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		<title>NBA Portal for March 2012</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 06:43:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NBA Portal for March 2012 is concerned with Basketball Guides. NBA Portal is a reference basketball directory that provides basketball coaching and training, basketball camps, basketball players, instruction, communities, fan pages, players, professional, basketball leagues and more.]]></description>
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NBA Portal for March 2012 is concerned with <a href="http://www.nbaportal.com/">Basketball Guides</a>. NBA Portal is a reference basketball directory that provides basketball coaching and training, basketball camps, basketball players, instruction, communities, fan pages, players, professional, basketball leagues and more.</p>
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		<title>Site of the Month for August 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 03:58:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Site of the Month for August 2011 talks of Basketball. Directory Basketball is a web directory of basketball. Offering basketball resource, basketball information, professional, fan pages, training, coaching and more.]]></description>
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Site of the Month for August 2011 talks of <a href="http://www.directorybasketball.com/">Basketball</a>. Directory Basketball is a web directory of basketball. Offering basketball resource, basketball information, professional, fan pages, training, coaching and more.</p>
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		<title>Basketball Workout to Jump Higher</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 07:46:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alan Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you a basketball player that wants to learn how to jump higher? Most people that play basketball have the desire to increase their vertical leap but most people don&#8217;t know how to go about it. A basketball workout needs to incorporate jump training in as part of the workout. Every coach knows how to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you a basketball player that wants to learn how to jump higher? Most people that play basketball have the desire to increase their vertical leap but most people don&#8217;t know how to go about it. A basketball workout needs to incorporate jump training in as part of the workout. Every coach knows how to teach the fundamentals of basketball but that does not mean that they have an extensive knowledge of jumping or the proper techniques involved.</p>
<p>Many coaches teach many wrong practices when it comes to jumping so don&#8217;t go by what you hear a coach say unless they are a top notch sports and conditioning coach at a University. High school coaches for the most part are in no way qualified to teach jump training. A true regimen will not exist just to make the athletes sore and too many coaches and players believe that if a workout makes you really sore it is a great workout. This could not be further from the truth. In order for a workout to be effective you need to be training the proper areas of the body and training in the right way. </p>
<p>You need to do plyometrics along with weight training for the best results. Lets take a look at some of the strength training exercises that you could do. Calf Raises until you can do massive amounts of weight with great form and full range of motion. You don&#8217;t want the calves being the reason that you aren&#8217;t reaching yours goals. Training them hard is a great way to ensure that they don&#8217;t hold you back from your goals. When you jump you don&#8217;t squat all the way down before jumping so you need train by doing half squats and quarter squats as well. Doing them all will ensure that you get a deep bend before jumping because your legs will have the strength to hold you up. Cleans are a very technical workout that will help develop explosive power in the legs and the entire body, make sure that you are doing them correctly before doing heavy weight. </p>
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		<title>Choosing the Basketball Hoops That Are Ideal for Backyards</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Mar 2011 04:37:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Basketball Hoops]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Basketball hoops are widespread sights in every house&#8217;s backyard, garage, playgrounds and many more. Individuals simply love basketball. You&#8217;d probably often observe, father and son, sometimes even daughters, siblings, peers, colleagues playing basketball during their spare time. It&#8217;s awesome how basketball can improve relationships and develop a good partnership among individuals. Right now, it is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Basketball hoops are widespread sights in every house&#8217;s backyard, garage, playgrounds and many more. Individuals simply love basketball. You&#8217;d probably often observe, father and son, sometimes even daughters, siblings, peers, colleagues playing basketball during their spare time. It&#8217;s awesome how basketball can improve relationships and develop a good partnership among individuals.</p>
<p>Right now, it is crazy to play basketball with no a basketball hoop. It is like actively playing soccer without a goalie. It merely makes the game dull. It is just amazing how people precisely measure the distance of a 3-point shoot from very far. The higher the hoop, the more awesome the shot would get.</p>
<p>The reply to the first question is of course the class. Whenever we say high quality, we talk about the brands as well as the maker. You can look the internet concerning which maker offers the ideal quality basketball hoops within the market. The material can also be a significant thing to consider. Is it made of acrylic, tempered glass, or both? The size and the width of the hoop system can be another. It follows that the broader the hoop is, the more pricey it will get.</p>
