http://www.sportgorilla.com/directory.phpSportGorilla.com - The Social Utility Site Connecting SportTalking simply talent on the basketball court, I'm not sure a human has ever been better in his era. Regarding his play in the NBA, his is a tragic story filled with disappointment and obstacles he could hardly overcome. But if any of the modern players people love so much (MJ, Kobe or LeBron) had to face the same challenges, they would not have fared as well.Sat, 06 Dec 2008 21:09:30 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2779&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20pistol%20pete%20-%20already%20forgotten&view=2194http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2779&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20pistol%20pete%20-%20already%20forgotten&view=2194If you want to become the kind of athlete that people always talk about in terms of 'potential' rather than results, following the following formula:Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:28:32 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1836&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20psychology&view=2016http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1836&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20psychology&view=2016Do you know the origin of basketball?Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:53:48 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1905&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20history&view=1975http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1905&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20history&view=1975With the 2004-05 NBA season underway, there's not a more suitable time to explore what it takes to emmulate the high-flying antics of our favorite NBA stars.Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:46:38 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=1958http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=1958How to dunk a basketball. Well there are a few things one needs to keep in mind when you start dunking a basketball. One is to remember there is a lot more to the game then just the dunk. And not to spend to much time on learning how to dunk. Even though its very fun and can be addicting. But some good things about dunking is when its done during the game and you are the one doing the dunking there are fewer things that will feel as great as that. It gets your fans and teammates into the game and even more important it gets you into the game and can be a big confidence booster and a moral buster for those your playing against.Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:38:21 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2599&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20how%20to%20dunk%20a%20basketball&view=1881http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2599&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20how%20to%20dunk%20a%20basketball&view=1881What does it take to be successful in sports? I have talked a lot about motivation, confidence, and focus and desire. All of these are important, but what about luck? Do you ever wonder why athletes wear the same 'lucky shirt' in competition such as Tiger Woods wearing his traditional red shirt on Sunday or athletes who eat the exact same meal for good luck prior to competition? Some teams even go as far as not washing their jerseys until they lose a game.Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:25:48 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1836&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20psychology&view=1815http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1836&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20psychology&view=1815'My neighbor plays club basketball year round and is out indefinitely because of stress fractures in her lower legs''Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:24:57 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2534&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20youth%20sports%20specialization&view=1772http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2534&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20youth%20sports%20specialization&view=1772Struggling with your basketball shooting? We're going to begin fixing that right now!Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:57:56 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=1630http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=1630NBA Finals, Game 7...Your team is down one point...One second left... A foul and two free throws coming... Who do you want at the charity stripe?Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:09:28 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=1557http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=1557Each year, colleges and universities from all over the nation send their men's basketball teams to the "Last Frontier State" to the Great Alaska Shootout Basketball Tourney. The competition heats up the cold winter days and nights, as teams meet head on to battle for buckets. Colleges and universities get the opportunity to play against their top rivals and powerhouses of the game. These games draw in record crowds each year, as any basketball fan should not miss the chance to attend this fast paced pre season classic.Sun, 26 Oct 2008 15:31:21 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=1303http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=1303With the popularity of sports jerseys growing dramatically over the past decade, so have the number of fake or counterfeit jerseys being offered as authentic. Unfortunately, counterfeit jerseys are big business. It is estimated that tens of millions of dollars are lost each year to counterfeiters. Legitimate sales are lost, producer's royalties are unpaid, and the sports fans get inferior quality merchandise - everybody loses!Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:57:13 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2239&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20identify%20a%20counterfeit%20sports%20jersey&view=1229http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2239&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20identify%20a%20counterfeit%20sports%20jersey&view=1229I've got a confession to make. I play basketball. I play it very poorly and can't make very many of the shots that I shoot at the basketball hoop. I have a feeling that I am not alone in the world at being a rather poor basketball player. However, one thing that I'm not bad at is comparison shopping. I've mastered the ancient art of comparing prices between merchants and can usually ferret out a fairly good deal with a little bit of leg work. Basketball hoops are no different than other items when it comes to shopping for them.Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:46:14 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2177&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20equipment&view=1220http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2177&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20equipment&view=1220Static stretching actually reduces power output. Athletes should prepare for practice by doing a dynamic warm up that moves from basic, low intensity movements to faster, more explosive movements as the muscles loosen up. You want to simulate movements that athletes will go through in practice or a game. What happens when you try and stretch a cold rubber band? In a way, you can think about your muscles the same way.Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:52:20 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=367&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20speed%20training&view=1119http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=367&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20speed%20training&view=1119There are many reasons for wanting to find a pro-style system when preparing to purchase a basketball goal. These reasons are important to consider when checking out the various options and features offered by each manufacturer.Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:08:55 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2177&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20equipment&view=1103http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2177&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20equipment&view=1103What basketball shoe you wear is a crucial part of your game, especially at the competitive level.Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:40:18 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2152&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20finding%20the%20perfect%20basketball%20shoe&view=1057http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2152&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20finding%20the%20perfect%20basketball%20shoe&view=1057The arms play a significant, yet overlooked, role in sprinting and speed development. Without specifically and regularly addressing proper arm mechanics within your speed training program, full speed potential will not be realized. Today we will address this issue so that we can continue to make improvements on the athletic field.Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:21:04 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=367&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20speed%20training&view=1005http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=367&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20speed%20training&view=1005Many studies have researched athlete's experiences in The Zone. Regardless of their sport they have found many similarities in the words they use to describe their experience. Can we use their findings to give us some idea of how we can open the door a little wider to enter into it?Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:23:41 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2059&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20finding%20the%20zone&view=922http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=2059&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20finding%20the%20zone&view=922Learn how to improve your jumping skills on the basketball court with the help of this great drill - try to aim higher with each repetition.Tue, 21 Oct 2008 18:01:40 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=888http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=888The term 'Final Four' is often used to describe the final four teams remaining in a sports playoff tournament. The term is most widely used in conjunction with the final four teams participating in the annual NCAA basketball tournament. In 1974, the first public random drawing for Final Four game tickets was held. In 1975, the official NCAA publication featured the term 'Final Four' for the first time as a 32-team bracket was accepted under the terms that no conference could be represented by more than two teams. By 1981, the NCAA decided to register a trademark for the 'Final Four' term with a first use stated to be in 1978.Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:20:22 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=855http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=855You have to hand it to Ron Artest. This guy really just gets under the skins of many NBA fans. Mr. Artest, exactly who do you think you were prior to your basketball career and when you throw it all away, exactly who do you think you'll be after basketball? It's time to grow up and make your fans, what few of them you have left, proud again. Don't you think?Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:24:47 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1790&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20nba&view=830http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1790&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20nba&view=830The lay-up is the most basic shot in basketball. Unfortunately, it does not get a lot of attention when people work on improving their overall game. In a time now where fundamentals are slowly being forgotten and replaced with fancy show-boating moves, players need to remind themselves of the basic techniques of shooting lay-ups to make themselves better scorers. In this article we will discuss just a few things associated with lay-ups that will help improve your overall game.Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:22:04 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=579&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20layups&view=828http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=579&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20layups&view=828Watch these plyometirc drills in order to enlist maximal force and explosion.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:16:35 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=803http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=803Video Description: Learn how to train your muscles in order to prepare for your jumping program.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:56:03 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=800http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=800Need the best training to jump higher? Firstly, you may have to look at your own conditioning - your upper and lower muscle strength. Getting some strength into your core can really help you to jump higher. In other words you need to get in shape.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:47:30 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=799http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=799When you are playing basketball you have no doubt said to yourself, 'I need to increase my vertical jump.' Whether it be because you are disgusted for not being able to block that shot or because you are just wanting to be a better player, increasing vertical can be a major help.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:42:11 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=798http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=798Years ago, while at a UCLA coaching clinic, Coach Wooden stressed to us young coaches that our priorities should be conditioning, fundamentals, and then team play. The pre- and early-season plan must take that into account. Do this by designing your drills for the dual purpose of perfecting a skill while building conditioning. Wooden told us that, 'before working together as a team, we need to break every element of the game down into its basic parts, then begin to put the pieces together. Practice and perfect each part or the whole will not be successful. It requires hard work and repetition, always modifying, always correcting, until it all comes together. 'Practices are where championships are won'.'Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:40:05 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1990&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20season%20preperation&view=797http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1990&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20season%20preperation&view=797Learn how to perform an outside pivot shot while getting by the other team and go directly for the hoop.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:06:58 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=577&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20pivoting&view=796http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=577&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20pivoting&view=796Learn more on how to perform outside pivot and how to avoid common pivot mistakes.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:03:47 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1989&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20pivot&view=795http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1989&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20pivot&view=795Learn a few great exercises to help perfect your basketball skills on the court! Begin with these warm-up drills.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:00:35 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1988&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20warm-up%20drill&view=794http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1988&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20warm-up%20drill&view=794Learn how to use jump rope exercises in order to perform your jumps on the basketball court.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:58:27 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=793http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=793Learn how to get the ball into the post every time, no matter what level your basketball skills are at!Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:55:34 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=600&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20post%20play&view=792http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=600&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20post%20play&view=792Learn how to use baby hooks off lane cuts with no dribble in order to perfect your basketball skills.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:52:18 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1987&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20baby%20hooks&view=791http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1987&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20baby%20hooks&view=791Video Description: Learn how to improve your athletic abilities with this box jump and hop drill.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:49:52 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=790http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=790Learn how to improve your speed on the basketball court with these line jumps, defensive slides, and cross-training drills.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:04:53 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=367&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20speed%20training&view=789http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=367&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20speed%20training&view=789Here are a few great basketball drills to help you work on your catch and shoot, shot fake and jump shot as a small forward on the court.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:01:51 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1986&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20small%20forward%20training%20drills&view=788http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1986&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20small%20forward%20training%20drills&view=788Learn how to use this plyometrics drill with training aids in order to improve you basketball skills on the court!Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:58:29 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=787http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=787Practice Team 48 Drill in order to improve your conditioning for fast breaks.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:54:20 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1985&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20conditioning&view=786http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1985&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20conditioning&view=786Watch the 2 Minute 3-on-3 Full Court No Dribble drill so you can improve you court skills.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:51:03 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=502&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20drills&view=785http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=502&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20drills&view=785Learn how to push at full speed and explode into a fast break on the basketball court with the help of this push and explode drill.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:48:08 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1984&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20fast%20break&view=784http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1984&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20fast%20break&view=784Learn how to help your players improve their passing skills and reaction times with the help of this 2 ball passing drill.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:44:30 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=570&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20passing&view=783http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=570&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20passing&view=783Learn how to shoot the ball using the "L position" and the "T-Ball position".Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:40:30 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=782http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=782Learn how to establish a routine while to perform straight releases to the basket and score.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:30:26 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=781http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=781Build a total program by forming rebounding strategies for your players.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:27:06 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=61&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20rebounding&view=780http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=61&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20rebounding&view=780Watch this free-throw stunt to best prepare for the situation.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:22:34 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=779http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=779Watch these defense stunts in order to best prepare for the situation.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:19:15 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=778http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=778Watch this free-throw stunt to best prepare for the situation.