Get Better at Basketball
Basketball is a fun game that always involves teamwork. You can play basketball with basic skills, but if you really want to dominate, a lot of effort and practice must be put in.
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1. Stretch. Stretching is an important part of any physical activity. You don’t want to get injured for a few months just because you forgot to stretch.
2. Know how to play. You can’t play basketball if you don’t know the basic rules of the game. Learn how to dribble, shoot, rebound, and pass. You might want to get some one better than you at basketball to be your mentor.
3. Practice. Practice by yourself or with others. Dribble up and down the court and shoot around. Practicing everyday will definitely improve your game. Practice at least 1 hour a day for at least 4 days a week.
4. Once you know the basic rules of the game and how to play, you can begin playing pickup games. Play 1 on 1’s, 2 on 2’s, or even 5 on 5’s. Play as many games as you can. You will learn how to play as a team and how to play against others. Don’t be nervous on your first game. Just try your best.
5. Watch basketball. Watch college basketball or the NBA. You can even watch pickup games at your nearby park. This way, you will learn how other people play and adopt some basketball moves from them. Watch them carefully. If you don’t know what happened, don’t be afraid to ask some one. Its better to know what’s happening than to have no clue at all.
6. Patience. You have to be patient if you want to be a good basketball player. Its also better if you start playing basketball sooner than later because you have more time to play. This is how NBA players started. They started when they were young and worked their way up to the top.
7. Love the game. If you don’t like playing basketball, then stop. You can only be good at basketball if you enjoy playing the game. Enjoying the game adds more passion to the way you play.
Tips
-Get decent basketball shoes. They don’t have to be expensive, they only have to be effective.
-Wear proper basketball clothing. Basketball shorts and a white t-shirt are best.
-Make friends. Its always better playing with other people.
-Drink plenty of water.
-Have good sportsmanship. Be nice to losers and accept losing.
