article I want to cover the three main things I tell them.]]></description>
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<title>What Do Basketball Recruiters Look For?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:03:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I love this question. This question gets asked a lot and it has many answers. When players ask me this question I always ask who they want to be recruited by and that determines the answer.]]></description>
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<title>Examples of Strategy Used in Baseball</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:27:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Baseball is commonly thought of as the sport that involves the most strategy. To be successful in the sport players not only need to be strong and athletic, they also need to be very knowledgeable. This article highlights a few examples of how understanding the game better can sometimes be more important than muscle or speed.]]></description>
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<title>Fun and Competitive Baseball Games That Help Young Players Develop Proper Fundamentals</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:11:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Playing video games will not build the fundamentals young baseball players need! Kids need to know that there are many baseball games they can compete in aside from an official game that requires 18 players and an umpire. This article explains some of the most classic baseball games kids can participate in with very few participants and in just about any environment.]]></description>
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<title>The Stop and Go - An Effective Basketball Dribbling &amp; Ball Handling Drill</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 08:26:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I learned the following ball handling drill at a team camp put on by the late Lynn Archibald from the University of Utah many years ago. My junior high coach worked with him and passed this drill onto our team. I've used it for years now because it encompasses all the elements of handling the ball successfully.]]></description>
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<title>Common Youth Baseball Questions</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:53:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many kids develop a passion for the game of baseball at a very young age. When it happens it is a fun thing to witness. With their passion comes, excitement, competitiveness and curiosity.]]></description>
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<title>Things Obsessed Baseball Parents Are Curious About</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:53:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's hard for some parents to sit back and relax while watching their kids participate in baseball. As long as they don't become controlling and abusive this is usually a positive situation for a kid wanting to succeed. It is true that some parents can get out of control and have selfish desires but when their heart is right and they just want their kid to be the best they can be, here are some of the common questions they will ask.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Baseball Strategy</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:53:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Baseball has a reputation for being a game of strategy. This article discusses what some of the strategies are and why they are so important.]]></description>
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<title>Learning the Game of Baseball</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:52:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article revolves around teaching beginner baseball students more about the game. It focuses mostly on hitting and fundamentals.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Fundamentals - Throwing &amp; Catching</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:42:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Throwing a Baseball    It sounds so simple yet so many players do this incorrectly at a young age. In my opinion, nothing hampers a young player's love for the game more than if he can't throw the ball correctly. Fundamentally it is a very simple concept, but must be practiced correctly to be mastered.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding the Strike Zone</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:33:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article helps young baseball players get a clear understanding of what the strike zone is. It will help them be better players as they understand why and how the strike zone can be slightly different at various levels of play - from youth leagues to the majors.]]></description>
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<title>Point Guard Play</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:56:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a young player I could score in a variety of ways. I was a great shooter, driver and finisher when I was given or created the opportunity for myself. I was a shooting guard in a point guard body and I knew that if I wanted to play major college basketball I would need to truly become a point guard. This transition was not an easy one. As a shooting guard, I had it easy. The other team would score and I would run down to the other end and try to get the ball. I didn't call the plays or even have to look and see what they were.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Shooting Principles - The Upper Body</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:51:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Understand that there are some basic laws of shooting that I believe everyone should know and understand.  In this article I want to cover some of the key principles of using the upper body and how it affects your shooting.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Post Play Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:43:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I don't hide the fact that I played the guard positions and that I am more knowledgeable in the area of guard play. But I've played with enough great players and coaches to have learned what it takes to be a good post player. I'm going to share with you some simple drills that you can use to get better while playing with your back to the basket. Remember that these drills are good for any position. I am a fan of Big 10 basketball and love watching Wisconsin run their offense. It is predicated on their guards being able to play on the blocks some. These drills are something that can be practiced until they are second nature to you.]]></description>
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<title>Getting More Playing Time</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:39:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This basketball article features advice for young basketball players who feel like they aren't getting enough playing time. It talks about how players can form a better relationship with their coach which ultimately results in more time spent on the court, instead of the bench. ]]></description>
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<title>What Motivates You As a Basketball Player?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:28:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article helps basketball players understand what motivates them and how to use that knowledge to their advantage. If a player understands what motivates them, they are able strengthen their skills and ultimately dominate their position. ]]></description>
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<title>Scoring Against a Zone Defense</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:25:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An inside perspective from a former college basketball player. When I was a younger player and the opposing team went into zone defense I only had one thought... launch it. Am I right? Often as young players we believe the best way to attack the zone is to beat it from the outside. I'm going to cover some simple strategies on scoring against a zone defense that are used on different levels of basketball throughout the world.  ]]></description>