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:16:14 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=777http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=777Learn the theory behind free-throw stunts to best prepare for the situation.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:11:53 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=776http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=776Utilize the time between drills for practicing free-throw shooting and improve your basketball skills.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:06:00 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=775http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=775Coach Mac's tips will improve your hoop shooting on the basketball court! This time he focuses on grip correction.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:40:25 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1983&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20how%20to%20correct%20your%20grip%20in%20basketball&view=774http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1983&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20how%20to%20correct%20your%20grip%20in%20basketball&view=774Fantasy basketball gives fans a chance to experience what it is like to manage their own franchise. If you're a typical 'back-seat driver' during the regular basketball season, there is no better chance to enforce your own decisions when comes to trading and drafting than to create your own fantasy basketball team.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 21:50:45 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1966&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20fantasy%20basketball&view=740http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1966&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20fantasy%20basketball&view=740These Basketball Shooting Tips are a great way for players, parents & coaches to learn and understand the proper mechanics and techniques needed to be a great shooter.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 21:05:30 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=728http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=728In order for basketball players to be successful on the offensive end of the court they must develop good habits. At the same time, they should avoid or eliminate bad habits. As simple as this sounds, players have a tendency to continually repeat their bad habits on the basketball court.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 20:04:45 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1956&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20strategy&view=723http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1956&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20strategy&view=723So you wanna develop a killer offense? Well, before you start wearing out your chalk, take some time to critically evaluate your team. Sit down with yourself and honestly, truthfully evaluate your team. What are their strengths; what are their weaknesses?Sun, 19 Oct 2008 19:31:18 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1952&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20formations&view=709http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1952&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20formations&view=709Agility training is the strangest craze I've ever seen. What I believe is that it actually started with pets that it was made for, but eventually it passed on to their happy owners as well. It actually consists of several types of equipment with the only purpose to teach you pet some tricks - few hoops to jump through, tunnels to rush through and poles to go round. Most pet owners find those to be fun and enjoy training their beloved ones with them. They mostly use to exercise the pets and of course to teach them do something clever enough so that the owners can show off for the neighbors too.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 18:30:25 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1944&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20agility%20training&view=693http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1944&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20agility%20training&view=693Since being a little girl, my daughter has always excelled in athletics. On the co-ed community baseball team, she was the first female to get to play on first base. Running track and field, she also competed in volleyball. With her history, it was no surprise that she decided after her first year in college to make coaching sports her career. Knowing she was naturally talented in sports, I felt her decision was a good one, but she had never worked with kids before which might present a problem.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 18:04:44 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=675http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=675The free throw is quite the important part of basketball, showing a basic level of finesse and skill in the player making the shot. Proper free throw shots can make or break a basketball game, and improving free throw percentage is a must for anyone who takes their basketball skills seriously. In this article, we'll address some of the features of good free throw shooting and help you to find your perfect shot.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:35:42 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=652http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=575&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20free%20throw%20shooting&view=652Ever noticed that even ballers who can jump really high, can't do some special dunks like 360s or windmills? They may do it in a powerful way because of their vertical leap but they can't do a certain things.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:21:02 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=642http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=642Participation in Youth Sports has steadily been on the rise for the past twenty years. Millions of children across the country take part in one or more youth sports throughout the year. It is not uncommon for children to start participating in youth sports as early as four to five years of age.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:05:32 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1911&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20youth%20athletes&view=631http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1911&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20youth%20athletes&view=631The history of what today is called the National Basketball Association (NBA) began in 1946. In 1946, it was called the Basketball Association of America (BAA). The league was mostly started by people who owned sports arenas in the United States, most importantly the Madison Square Garden in New York City. Earlier attempts had been made to start a league. There had been leagues like the American Basketball League and the National Basketball League. What made the BAA different from these leagues was they were going to play in large arenas in major cities. The early years were not good for BAA as the quality of play was not much better than competing leagues or the leading independent leagues like the Harlem Globetrotters. The Baltimore actually moved from the ABL and won the BAA title. The Minneapolis Lakers switched from the NBL to the BAA and won the BAA championship.