LEARNING THE GAME OF BASKETBALL

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Shooting is an essential skill in the game of basketball. Volume 2 of Learning the Game of Basketball is devoted to the craft of shooting. To become a great shooter takes technique and practice. Learn about the fundamentals of shooting form and how you can improve your shot.

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Volume 1 is intended for players and families who are new to the game of basketball. This short read will introduce the most basic principles of the game.

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En el volumen 1, leemos sobre los conceptos básicos del deporte de basquetbol. Esta breve lectura presentará a los jugadores, entrenadores y familias las habilidades individuales ofensivas y defensivas más importantes.

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LIFT AS YOU CLIMB

A collection of thoughts on goals, leadership and physical and mental growth.

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Coach Noza's Blog.

Coach Noza's Blog

Aug 23, 2016

Mastery Does Not Mean Perfection

Aug 23, 2016

With just one error, their goal for an Olympic medal is derailed. They have gone over thousands of hurdles in their training. How do they hit one at this point?

Just like any other skill, mastery does not equal perfection.

Aug 23, 2016

Aug 15, 2016

Basketball, Self-Improvement, Success

The 4 Lenses of Leadership

Aug 15, 2016

Basketball, Self-Improvement, Success

The highest value in leadership must be humility. This is not a doubt in our own ability to lead, but our desire to serve the needs of others before our own.

Aug 15, 2016

Basketball, Self-Improvement, Success

Salem Hoops Project Community Commitment Award

Jun 6, 2016

Basketball, Goals

Salem Hoops Project Community Commitment Award

Jun 6, 2016

Basketball, Goals

This award cknowledges a volunteer who has been committed to serving at our clinics, been actively involved in high school athletics, and most importantly represents the community well through character and academic progress.

Jun 6, 2016

Basketball, Goals

Ball handling workouts.

LEVEL 1 WORKOUT

More workouts coming soon...

There will be 15 workouts released throughout the coming weeks. Improve your skills at home! Visit salemhoopsproject.org for more.

Drills for home.

JUMPSTOPS AND PIVOTS

Here is a quick drill to give young basketball players repetitions at jumpstops and pivots. Check out more at salemhoopsproject.org .

RIP THOUGH DRILLS

Here are a few variations on using a Rip Through. These help you stay strong with the ball while using a quick step to attack your defender. Visit salemhoopsproject.org for more drills.

BALL HANDLING LEVELS

These drills work on controlling the basketball at different levels. Use a combination of 1 ball and 2 balls when you practice. Check out more at salemhoopsproject.org .

INSIDE PIVOT PROGRESSION

Here are 4 ways you can attack your defender after catching the ball using an inside pivot. Check out more at salemhoopsproject.org .

FINISHING FOOTWORK

PART ONE

Improve your footwork around the rim using these drills. Start without dribbling, then add the dribble. Check out more at salemhoopsproject.org .

PART TWO

These drills help you transfer the basic footwork you saw in part one into more of a game-like situation. Find a friend to play some dummy defense to make these drills even better. Check out more at salemhoopsproject.org.

"1-2" SHOOTING FOOTWORK

This series develops your ability to catch the ball off of a "1-2" step. All players need to be able to shoot the ball with this footwork in addition to a hop step. Check out more at salemhoopsproject.org.