<p>The response to next one is by means of the net. Many old basketball hoops are custom-made. However, these are normally not variable and tend to rust over time. You can find a lot of online basketball hoops suppliers. They offer a broad array of specially designed basketball hoops and its paraphernalia in a very reasonable cost. These web sites also offer customer support for all individuals intrigued to learn about these products plus some suggestions on how you can preserve their basketball hoops.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s also crucial to take into account the several kinds of basketball hoops offered. If you would like a hoop for ones family that you want to put within your garage, you would possibly want to think about a residential basketball hoop. That has adjustable hoop heights and tempered glass that can be compared on the ones seen in college or high school courts. Outdoor basketball hoops will also be ideal for household use. It has an all- weather construction feature that ensures toughness for the very long period of time. These also provide adjustable poles to match into your family&#8217;s functions and specifications.</p>
<p>In purchasing your private basketball hoops, the sturdiness must always be first in your mind. Many of these hoops are very pricey and you would of course want to make certain which you may maximize every single penny that you have invested on it. Therefore both you and your loved ones, including your friends can delight in its use for a long period.</p>
<p>You may want to think about buying portable and in ground basketball hoops for your family. These are generally guaranteed sturdy and one that features adjustable pole levels, so family members, old and young might have pleasure playing their much-loved game in your residence.</p>
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		<title>Basketball Rules</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2011 06:41:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alan Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Basketball rules came into being the day the game was first played in 1891. The international basketball rules are governed by the technical commission of the International Basketball Federation. Most leagues, including the NBA (National Basketball Association), govern with their own rules. The primary objective of basketball is to score more points by putting the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Basketball rules came into being the day the game was first played in 1891. The international basketball rules are governed by the technical commission of the International Basketball Federation. Most leagues, including the NBA (National Basketball Association), govern with their own rules. The primary objective of basketball is to score more points by putting the ball in opposition&#8217;s basket, which is placed ten feet above the ground. On completion of the game, the team that scores the most points wins. Recreational and high school games last thirty-two minutes, college and international games last forty minutes, women&#8217;s professional games last forty minutes, and men&#8217;s professional games last forty-eight minutes.</p>
<p>Referees on court are administers of the basketball rules. A basketball team consists of five players. A game begins with a &#8216;jump ball&#8217; at the centre of the court, in which the referee tosses the ball high into the air and two players of each team line up in the middle of the court and try to direct the ball to one of their teammates. As per basketball rules, the team that possesses the ball plays offense and the opposition plays defense, protecting their basket. The offensive team has a set time, usually thirty-five seconds to score by putting the ball through the opposition&#8217;s basket. The player possessing the ball cannot run or walk with the ball without dribbling. Once the player stops dribbling, the ball must be passed or shot, or it must be touched by another player before the original player can regain the ball.</p>
<p>According to basketball rules, there are two ways of scoring points; the first is to make a basket, which is worth 2 or 3 points, depending on the distance of the shot. The second way is to score a foul shot or free throw, which is awarded to a player when the opposition commits a personal foul or a technical foul. Possession of the ball alternates when the offense scores or when the defense is successful in gaining the ball. When the offense team misses a shot, the ball is free and all players have equal opportunity to retrieve the ball, which is called making a rebound.</p>
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		<title>Become a Great Basketball Player</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Basketball skills like shooting, ball handling, rebounding, stealing the ball, setting picks and screens, defense, keeping the post or boxing out, passing, blocking shots, moving without the ball, and foot-work are going to be your foundation especially a good jump shot. Now if you want to get to the next level of competition you must [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Basketball skills like shooting, ball handling, rebounding, stealing the ball, setting picks and screens, defense, keeping the post or boxing out, passing, blocking shots, moving without the ball, and foot-work are going to be your foundation especially a good jump shot. Now if you want to get to the next level of competition you must perfect your basketball skills and practice drills like you were playing in a game. Here are some great practice tips to make you the best you can be:</p>
<p>1. One-Spot Shooting &#8211; Shot continuously from one spot on the court until you hit 90% of your shots, then move to a new spot and repeat. Eventually you will be able to hit shots at incredible accuracy from anywhere on the court. Practice jump shots, lay-ups, hook shots, fad away jumpers, and standing shots with each hand. Practice dribbling before the shot, fake before the shot, basically shot as if you had a defender in your face.</p>