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 15:36:27 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1905&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20history&view=612http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1905&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20history&view=612The Youth Athlete has many responsibilities and duties as they participate in their sport. They have responsibilities to themselves and their parents, their teammates, their coaches, their opponents, and the referees.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 15:23:41 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1598&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20general&view=603http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1598&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20general&view=603Training speed properly is essential for any team or athlete that wants to be successful. It's that simple. In order to run faster, you must break down your speed training into a simple progression to maximize improvements.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:41:31 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1867&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20training%20speed&view=535http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1867&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20training%20speed&view=535A solid basketball system is a prayer answered for the players. If you have a system, you are in the top ten. Basketball systems help the players feel confident that they really have something more to show the audience, and that they have a strategy to help them win the game. Even if the basketball system is a horrible invention of a sick brain, it is something good. You can at least rely on your team, and team working is something really important for the future success. So, basketball systems are something inevitable. Let's check how they work in practice!Sun, 19 Oct 2008 11:20:39 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1846&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20systems&view=494http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1846&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20systems&view=494We all have had our portion of bad days; they are inevitable. Living in the realm of today's busy working schedules, while not allowing our bodies and minds to experience any relaxing time or enjoying life's simple pleasures, has led us feeling physically ill or emotionally worn out. It is time to realize that this is actually a normal outcome of pushing yourself too hard. But what is not normal is allowing this depressing state to continue without doing anything to reverse its negative outcomes.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 10:51:17 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1836&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20psychology&view=484http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1836&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20psychology&view=484You like playing basketball, right? Yes you do. On the other hand you are not young any more (this phrase is applicable to people from 19 to 80) and you do not feel capable of running up and down the full court. It is difficult to find nine players and to play five on five. You do not have a basketball court with the official size close to your place and the last time you played, Michael Jordan was still with Chicago Bulls. Now you are really disappointed and you feel that the only thing you have among the ones needed for a good game is a ball, and you are not really sure if it is in the attic, the garage or the trash can. So, are you going to sit on your couch and watch Dwayne Wade playing against Dirk Nowitzki? Or are you going to play a basketball game on play station? I thought you said that you like playing basketball not watching it on TV.Sun, 19 Oct 2008 10:41:26 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1832&sn=%20basketball&cn=%203%20on%203&view=479http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1832&sn=%20basketball&cn=%203%20on%203&view=479...Create a positive learning environment ' encourage your players to learn new shots, try new strategies, and take more risks. Coaches create positive learning environments by focusing on what their players are doing well and building on that...Sat, 18 Oct 2008 22:33:32 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=462http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=462These days there are many big brands that cater to sports, fitness and recreation enthusiasts. Nike catapulted to number one when they hired basketball legend Michael Jordan to endorse for them because at the height of that advertising campaign everyone indeed wanted to be like Mike. They continued their reign and reinforced their being number one when they chose golf's amazing newest star then Tiger Woods as another endorser.Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:40:21 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1598&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20general&view=416http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1598&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20general&view=416I recently attended a bachelor party (isn't it a weird feeling to realize all your friends are getting married?) that was hands down the best I'd ever been to. Though I wasn't involved in the planning stages, I have to give a tip o' the hat to those who were. While most bachelor parties generally feature drinking, barhopping, clubbing, drinking, and strippers, the main event for this excursion was the Heat game vs. the Nets in early November.Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:35:20 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1791&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20parties&view=413http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1791&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20parties&view=413We all hope that the Heat turn themselves up and take-off on a course to repeat as NBA champions. But, so far, the chances look questionable at best. As is always the case during a tumultuous season, it is helpful to have some good places to go after (or even before) the game to celebrate, lament, and speculate on the outcome of future matches. To that end, I submit to you some of the best places to go in the area around American Airlines Arena.Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:33:41 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1790&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20nba&view=412http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1790&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20nba&view=412Basketball is a favorite pastime of kids and adults alike. American kids grow up with dreams of earning scholarships and reaching fame in the college league.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:07:07 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=375http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=375...Get the Rule Book: Even if you're a fan of the game and believe you know and understand it, get the rule book from the league when you accept a coaching position. Youth sports often have different rules than High School, College, or Pro leagues. The rules will change by age group and division. Knowing how long the game periods last, how many timeouts you have, and any mandatory playing time rules before the season begins will allow you to plan properly for your games...