The Complete Idiot S Guide To Playing Basketball

Whether watching from a courtside seat or from the luxury of a living room couch, sports fans want to know exactly what's going on in between those two hoops-from what the players are thinking, to why fouls are called, to anticipating what the players are going to do before they actually do it. And there is no better man to explain the ins and outs of America's hottest sport than the Knicks' former star guard, Walt Frazier. In his inimitable voice and style, "Clyde" turns it on as he describes the basics basketball in simple terms anyone can understand, and clues readers into what makes stars such as Michael Jordan so invincible. Includes exciting action photos and a wealth of "Clyde's Chalk Talk," "Clyde's Record Book," and "Clyde's Tips" sidebars.

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Here's the guide for current and prospective coaches that covers every aspect of effectively coaching youth basketball: teaching good sportsmanship, running an effective practice, coaching to a player's age and skill level, teaching offensive and defensive skills and drills, rules of the game, executing winning plays and strategies, dealing with parents.

Covering the rich history of the NBA, this reference includes team-by-team profiles, a look at the greatest players and coaches of all time, and highlights from great moments in basketball.

For the sports fan, this guide offers fascinating facts and tidbits on baseball, football, basketball, hockey, the Olympic Games, tennis, figure skating, soccer, and more. It contains special sections on women's sports, young people's sports, and the Special Olympics, and includes listings of winners of the World Series, the Super Bowl, the Stanley Cup, and other major competetions.

Soccer has long been the world's most popular sport. Even here in the U.S., where soccer still trails other sports at the professional level, its popularity continues to grow. In fact it's one of the fastest-growing sports at the youth level with more than 3 million participants between the ages of 6 and 14. Because it's such a fast-growing sport, many parents don't really understand the game. After all, they grew up playing baseball, football, and basketball. So each spring, a new crop of parents - with folding chairs and water bottles in hand - escort their little ones to their first soccer game, beginning their quest to understand that other game called 'football.' The Complete Idiot's Guide to Soccer Basicsexplains anything and everything a parent or new coach (often a parent with no soccer experience) needs to know to understand the game and make the most of their children's soccer experience. Topics include- Deciding where your child should play (AYSO or USSF program, recreational or travel team, etc.) What equipment is needed for games and practices Rules of the game and overview of the playing field Player positions and how they vary with age Dribbling techniques, skills, drills, and games Passing techniques, skills, drills, and games Shooting techniques, skills, drills, and games Defensive techniques, skills, drills, and games Goalie techniques, skills, drills, and games Player formations Plays and strategies Parent etiquette and participation Running or helping out with a practice

Become a great basketball player Do you love basketball? Do you want to improve you basketball skills? This is the book for you. Basketball is a game of skill and hard work. Some players are blessed with skill, size or desire. This book will help you mentally and physically get ahead of the competition. This book breaks down fundamentals, but it also gives you other things to help you be one step ahead of your peers or competitors. One of the most important parts of the game is being able to shoot. This book helps you with being a better shooter. This book includes: Rules of the game Basics of basketball How to warm up Ball handling Shooting Drills/Technic Passing drills Yoga for basketball players Parents section/improve your child health And much more