<p>2. One-hand Dribbling &#8211; Use one hand to dribble with, go through your legs, around and behind your back, over your shoulder, back and forth, side-to-side, high powerful bounces and low fast bounces. Do this with one hand at a time.</p>
<p>3. Plyometrics &#8211; You must be able to jump. You will most likely get a lot of jumping practice while playing, but to really unleash you full potential do some plyometrics. Try repetitive jumping from one spot bend down to your jumping angle and explode back up as high as you can, stay on the ground for only enough time for you to gather enough energy to jump as high as you can.</p>
<p>4. Squats and Leg Presses &#8211; You need major strength in your legs if you want to jump higher, hold the post, set better picks and screens. So you will need to be able to lift 2-3 times your body weight for squats and at least double that for your leg press. This will be painful, but you will gain tremendous strength, which will elevate your game quickly.</p>
<p>5. Upper Body Press and Pulls &#8211; Don&#8217;t forget about your upper-body. Fast hands means better dribbling, more steals and blocked shots, and a quick release shot. To increase your hand speed do push-ups, chin-ups are excellent for hand speed, shoulder presses, handstands, and shadow boxing. Now go out there and grab the rock!</p>
<p>6. Sprints &#8211; The best way to Increase HGH (Human Growth Hormone) is by running 5-10 second sprints. Sprints or any intense exercise will increase your HGH by as much as 300% for a few hours. What this means is that you will get faster, stronger, bigger muscles to take your basketball skills to the next level.</p>
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		<title>Indoor Basketball Systems</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 04:26:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As hoops season tips off it&#8217;s time to start thinking about the basketball backboard and rim systems in your gymnasium. From junior recreation leagues and high school to junior college and division one NCAA programs both men and women players are getting bigger, stronger and faster and the stress this can put on rims and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As hoops season tips off it&#8217;s time to start thinking about the basketball backboard and rim systems in your gymnasium. From junior recreation leagues and high school to junior college and division one NCAA programs both men and women players are getting bigger, stronger and faster and the stress this can put on rims and backboards increases the chance for damage and injury. Years ago power dunks and high flying players were limited to a few elite NBA stars but now even middle school players are doing their best Daryl Dawkins impression and trying to smash the glass of backboards when they throw down a vicious slam. Make sure your school or gym has high quality, durable and strong basketball backboards, backboard padding and goals to handle the strain of muscular kids.</p>
<p>No matter how strong or durable your indoor basketball system is you should always have a replacement system as back up just in case. Aside from players hanging on the rim after a dunk or inadvertent contact during blocks and rebounds basketball rims, backboards and nets eventually wear over time and having a solid back up ready to install can turn a postponed game into a short 15-minute wait. You can find solid replacement packages that include glass backboards, adjustable breakaway goals, bolt-on edge padding and nylon or chain netting to provide instant replacements for damaged or unsafe basketball system equipment during games and practices. Another good idea for basketball accessory equipment is backboard padding that comes in a wide variety of colors and helps protect players from head injuries when jumping high underneath the backboard.</p>
<p>Great for any indoor gymnasium is a portable basketball system that can be wheeled in a hurry to keep the game or practice going. Designed to meet the demands of adult recreation and elementary school play a portable rim and backboard system features a direct mount breakaway goal, rust-resistant powder coat finish, front mast padding on the basketball mount and durable acrylic backboard. Keep your players safe and the game and practices going with excellent indoor basketball system replacement equipment and portable goal units.</p>
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		<title>The Origin of Basketball</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2010 07:05:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The origins of the game of basketball can be traced back to a gentleman by the name of Dr. James Naismith. In 1861, Naismith was born in Almonte, Ontario, Canada. During his early school days, Naismith would play a game called duck on a rock whereby the child would endeavor to knock the duck off [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The origins of the game of basketball can be traced back to a gentleman by the name of Dr. James Naismith. In 1861, Naismith was born in Almonte, Ontario, Canada. During his early school days, Naismith would play a game called duck on a rock whereby the child would endeavor to knock the duck off the top of the rock with a toss of another rock. Later on, Naismith would go on to McGill University in Montreal and would later become McGill University&#8217;s Athletic Director. He would subsequently move on to YMCA Training School in Springfield, Massachusetts and in 1891, the game of basketball began.</p>
<p>Given the cold Massachusetts winters, Naismith needed to find a recreational activity that could be played indoors and he preferred a sport that would develop skill and one that was not exclusively relying on strength. The first game was played with two peach baskets for goals and a soccer ball. Further to his credit, Naismith became a medical doctor specializing in sports physiology and a Presbyterian minister. Naismith was able to see his beloved sport of basketball, gain acceptance in numerous countries through the YMCA since 1893. As well, the sport of basketball was brought forth at the Berlin Olympics in 1936. As we speak, the game of basketball has become a very popular professional sport.</p>
