Basketball Drills Teach your kids how to pass, shoot, and "D up" like the pros with these basketball drills and practice tips. Drills You Can Do at Home Basketball Skills: Crossover Jab Step March 26, 2020 Learn how to do a crossover jab step. All you need is a basketball Basketball Drills: Pump Fake and Create Space February 26, 2020 Basketball players: use this pump fake drill to help create space on the court to shoot or make a play 1v1 Wing Defense July 30, 2019 How to play 1v1 defense on the wing. Liam Flynn explains how. Shooting Fundamentals: Hands July 30, 2019 The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Invites You To Train like the pros, With the pros. Featured at Home Basketball Activities Stay-At-Home Basketball Games April 15, 2020 Ultimate Hoops compiled a list of our favorite backyard and driveway basketball games to try from home 12 At-Home Basketball Workout Plans March 17, 2020 Extra reps will improve your ballhandling, shooting, scoring, and playmaking. Train Your Upper Body With an At-Home Basketball Workout March 17, 2020 Even without access to a gym, you can improve your lower-body and upper-body strength Basketball Drills to Do At Home March 15, 2020 All you need is a basketball and a flat hard surface to work on your game. Beginners Ball-Handling Workout April 03, 2019 Ball-handling is a skill you can always work on by yourself, at home, and now is no different The Myth of the Triple Threat Position April 02, 2019 The Triple Threat Position is a staple of basketball fundamentals, but should it be? More Athlete's Health Articles Healthy Snacking Habits at Home November 26, 2020 With kids at home more than ever this season, keep these tips in mind for healthy, satisfying snacking at home. How and Why to Teach Mindfulness to Young Athletes November 05, 2020 Help young athletes learn how to incorporate mindfulness techniques into their routine, lowering stress levels and improving concentration. Keep Your Teeth Protected as You Return to Sport November 04, 2020 Top 5 Foods to Boost Your Athlete’s Mood October 29, 2020 Find out what foods may help boost your young athlete's mood while maintaining good nutrition and also keeping them sport-ready. Six Common Volleyball Injuries and How to Prevent Them October 23, 2020 Working with Olympic level male and female volleyball players has allowed me a unique appreciation for common volleyball injuries. Since there are six players on the court, I will identify six common volleyball injuries with a focus on key prevention tips Are Your Kids Outside Enough? October 10, 2020 Kids can never be outside too much 7 Best Go-To Foods to Bring on the Road September 24, 2020 Here are a few easy options to tackle any amount of hunger with cost-effective, tasty, and healthy options on a road trip. 7 Ways to Exercise at Home With a Toddler or Preschooler September 17, 2020 At home with a rambunctious toddler or preschooler? Here's how to exercise in a way that gets your heart pumping and helps run down their energy, too. 4 Key Mindset Changes Your Athlete Needs to Make ASAP September 12, 2020 Mental toughness is a skill helps with athletic performance and everyday life but it's a skill that must be learned like any other. This article shows you how to begin the process of developing this skill. Preventing Heat Illness in Athletes September 09, 2020 Rising temperatures combined with intense sports training present the greatest risk of heat illness, especially in the first weeks of practices. And long practices in poorly ventilated gyms or studios carry a higher risk of heat illness. How Parents Can Help Athletes Grow from Stress September 03, 2020 Deborah Gilboa, MD, explains how parents and coaches can teach young athletes how to process and handle stress, rather than bulldozing it away. Why Do Tennis Stars Love Ice Baths and Can They Work for You? September 02, 2020 Experts weigh in on whether ice baths can improve performance for athletes and regular fitness buffs. Working Together with New Coronavirus Rules August 16, 2020 Coaches and parents have a bigger responsibility than ever before in making sure they are setting good examples for their athletes when it comes to the new Coronavirus guidelines. Lead by Example: Wear a Mask August 12, 2020 As youth sports open back up parents should model wearing a mask for their own safety and the safety of others. Limiting Time in the Sun is Essential for a Young Athlete August 07, 2020 Here are some tips on how to protect your athlete from the sun this season. Neuromuscular Training: What is it and how does it work August 06, 2020 Dr. Michele LaBotz, TrueSport Expert and sports medicine physician, explains exactly what neuromuscular training really means for sport, and how you can apply it to your coaching practice View all athlete health articles
