I dont know what to do to make the basketball team?
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Practice and make sure you are in good shape
137834
frst get 2 a gud coach & get ur shootin action ryte\nnext start from da near shots & get ur free throws perfect   (u knoe witout jump)\nthen start practicn\n\n\nall this wil take at least a month if ur a starter\nanyway u gotta perfect ur shootn action b4 startn 2 practice
782909
One suggestion is, If you don't want to be on the team, you could do badly in try-outs and not make it. \nIs it that you just don't like basketball, or you don't like sports at all? Maybe if you played another sport, they would be ok with it. Or, join another activity and get involved. Your parents just may want you to find a hobby, and they may think that basketball is the best one for you. If you can show them that you are dedicated to another activity/sport, I'm sure they will understand. Good luck!
1090871
If you're going out for the bball team, you'll want to have some speed/agility.  Basically, focus on some exercises that will build explosiveness in your legs, calves.  More importantly though, work on your ball-handling skills, shooting and footwork.  You'll find the best bball players are those who have spent countless hours in the gym (court), or on the playground, honing their skills.\n\nExplosive exercises such as cleans and snatches will help.  Also try squat jumps, various medicine ball routines.  Step ups on a lowly set bench, with light dumbbells are a good one as well.  You can reference the below website for more info.
216886
Don't try to become a guard. If you want to become more of a perimeter player learn more small forward skills. Try to become quicker in order to be able to guard smaller players and to get past them as well. Improve your ball handling skills. You don't need to inprove them drastically, just to the point that you can dribble while on the run. And just because you're a perimeter player means you have to have good shooting. You can be like Grant Hill and be more of a penetrator.
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u should have fun and make friends. Some pointers might be learn how to shoot right and just practice. And if u dont start its okay u might as well have fun. It depends on ur height. If ur tall center or powerforward. if ur medium height small forward or shooting guard. if u are short u play point guard. It all depends on how tall u are u can email me at buckswillmakeplayoffs@yahoo.com if u need more pointers
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First Practice for 4 Hours each day.\nThen Follow my routine.\nABout 8 feet away from the rim try to make ten in a row then when you accoplish that do five in a row freethrows\nand then 3 in a row Three Pointers (Nba) and then 20 in a row layups
749130
There are alot of things you can do to help your game. Do some dribbling drills where you are on both sides of the court looking at the rim only. Do straight dribbles with both right and left hands, making sure the ball does not go above your waist. Then do between the legs down the court with your head facing the basket and still looking at the rim. Every dribbling drill you do, you should ALWAYS be looking at the rim. The reason you look at the rim is because it helps you with your court vision, giving you the ability to see the whole floor and not miss your teammates when they're open. You should be low on your dribbles all the time. Then go up and down the court going between your legs backwards, the same way you go between your legs frontward, do it backwards.  Then go behind your back up and down. MAKE SURE YOU  ARE LOOKING AT THE BASKET! Then take 3 dribbles to the right and go between the legs and dribble to the left (with the left hand) and do the same thing down the floor, LOOKING AT THE BASKET. Those are just some things to start out with. You can email me and I will help you out a little more. But if you cannot look at the basket while you are doing some of these drills, you will not improve your dribbling skills. You must use all three lanes when doing these drills also. Start on the left side of the court and then go to the right side and finish off in the middle and watch your court vision increase.  \nAs far as shooting goes, you need a partner. It is okay to shoot by yourself sometimes but you need to have a partner that can get your rebounds. The one thing I suggest by yourself is to shoot a lot of free throws and dribble from the timeline to second hash mark line where you set up for free throws and shoot from there. Then do the same thing, this time shoot from the 3rd line. But shooting you need a partner. \nGOD BLESS YOU and good luck this year
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Each individual has different ways to get ready for a game.  You have to find something you do during regular times, outside of basketball, that you enjoy.  For example, some players love music and they listen to MP3s before the game, or some players love video games, so they read video game magazines before the game.  But once you start stretching out, start focusing into how to make your team better.  You seem to be a good player so no need to think about scoring and any of your skills since these should be second nature to you.  And by focusing in making your teammates better, you will not worry as much and keep you calm.
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try out for an aba team, they have open tryouts and a lot easier to make. check them out abalive dot com . a lot of nba scouts go to some of their games. that or either buy live 06 and create a player.
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If you play basketball now and want to play in college, talk to your coach about some possibilities.  Then, I would say to go see your guidance counselor.  They are there to help you and to provide information.
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If you are taking longer shots toward the basket, then you will want to learn a jump shot. You jump then shoot the ball before you land. One hand holds the ball steady and the other pushes it toward the basket. You will also want your hand that pushes the ball to fall down giving the ball a rotation. \nIf you are taking higher percentage shots or shots closer to the basket, you will want to learn how to do post up moves. Plant your pivot foot (the foot you can't move) Depending on what foot you hold use the other foot to maneuver around your opponet and make a move for the basket. \n\nYou can also gain position on your guard by backing up toward the basket and then turn and shoot a quick jumpshot, or if you are close enough bank it off the glass for a layup.\n\nLayups are very important in basketball. You must be able to lay the ball on the glass so that it falls right into the basket. It is the highest percentage shot that can be done besides the dunk.\n\nWhen you pass the ball you want to either bounce it to a teammate or throw it. These throws need to be at least chest high. If you bounce it make sure that you aren't bouncing it from too far a distance.\n\nDribbling the ball is very important. You can't move down the court or anywhere on the court without dribbling the ball as you walk or run. If you pick up the ball after dribbling you can't start dribbling again. If you do it is called a double dribble and will result in a turnover to the other team. \n\nIf you catch a pass from someone you can move one foot and the other becomes the pivot. You can dribble anytime you want to even after using your pivot as long as you haven't dribbled yet.\n\nHave fun practicing! :) Watch the NCAA tourament and you will learn alot about ball handling and plays that can be run. Pick and Roll, Give and Go. All these things you should be able to watch and get a better understanding for. :)\n\nHope some of these things helped :)
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They look for hustle work your but run as fast as you can.  do well on offense dont try to do to much but also dont pass up open shots.  Play great defense dont let no one get by you
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I think you guys should have lunch or hang out together in a team building activity outside softball.  I am serious..this will help build morale.  Maybe, hang out at a bar or watch an inspirational movie...like the a baseball movie..The Rookie or Bad News Bears. Also, set up a practice and work on your weaknesses.  I totally understand what you mean..except I was in a basketball team.  It is important to have fun...but when the losses pile up..its tough!  You just have to play your best and your teammates have to trust each other.  Good luck.
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Be in shape before the season.  That means interval work (sprint/jog/spring/jog) and distance work.  You will have an edge over all the other players because your skill level will not drop off due to fatigue.  Be open minded because your coach may have a different approach to the game than your previous coaches.  \n\nLastly, work on your skills, dribbling, juggling, and if you can find someone to work with, passing and shooting.  And do not forget to work on your weak foot.  Coaches look for players with the ability to play multiple positions and capable with both feet.
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You have to be invited to a team's training camp. In order to get to that point, you should probably have an agent. Good Luck!
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A freshman basketball team coach is probably looking for a few things, but the most important ones would be:\n\n1. Current Level of Skill\n2. Potential (Because eventually freshman play senior ball)\n3. Athleticism\n4. Teamwork!\n5. Attitude\n\nBasically, be humble, and do what the coach says.....and let your abilities talk for you. Something that seems to be overlooked so far is that the easiest way to make a basketball team is to absolutely lock people down with your defense. Defense requires much less skill than Offense, and therefore opens the door for hustle players to make the team as well. \n\nGood luck in tryouts.