Category: Coaching
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What is a Double Team (in Basketball)?
A double team in basketball is when two defenders guard a single offensive player. This can happen when the offensive player has the ball or not. It can also be called trapping. Double teams work well when a team needs to shut down a specific player because he or she scores the majority of the…
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What is TRAVEL Basketball? (everything you need to know)
Travel basketball is a competitive basketball program for youth of all ages who want to compete at a higher level. Travel teams consist of talented players who typically “travel” to other cities and states to compete in weekend tournaments. Playing travel basketball allows youth basketball players and teams an opportunity to develop their skills and…
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How Much Does it Cost to Start a Travel Basketball Team? (Everything you need to know)
The cost to start a travel basketball team is anywhere between $1000 and up. This includes one month of gym rental space, team registration for AAU (which includes player insurance), coach background checks, registration fees for the first tournament and any necessary equipment. This does not include uniforms and all of your registration fees because these…
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Six Basic Defensive Skills All Basketball Players Must Know
Defense wins basketball games so establishing good solid defensive techniques is important. Stopping an opposing team will require your entire team to work together with a solid defensive strategy. Before an individual player can be part of a strategy they need to develop these basic defensive techniques. 1) Establish the defensive position– What is a…