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:36:25 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=361http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=361There are many sports experts out there that claim you can increase vertical height by using plyometrics alone!Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:02:55 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=346http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=346Some of us will come home from practices and wonder, 'Why on earth did Johnny decide to come out for the basketball team if he doesn't want to try?' We spend so much time and energy on the frustration and the struggle to get players to perform at their optimum level during games.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 21:14:51 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=331http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=331As each day passes by, my daily routine takes its toll on me. I go to work, come back home, see my family and everything i do seems to choke my private time out since i had very limited few hours to myself each day. However, i have learned to buy out time inspite of my pressed schedule. Do you find time for exercising?Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:15:24 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1742&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20training&view=319http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1742&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20training&view=319Undoubtedly one of the most important aspects of basketball is passing. In order for a team to move the ball effectively they must be efficient at basketball passing.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:56:21 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=570&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20passing&view=310http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=570&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20passing&view=310The early 1990s brought a huge boom in technology throughout the world with the Internet, cell phones, and electronic mail. This expanding technology is seen everywhere from text messaging to camera phones and people can communicate with others from across the world at just the touch of a button. The technology of today is ever intensifying and the possibilities seem endless. Intercollegiate athletics and coaches recruiting are taking full advantage of escalating technology. Some coaches are even willing to jeopardize their institution's reputation by disobeying rules set up by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to gain that extra inch in recruiting prospective student-athletes.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:32:25 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=297http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1731&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20ncaa&view=297A big area of concern in NBA professional basketball is the very noticeable lack of recent success against international competition. In the quadrennial World Championship tournament, a United States team has failed to win the top prize since 1994, and in the Olympics since 2000.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:11:30 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1673&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20european%20basketball&view=234http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1673&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20european%20basketball&view=234Contrary to conventional wisdom, American professional basketball players and Euroleague teams have been actively competing for the past 20 years in direct competition other than at the Olympics. The competition began when in 1987 the Milwaukee Bucks defeated Tracer Milan of Italy, 123-111, in the opening game of the first McDonald's Open, held at the Milwaukee Arena. The Bucks beat the Soviet National Team, 127-100, in the championship game of the tournament sanctioned by the NBA and FIBA.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:33:18 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1673&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20european%20basketball&view=219http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1673&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20european%20basketball&view=219Whenever we undertake a new venture, be it coaching basketball, some kind of business startup, a hobby or whatever'we usually need help.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:04:21 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1659&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20finding%20a%20mentor&view=198http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1659&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20finding%20a%20mentor&view=198I recently sent out a survey to my global newsletter list asking for coaches to tell me what their most pressing basketball related question is.Wed, 15 Oct 2008 23:31:37 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=500&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20defense&view=161http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=500&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20defense&view=161Basketball news is one of the most popular sports news in the world. Many professional, as well as unprofessional teams are trying to raise young sportsmen, eager to play basketball. This game has its own very high demands: it is important to stay in good physical shape, devote your time to daily practices. Basketball, unlike other sport games, demands tall players. Naturally, this demand has its own reason ' it is easier to access the hoop, if you are tall, and it is also easier to hit the target. We must ask ourselves, whether the player's height plays a crucial role in the game.Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:11:35 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1598&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20general&view=99http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1598&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20general&view=99This free vertical jump program is different from most programs that you will find scattered across the internet. First of all it is not meant to be a quick fix. It will offer you an insight into how professional basketball players prepare themselves for a gruelling 8-month season. What you have found is more than a collection of plyometric drills to deliver a magical 40-inch vertical jump. This is a complete program for dedicated individuals who are serious about their basketball, and want to improve their speed, athleticism, reaction times and of course vertical leap.Wed, 18 Feb 2009 22:22:23 +0000http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=41http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=41Ever asked yourself how Randolph, Thomas, and Starbury used to cheer themselves up after all those countless loses? Here's a documentary on why everything has been going wrong for the Knicks these last, erm, 8 years'Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:43:38 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=40http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=40Watch D-Wade's face!Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:43:47 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=39http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=39Machine shoot sizzling hot, Alien one is the only one who scares machine.Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:43:55 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=38http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=38Watch how Stephen A. Smith takes no prisoners and tells the truth about Kwame Brown!Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:44:07 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=37http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=1345&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20Video%20-%20humor&view=37This article aims to provide advice on how to avoid common basketball injuries. Surprisingly enough prevention methods are available for most common basketball injuries. Unfortunately however most young basketball players don't learn about their existence until after the injury. So even though this is a topic most players would prefer to avoid, reading this article might pay off.Sat, 31 May 2008 13:04:03 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=182&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20injury%20prevention&view=17http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=182&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20injury%20prevention&view=17If you have ever spent some time watching professional basketball you will have noticed that the truly unstoppable players usually have a fade away jump shot in their repertoire. This article will give you a few hints on how to develop one and when to use it.Tue, 27 May 2008 15:22:57 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=14http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=14Ok, so you have spent the last 3 months stepping your training up a notch. Lunchtimes you are pumping iron at the gym. Three times a week you find yourself training with your team and on the other nights you are either busy with your personal fitness program or playing pickup games. And on top of that your team plays at least 1 game per week. With all this training you should be well on your way towards becoming Mr. Supreme Athlete 2008. Instead though you wake up in the mornings feeling very achy (compared to the normal 'I worked up a bit of a sweat yesterday' achy) and when you are training you feel as if you are regressing. Does this sound familiar?Sat, 25 Apr 2009 10:18:51 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=179&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20diet&view=13http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=179&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20diet&view=13Ok, so you have just spent a whole game battling double-teams. You have stuck to the game plan and made your opponent pay for double-teaming you by passing the ball and finding the open man. However, your teammates minds have been focusing on the cheerleaders. They didn't make the most out of their opportunities and now you are stuck in a tight game. At this point you can choose between giving your teammates a chance to redeem themselves, or taking matters into your own hands. If you chose the later you will need to have a good understanding on how to attack double-teams.Fri, 16 May 2008 21:41:55 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=178&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20double-teams&view=11http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=178&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20double-teams&view=11Are leaders born or made? Why does leadership appear to be situation dependent? Knowledge would be one reason. Knowing what is expected, and what needs to be done. For instance Winston Churchill was a great Prime Minister during the course of World War II, but not very efficient during peacetimes.Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:52:37 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=7http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=7Here's a challenge for you. Try to guess the top 5 irritating situations a basketball player has to deal with during the course of his basketball career. The top 4 would probably sound something like this: 1. Fighting a bigger teammate for a desired jersey number. 2. Guarding an opposing player who has not showered since 1982. 3. Being told that wearing jewellery on court is not permited. 4. Not being allowed to listen to an iPod whilst benched. And then finally, at number 5, we would hear the subject of this article: 5. Having to play with a Ball Hogging Point Guard (BHPG).Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:41:42 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=6http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=121&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20coaching&view=6Lets discuss some psychology. Don't worry, I'm not going to ask you to get in touch with your feminine side. And the metrosexual within you can by all means stay locked up and never come out, ever. I do however believe that every athlete who wants to become a competitor should read up on the sport psychology topics of attention and aggression in sport.Thu, 22 May 2008 06:46:34 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=61&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20rebounding&view=5http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=61&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20rebounding&view=5Want to develop above average ball handlings skills? Try to incorporate these few drills into your team and individual training sessions. With a bit of practice the ball will feel just like an extension of your hand.Thu, 22 May 2008 06:46:52 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=4&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20dribbling&view=4http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=4&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20dribbling&view=4Here are a few exercises that when done properly will definitely increase your leg strength, quickness and vertical leap. Being able to jump higher should just be a nice by-product. If you want to become a real basketball player instead of just a dunking freak show at the local playground, you'll value how these drills will help you to stay in front of your man on defence, and maintain good steady feet when a taller/bigger player tries to post you up. Not to mention just having great overall conditioning.Thu, 22 May 2008 06:47:12 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=3http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=60&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20plyometrics&view=3If you are a player who possesses the unfortunate combination of great dribbling skills, quick feet combined with a horrific jumpshot you have probably experienced defenders neutralizing your strengths through simply backing off of you, daring you to shoot. Dribbling skills, speed and athleticism can only take you so far. Indeed, with a good jumpshot to use as bait, even players who are slow on their feet and possess average dribbling abilities can get pass their defender with ease.Thu, 22 May 2008 06:46:08 +0100http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=2http://www.sportgorilla.com/index.php?s=3&c=5&sn=%20basketball&cn=%20shooting&view=2