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Playing pickup basketball is more than just a workout, it is also a way to interact with one another and a great way to relieve stress. There are many different aspects of pickup basketball, people that are very competitive on court although aggressive, can be very kind off court. On the other hand, there are people that just enjoy playing the game. There are many group dynamics in play in these pick up games. For example, there are many ways to choose teams in pickup basketball : shooting from…

The height of an NBA basketball hoop is 10 feet above the ground. The backboards are 72 inches wide and 42inches in height. Another thing is the inner rectangle on the inside of the backboard that you are told to aim for when shooting which is 24 inches wide and 18 inches tall. Also all basketball rims are 18 inches in diameter. The actual basketballs used are about 9.55 inches in diameter. This leaves around 8.5 inches for the ball the go into the net. I would have 8 different spots around…

The article titled Athletic Scholarships discusses the beginning of volleyball and how it was originally referred to as mintonette. Volleyball was invented in 1895 by William G Morgan in Holyoke, Massachusetts. William Morgan was a graduate of Springfield College of YMCA (n.d). In another article called History of Volleyball it mentions that Morgan was trying to invent something that was less strenuous than basketball for older people, so they could exercise without overdoing it (n.d). Morgan…

Basketball is a very popular sport that almost anyone can play.People of all ages play this game and some are really awesome at it. I love basketball and pretty much everything in it. I love the intensity the speed the pressure it's just really fun to me. There is a really awesome feeling you get when you make a shot and your team is cheering you on.Basketball is a awesome sport that I can either practice by myself or with friends.Being on a basketball team is awesome to me because I have made a…

The layup is the easiest shot to perform in basketball. This technique will usually be used to score the most points in a game. It is quick, simple and when done correct it can’t be denied by the opposition. The layup has three phases, the dribbling phase, the stepping phase and the jumping/landing phase. The muscles used are forearm, biceps, trapezius, deltoids, gastrocnemius, quads, wrist. The layup uses a lot of flexion and extension of muscles and joints. In the dribbling phase your quads…

Basketball is the speed up game which established in 19th century from there to till now the game is modify technically because whole game is based on technical skills. Shooting is the principal method used to score points in basketball and for this reason it is the most frequently used technical action (Hay, 1994). Basketball is a sport that scores determines its results, and shooting skill determines score percentage which means shooting skill determines the result of a basketball game to…

Betting against the basketball odds, especially the point spread can be tricky wagers, since unique situations present themselves on a nightly basis. Covers.com presents the NBA odds for each game, plus offers current information that helps bettors’ sort out some of these situations. There is also a way you can hedge your chances of winning, by learning how to use individual player matchups to gain an edge in the over/under line. Keep in mind, that the NBA odds makers are keen to the idea that…

Shooters are considered as the most valuable asset in basketball because they have the skill and aptitude to break it open in the pitch at any time. As a beginner or a young player you need to have good shooting mechanics and be familiar with the fundamentals in order to be a good shooter. Here are some important basics and tips of basketball shooting for a trainee. 1. Balance in shooting Your body should be relaxed and balanced when shooting the ball. First, make sure both of your feet are…

I would like to recognize Jed Smith as an exceptional individual as well as collegiate strength and conditioning coach. His knowledge, personality, and altruistic character led the University of Northern Iowa to new heights. I was a student-athlete at the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Exercise Science when Jed became the head strength and conditioning coach. Jed started a tradition and foundation at UNI on an academic level as well as athletic. Academically, he worked closely with…

Emmitt Smith won 3 Super Bowl titles in 4 years; he is also the NFL all-time leader in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns. As a young kid, Emmitt Smith dreamed of playing for the Dallas Cowboys, but he had to face many obstacles to make his dream a reality. Born in Pensacola, Florida, he was an outstanding football player in high school, which later on grew up to play football at the University of Florida. Emmitt Smith married Patricia Southall on April 22, 2000. He has three kids Rheagan…