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<title>Proper Spacing</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:17:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[By understanding basketball spacing you will get many more open shots and more open shots for your teammates. This article helps players and coaches understand what proper spacing is and how it is best accomplished. ]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Shooting Principles - The Lower Body</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:14:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Perfect practice makes perfect. In this article, I want to focus on covering some of the key principles of using the lower body and how it can affect your shooting. ]]></description>
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<title>Moving Without the Basketball</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:12:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article features expert advice for basketball players and coaches on the subject of moving without the basketball. When there is proper movement within an offense more open shots will be available and more points will be put up on the scoreboard. ]]></description>
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<title>Creating Open Shots</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:09:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An inside perspective from a former college basketball player. I love to start my articles with a story and this one is no different. I used to go to every University of Utah practice that I could possibly go to. Besides learning all sorts of new words from Rick Majerus, I got to sit in and really watch how one of the best coaches in the business practiced. He worked those kids very hard. When I signed with the University of Utah I knew exactly what I was in for because I had attended so many practices already.]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Drills for Beginner Coaches</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:04:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Tips & suggestions from a former college basketball player.  This article is mainly designed for the beginning to intermediate coach who is really wondering what basketball drills he or she can implement to improve their ball club. ]]></description>
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<title>Creating Your Own Shot - A Basketball Player's Key to Success</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:02:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article offers expert advice for basketball players looking to dominate on offense and score more points.  The other night I was watching a game and the commentators kept discussing how certain players simply couldn't create their own shot or couldn't create a shot for themselves.]]></description>
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<title>Slowing Down or Stopping the Fast Break</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:00:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I love to start my articles with a story and this one is no different. I used to go to every University of Utah practice that I could possibly go to. Besides learning all sorts of new words from Rick Majerus, I got to sit in and really watch how one of the best coaches in the business practiced. He worked those kids very hard. When I signed with the University of Utah I knew exactly what I was in for because I had attended so many practices already.
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<title>Basic Basketball Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:43:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is actually easier to do than to explain but I'll give it my best effort. Make sure that you spread your legs apart and bend at the waist. Put the ball through your legs, around one leg, back through your legs, and around your other leg, making a figure eight. I had to read that a couple times to make sure I explained it correctly. ]]></description>
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<title>Defensive Basketball Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:25:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Defense is something that is rarely kept in focus for younger players and teams suffer as a result. I've included some drills that I've used over the years and hopefully they can help you understand how to play better man to man defense and team defense as a whole.]]></description>
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<title>Becoming a Solid Basketball Defender</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:16:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A former division I college basketball player shares his thoughts on what it takes to play great individual defense.  I was the kid growing up that didn't have to play defense very much. I could score and do things on offense so I never really was forced to play defense or learn it for that matter. ]]></description>
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<title>Mental Toughness - The Secret Weapon All Great Basketball Players Possess</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:00:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ This article explains why it is so important for basketball players to be mentally tough if they want to dominate their position.  This was my greatest nemesis as a young player. I could score from almost anywhere on the court, except I had a problem with the breakaway lay-up. ]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Drills - Dribbling &amp; Ball Handling</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 14:11:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Dominant basketball players have good ball handling skills. This article features drills and tips on how a player can improve their dribbling and ball handling abilities. ]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Conditioning - The Importance of Being in Shape</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 14:09:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Great basketball players, that have the ability to take over a game, are always conditioned and in good shape. This article focuses on the thoughts & ideas of a specific basketball coach who stressed the importance of being properly conditioned. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Become a Better Free Throw Shooter - A Basketball Training Article</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:59:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Free throw shooting is a key element to the game of basketball. This article contains tips and advice on how basketball players can improve their ability to make free throws. ]]></description>
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<title>Great Basketball Players are Coachable</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:51:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many basketball players with incredible talent don't make it beyond the level of High School Varsity. One of the main reasons for this is their inability to be coached. This article will help players understand the importance of having a good relationship with their coach and how that can help them get to the playing level they want. ]]></description>
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<title>The Jump Stop - An Effective Basketball Drill</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 08:59:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article explains why the jump stop is so important in basketball and how young players can effectively learn how to apply it. ]]></description>
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<title>Basketball Recruiting Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 08:30:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article features a former college basketball player's inside perspective on how high school players can improve their chances of being recruited. ]]></description>
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