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Basketball
Charge in Basketball: What is a Charging Foul?
by Jack Boreham
This article serves as a general guide to charging fouls in basketball, defining their purpose, and explaining their importance. It explores how to execute a legal guarding position in the face of a charge and how to take a charge with the right positioning. It provides players with a foundational understanding of what a charging foul is and its rules.... Read More
The Importance of the Elbow in Basketball Shooting: Key Tips
The alignment of the elbow has an impact on where the basketball travels when going for a shot. It is a shooting motion that keeps the elbow under the ball and promotes accuracy toward the rim of the basket. For players learning the game, elbow position can sometimes explain why shots miss left or right, even when the release feels on point. It is also important to note that other body mechanics may also play a part in missed shots.... Read More
Hogging the Ball: Coaching Youth Basketball & Other Sports
This article defines ball hogging as well as explaining the impact it has on a team. It will also lay out strategies and solutions for tackling it.
Kevin Love’s Mental Health Journey and the Mission of the Kevin Love Fund
For decades, mental health has carried stigma across professional sports. Athletes were expected to perform without showing weakness. Admitting to anxiety or depression was seen as failure. This silence fueled suffering in locker rooms and homes. Kevin Love was among the first wave of NBA players to speak openly about mental health, and in 2016,... Read More
15 Basketball Dribbling Games and Passing Drills for Better Ball Handling
by Pat Clatchey
Dribbling games and passing drills are crucial for developing fundamental basketball skills like ball control, court awareness, and quick decision-making. My name is Pat Clatchey, and I’m the head varsity boys basketball coach at Mount St. Joseph High School. With over 800 career wins and 16 Coach of the Year awards, I can tell you... Read More
How Basketball Was Born: A Look at Its Origins
Basketball, one of the world’s most beloved sports, captivates millions with its fast-paced action and compelling history. Yet, many fans may not know exactly how this global phenomenon came to be. This blog post delves into the inception of basketball, exploring who invented it, when it was developed, and where it was first played. Who... Read More
