I don't understand my basketball coach?
919664
No disrespect intended, but is it that you don't understand the coach, or don't meet his expectations? Sounds like your team mates are trying to send you a msg. All this aside, if you are truly committed to staying with and improving your game work, work, work on your fundamentals and, hopefully you will grow into it. Good luck.
905554
confront the coach about it. try ur best. don't give up. & keep ur head up\n:) good luck
760839
coaches look for consistent players. im sure you've heard this a lot, but it is important that you keep your game steady. (ex. i have jamal crawford on my fantasy team who hits up to 35 points a game, but is very inconsistent, and thats why i dropped him). also, as much as they might look for height, they focus on skill more\n\nalso, they also look for other tiny things such as: not giving them attitude, giving them attention when they talk, trying your best, listening.. etc\n\nbtw thanks for your advice, and i have some more advice to give to you regarding ur other question. when you get the ball, get in a comfortable position and relax, like take a deep breath and remind yourself that you dont need to rush. next, since you are a good shooter, try this move: make a large step forward into ur opponent with ur right leg (if u are right handed) and pretend to drive, then back up and drain that sucka. becareful not to step too far though, otherwise ull be slow in pulling back up.
647569
Yh, 1 question: What has this got to do with Basketball??
823920
ok well do u want to stay on the team? Do you really care about the sport? and your school pride? \n\nHere is what i would do. If you want to stay on the team make that very clear, in high school effort is really important. If your coach sees that you are TRULY trying to get better and make your team better he should keep you. Also talk to your coach on what you can do to be a better ball player and what you can do to help the team. He will respect you for that.\n\nJust my 2 cent
706550
Try to anticipate what might be needed for practice sessions.  Listen to what the coaching staff asks you to get for them.  Always tote the basketballs for away games - that's the one item that players hate to carry.  Make sure the first-aid kit is always restocked after every game - your athletic director is the one to notify when you need more band-aids, athletic tape, safety gloves, and those chemical ice bags.  (YOU do this instead of the coach's - they already have enough on their minds having to deal with the players.   The coaching staff will appreciate it GREATLY.)   If your team's players are allowed to carry their own uniforms and shoes to away games, MAKE CERTAIN that everyone has packed what they need - uniform top, uniform shorts, warm-ups (pants and jersey), socks and shoes.  You may not be responsible for that - but you WILL get some of the blame.
946644
Tell him exactly what you just said.  Ask the Sophomore coach if maybe you can join in on one of the practices so he can see what you've got.  If everyone really thinks your that good...and they aren't just being nice, you deserve a chance with a non biased person.
896121
if your a girl i totally understand! boys and coaches totally underestimate me and tehn it takes only a few minutes after starting practice to see how much good i could do for the team! WHAT POSITION ARE YOU? that would really help me tell you what to do. iat school play basketball and i am the only girl on the team who knows what she is doing and knows howw to play good. um if you are really good and you really want this then i think in your mind and body you will dfind the strength to work your hardest and start at the game. please just understad that boys are jers soetim snad when they underestimate girls it makes them even more of jerksA!
768175
I will not try to explain the mechanics of shooting the basketball here. However I will tell you to get a book on basketball fundamentals (overall) or just on shooting fundamentals.\nMy next tip would be to tape a NBA game featuring some of the best shooters and watch them at a slow speed to watch thier mechanics. Also work with a coach to learn these mechanics, maybe going so far as to taping yourself so you can compare.\nNext get a ball and shoot shoot shoot.\nGood luck.
418433
No, he's being realistic. The dunk and the three point shot have taken all the fundamentals out of the game.  \n\nWith the exceptions of teams like the Detroit Pistons in the pro's, it's a game about feeding your best two dominant players and then putting up clock management as defense. 25 years ago, these were special plays that you saved in your bag of tricks.\n\nWhen you can defend their best player and score off the transition at will, only then should you dunk or rainbow. Until then, learn how to defend the lane.
681959
overall: after every game, ask your coach bout your mistakes and how you can improve. shooting: you have to do a lot to improve..oh, ask your coach/friends on how to bend your hand too.(different people, different positions so try all of them then use the one that you think is best!)  talking to your coach: write what you want to say somewhere that you can see, then give it to her or read it out.\ni hope it helps!!
353942
I think you should do what the coach says.  You can sit down with him in a one-on-one conversation and explain your side, but I think you have to abide by his decision even if it is not the one you want.  Otherwise, your coach might see you as a trouble maker and not play you at all.\n\nHe obviously sees something in you that speaks to him about your talent for playing on the line.  Go with the flow, explain your side in a grown up matter, but do what he says.
947938
It is simple, you can't coach height.  If someone is tall, you can teach them to box out, rebound, shoot, but you can't teach someone to be tall.
813031
I would try to seek answers at a sports store, maybe a gym or basketball  instructor, good luck
1019300
Well what's the question? Do you want to get really good or impress your coach at tryouts?  \n\nIf you want to get really, really good, the only way to do it is to practice (the right way...get guidance by good coaches)/work your butt off and play against the best players you can.  \n\nHow to impress your coaches? Well, if your tryouts are anything like the tryouts I used to go through when I was in junior high/high school (about 7-10 years ago) then most of the roster is probably already filled.  What people don't get is that tryouts (at least in my high school) are for the last few spots. So, you basically have not a lot of time to show that you stand out and the bitch of it is you don't know what kind of player the coaches are looking for or what needs they're trying to fill.  So, play to your strengths.  If you're skilled and versatile, show them that.  But, what you really need to do is go balls out on every drill in tryouts.  Play with nothing to lose. I'm guessing they want guys who want to play. I've had teammates who weren't the best players on the court, but they showed they wanted it more so they made the team. \n\nHope that helps. Good luck.
1089191
Your coach, or, any basketball coach in your area is your best source of info. If you have a YMCA, or, a really well known Recreation center, or, a Parks and Recreation Center in your town/ city , contact them for assistance.  If you were in Texas, specifically, Houston, I could help you find a camp or 2 fast. Good Luck! Don't forget, you do have Yahoo as a resource. Just search for basketball camps.
885725
First of all...congrats on trying out for the team! That's great that you're willing to try something new.\n1) you have to dribble the ball when walking (bounce the ball) if you take more than to steps without dribbling then its a travel\n2) get the round thing through the round thing! \n3) there are 2 hoops. one is for your team and the other hoop is for the other team. make sure you know which direction you're going.\n4) you can't stop dribbling and then start dribbling again...its called a double dribble\n5) There are five people from your team on the court at a time. ask your coach what the different positions are that he would want you to play.\n6) Each shot is worth 2 points, unless it's outside the three point line which means its worth three points. Free-throws are worth 1 point.\n7) there are four quarters in a game. The different times of them vary a little.\n\nThere are a lot more rules, but it would take me a long time to explain all of them. I hope you make your team. Remember, coaches like it when you show them that you work hard and do what they tell you to. Just work hard and have fun!! DON'T GIVE UP!!!!