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You always want to show your best at tryouts but there are moments where shooting slumps can affect your whole game. Every player needs to come to the realisation that this is going to happen at some point. But don’t stress, it does pass. Here are some tips to get you through the slump. Get… Continue reading Breaking shooting slumps during tryouts

Need to get ready for a basketball tryout in limited time? The reality is nothing compares to having a good preseason. The running and conditioning work forms a good solid foundation for a great season. Most teams here in Australia run preseason as a form of trial for new players. For example, preseason rolls into… Continue reading Basketball tryout ready in 4 weeks

Basketball Practice Etiquette I sometime struggle to understand how players on any semi-professional basketball league can stroll in at the time of tip off. It’s like coming to a game as the whistle has been blown to start the jump ball. Getting in early to trainings, tryouts and games is a must. In most cases… Continue reading Why getting to basketball practice early is the best thing you can do

Over the years I have had many basketball tryouts with teams. When I was in the early years of my playing career I remember I found it really difficult to get the ball. Too many ball hogs trying to get their own. As a pure shooter this meant that I couldn’t show off my skill. As… Continue reading How to be seen at basketball tryouts