November 3rd, 2011
If you have ever heard mothers of very young children when said child has a drinking cup in front of him, you will undoubtedly hear, “Use two hands” as they allow the child to drink on his own. The same can be said when it comes to passing in basketball. Use both hands.
Two hand passes come in a variety of forms, but mastering the fundamentals of all of… Continue reading
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October 25th, 2011
We are back to good fundamentals with the Wall and Ball Two Hand Pass Drill. Playing basketball looks so easy when you’re sitting in the stands. But for players, good players, that easy look is developed through practice and concentration on mastering fundamental skills.
This drill will help you do that. All you need is a basketball and a wall (with no windows!). Combine this drill with… Continue reading
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October 6th, 2011
For beginners and intermediate players, mastering the fundamentals of passing is crucial to building a team on the court. Develop that passing proficiency and confidence with the Wall and Ball Two Hand Chest Pass Drill.
All you need is a wall (with no windows) and a basketball. Combine this drill with a drill shooting baskets on your Goalrilla Goal Basketball Goal in your driveway or on your… Continue reading
Tags: basketball court, basketball goal, basketball system, chest level, pivot foot
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June 23rd, 2011
It takes two, baby —
Really, it takes more than two on the basketball court, but it’s the idea that a team is more than one player and a good team moves the ball between players to win games – and that requires passing.
Developing a strong, fundamentally sound stationary two-handed chest pass is a key… Continue reading
Tags: ball, basketball, basketball system, body, foot, game court, goalrilla basketball goal, pivot foot, player, shooting hoops
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May 26th, 2011
Fundamentals – fundamentals – fundamentals.
You’re probably tired of hearing it, but it’s true:
Improve form and technique with good fundamentals and your game will improve. You’ll make more baskets and be a basketball scorer rather than just a shooter. (There is a difference, you know.) It’s precise skill that turns shooting into points.
The Basketball Goal Store is where you’ll find the premier, in-ground Goalrilla Basketball Goal equipment… Continue reading
Tags: basketball, basketball shooting, body, Cocked, Flexed, goal equipment, goalrilla basketball goal, Head, pivot foot, precise skill
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May 24th, 2011
If you want to be a scorer, concentrate on your form. When the fundamentals come automatically, your performance will improve.
Not only does the Basketball Goal Store offer premier Goalrilla Basketball Goal systems, they’re also interested in helping players learn and practice fundamental skills.
Check back often (or subscribe to our blog!) where you’ll find resources to help you learn correct form with step-by-step instructions, tips… Continue reading
Tags: arm position, ball, basketball goal systems, basketball shooting, body, form, goalrilla basketball goal, Head, pivot foot, Shot
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May 19th, 2011
If you’ve been following our series on Fundamentals of Shooting (Perimeter) you’ve read the instructions and watched the video.
There are a few extra little tidbits to add that might help you understand why these three phases, and mastering the fundamentals are important in developing that “shooter’s touch.”
As I said before, everyone here at the Basketball Goal Store knows equipment is important which is why we offer the best (and, I… Continue reading
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