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		<title>Basketball Hoop Accessories</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 07:02:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What accessories can you add to your basketball hoop to make playing basketball more fun? More importantly, what can you add to bring your game to the next level? The things you can add are lights to play into the night, return aids, rebound helpers, retention net, and a ball carrier. Lights are most definite [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What accessories can you add to your basketball hoop to make playing basketball more fun? More importantly, what can you add to bring your game to the next level? The things you can add are lights to play into the night, return aids, rebound helpers, retention net, and a ball carrier. Lights are most definite for outside courts. They allow you to truly play at night, and nighttime is some of the best time to play. It is cooler and simply has a better atmosphere. Some options for lights are just your average light that you put on your garage, or you could get a light up basketball net. These nets glow in the dark and some even light up extra when you score. Kind of cool. You can also get glow in the dark basketball as well.</p>
<p>Return aids also called basketball return nets or basketball chutes are very helpful when you are shooting and you want the ball to come back to a desired location like shooting free throw. These are connected to the rim and when a shot is made, the ball goes back to where the return net was pointing. Rebound helpers can be people, but I was talking about a piece of equipment that helps improve your rebounding ability. This device is placed inside the basketball hoop and helps with your rebounding skills. We all know how important rebounding is in the game of basketball. You need to practice more than just your dribbling and shooting out on that court.</p>
<p>A retention net helps you in rebounding ball. They are hooked the back of the basketball hoop and are big nets that catch all makes and miss of shots. These are somewhat spend, but allow you to get off a lot more shots because your ball will not be flying everywhere because the retention net will be catching it. Ball carriers are also very helpful if you have a lot of balls to go with them. With a lot of balls you do not have to chase after the misses. You can just grab the next ball of the rack. After you are done with a drills, you can take a break by picking up all the balls that went all over the place.</p>
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		<title>Comparing Portable Basketball Goals</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:57:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alan Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The portable basketball goal includes a mechanism that allows the height of the goal to be adjusted so players can get the most action for their size. Of course, there are different types of mechanisms that can be found in these goals. At the bottom end, you&#8217;ll find telescoping poles. These poles work by letting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The portable basketball goal includes a mechanism that allows the height of the goal to be adjusted so players can get the most action for their size. Of course, there are different types of mechanisms that can be found in these goals. At the bottom end, you&#8217;ll find telescoping poles. These poles work by letting you compress a pin to make the goal lower. While the mechanism is fairly easy to understand and learn, getting accuracy is more difficult. You won&#8217;t be able to adjust the height much either, usually just a couple of feet. On the bright side, this mechanism is the least expensive and is most likely to appear in the cheapest portable basketball goals. Another option is the quick-adjust mechanism. Again, this is fairly simply to learn how to use and gives you a little bit more room for adjustments, usually around 2 to 3 feet.</p>
<p>Rim mechanisms known as Action Grip and Power Life are higher level options. These use a squeeze handle that can be found behind the basketball pole. The difference in height possible is about the same as with the quick-adjust method, however. Now if you want accuracy in the rim adjustment then you&#8217;ll want the Power Life choice because you can adjust in any increments you want whereas the Action Grip only lets you move the height in six inch increments. Because the Power Lift is a pneumatic device, you&#8217;ll usually have to pay more for the feature. Finally, you can find the Rapid-Cam mechanism on the top of the line portable basketball goals. For the most part, you won&#8217;t find this on the average basketball system and it doesn&#8217;t really do much more than the Power Life but it is built for the heavier portable units.</p>
<p>A better option is a rim that is attached using a dual spring compression mount. Because the spring can absorb some of the force from the dunk during an aggressive game, it is likely to break than the static mount. However, problems are still common with this type of rim mount. You might instead want to look for rims that are mounted using both a static and a flexible component because this combines the stability of the unmoving mount and the absorption of the non-static mount. Many of the brands of portable basket ball goals on the market do allow you to upgrade your rims. You might purchase a less expensive model then later add a higher quality rim. You should check with the manufacturer first and be prepared to use some tools of your own to make the switch. However, this option does give you more choices when purchasing your portable basketball goals.</p>
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