I'm a 17 year old girl and i want to learn how to dunk. i'm quite tall for my age. not that heavy though
365249
Its probably better that you have a bigger ball since holding onto the ball is THE most important thing when going up to dunk, without a ball, no dunk. It will help you when you get a smaller ball, you will be able to hold on to it easier. Actually for jumping ability I got the Better Basketball videos, I don't know If you've seen them on TV, but they helped me get my 22 inch vertical to a 34'. Lunges and Leg weights helped me
537392
It's a matter of will.  I can't dunk and i'm 5'8, and 21...however, i've played against people shorter than me who've dunked.  all types. I even played with a 5'7 asian guy who dunked on me... just a matter of working on your hops.
826827
u have hops my friend.  u nee to get 6 inches above the rim to dunk though.  try doing lunges wit hdumbells or frog jumps.  these strengthen legs without adding extra bulk.  just hit the gym and stay in shape.
679353
Dude you really need to play when you get to high school. You're already bigger than most of the kids on my high school team--definitly me. I'm a senior and I'm 5'7 135. You'll probably grow because I've grown about a foot since my seventh  grade year. You should probably try to find a rec league right now so that you'll learn the basics and have a better chance to play when you get to high school.
392198
I would say around 13 or 14 and I would start out with something small and easy to get use to, like an inch.  You have to learn to keep your balance before you can move on to really high heels.
391187
There are a million drills you can do but you can try to practice by dribbling very "low" 8's between your legs, bouncing the ball maybe about 2 to 3 inches off the floor, with both hands.  You can also try to dribble two basketballs at once, with both your left and your right hand simultaneously around the court.  Vary speeds too.\n\nPractice behind the back dribbling.  Try dribbling around obstacles if you don't have friends who will want to be a "defender".\n\nLastly I think you can work on maybe holding the ball maybe a quarter to a half second longer in your palm, than you normally would--you would be surprised how much easier it is to juke someone.\n\nI am sure others will have other opinions too that will be better than mine.
93494
be sure that you are athletic and are able to tumble. If you can do these things then try out!
700072
you must be good at playing post.. Just try it out for now.. Maybe go up and tell him you where a guard in Middle school.. and you wish you could still play guard.. But just keep playing hard.. I'm 6foot.. and all i do is play post... Its fun, i push people around who are bigger then me... Fun times.
587637
The first guy who answered was retarded. If you want to get better you must\nA.)Practice your jump shot. Copy Jordan's. You must be able to jump in the air then shoot. That will enable you to do more difficult things like turn arounds, and fade aways.\nB.)Practice your ball handling. It may not always be fun, but unless you are 6 foot 8 you will need superior ball handling skills. You need a crossover and to be able to dribble with both hands.\nC.)Your inside game. The left handed lay-up will give you an edge because you will be able to go left or right. Work on hook shots, and floaters as well. \nD.)You must play people better than you and be willing to get your butt spanked for a while before you will learn little tricks they do and eventually surpass them through practice and hard work.\nE.)You must be in great cardio shape. Which means running a lot. Sprinting makes you faster.\n\n*Here's a little trick. Notice which foot your defender has closest to you and drive in that direction. They have less time to adjust that way. It's less effective to drive the other way unless you're gonna pull up and fade away, or your defender is slower than you.
107361
from one basketball player to another. I learned how to jump playing volleyball. stand against the wall and jump as far as you can, have someone mark it and then try to touch it again and again. as time goes on move up the mark and try to touch it. you have to do this about 30 times I'd say about three times a day. You can put ankle weights on too, just wear shoes.
306133
A 5 year old girl is too young to play real basketball but you can really teach her fundamentals.\n\nI'd suggest you must have a soft junior sized ball so she can handle it well. Teach her how to hold the ball, then dribble with 2 hands and later with 1 in stationary position. Then have a small goal, which she can practice to aim and perfect her shooting stance.\n\nCatch ball can harm those little fingers. Play with caution.\n\nSleep early. Eat vegetables. Drink milk. Height cannot be taught in basketball.
50914
I'm 15 and I like basketball It is a very fun sport and I'm good at it.
440943
Go to a good sports store for the best selection of basketball shoes.\n\nIf you are going to play, buy top of the line good quality even if they cost more money because they will give you the proper suupport for your ankles and feet.\n\nThat will save you a lot of ankle and foot injuries.
402635
You have to be able to palm the ball one handed.  Try dunk a tennis ball or a deflated volleyball see if you can do it.  If you can palm a ball, try not to dunk "down" but rather forward.
1056360
I think it a decent amount does have to do with genetics too.  If you have a lot of fast twich muscle fibers in your hamstrings, quadriceps, and calves..you may be able to do it.  But, unless you are somewhat close already..and I'm talking touching rim..I don't think you can get to dunking.  If you are close, however, I think you may have a chance...you need to practice jump squats for explosive leaping.  Good luck.
288415
Well I'm only ten years old, but I'm pretty good at basketball. I taught my brother how to play basketball by thinking up drills to help him shoot and pass. Maybe you could try that.
991483
A jumpstop should be used in place of a layup if you can't do them. Just plant your feet and shoot. Yes, both feet need to be planted. I'm not sure about the pivoting one, but I think it's okay. Just be sure to shoot! :) I'm a major basketball player, too, so trust me!