Understanding Illegal Screens in Basketball: A Player's Perspective

QuestionI was playing in a pick up game and was called for an illegal screen - I argued it wasnt illegal but majority said I was wrong.  I caught a pa

Can You Become a Pro Basketball Player Without High School Experience?

QuestionHi i am a high school senior. I played basketball 1st grade thru 6th grade but didnt play any in high school because i wanted to concentrate on my

Midcourt Play Rules: Legal Dribbling and Passing?

QuestionHi Bret. Can an offense player : a) dribble from his defense zone to the midcourt, stop on top of it -one feet on both side- then pass to one of hi

Basketball Interference: Rim Contact & Rule Application - Duke vs. Baylor Game

QuestionQUESTION: This happened Sunday 3/28/10 in the Duke-Baylor game. The player went to dunk the ball. The dunk failed (it hit the back rim) and bounce

Basketball Rules: Self-Passes & Backboard Play Explained

QuestionHi, Can you intentionally pass the ball to yourself off the backboard (not a shot attempt)? I have seen people alley oop to themselves, so I assu

Basketball Driving Drills: Overcome Defensive Obstacles & Score More

Questioni love basketball i play everyday almost all day long. Im a really good shooter but my problem is...Im having problems driving into the basket when

Backcourt Violation Rule: When Does It Apply?

QuestionThis is a rare circumstance that happened today at a pick up game...Team A establishes front court and takes a shot, there is a long rebound and no

Appropriate Basketball Age Grouping: Should a 5th Grader Play with 8th Graders?

QuestionMy daughter is 10 and somewhat new to basketball.  We signed her up for a 5th & 6th grade basketball league.  Because of small numbers th

NBA Tryouts & Scouting: Alternative Paths for Aspiring Players

QuestionI have already graduated from college but could go back if need be. I want to know if there are any ways to tryout for an nba team or getting ahold

Overcoming Performance Anxiety in Basketball Tryouts

QuestionIm a very good basketball player i know it and so does everybody else. But i had basketball tryouts for my junior college and when i get out on the

Re-Training After a Break: How to Regain Fitness and Lose Weight

QuestionI been playing basketball for as long as I can remember but over the summer i kind of slacked off and gained 10 pounds how can i get back in shape

Career Path: Becoming a Certified Basketball Instructor

QuestionHi, I have been back and fourth in my mind with trying to figure out what career I wanted to go forward with regarding basketball. I have played ba

How to Become a College or Pro Coach: A Step-by-Step Guide

Questionhow do i people become college and pro coaches even bench coaches?what is the process? AnswerTex, There are many different ways to become a coac

Understanding the 3-Second Rule & Offensive Rebounding

QuestionHi I have been looking around for more information on the three seconds rule. I would appreciate if you could clarify a few things for me 1. If a

Jump Ball Possession: NFHS Rules & Correct Ruling

QuestionGame being played under NFHS rules, at the beginning of the game the jump ball is tipped by team A towards their offensive basket. The ball hits th

High School Basketball Tryouts & Ankle Injury: A Freshman Team Selection

QuestionHello, My son is in 9th grader and is an AAU level player and was also league champion in 8th grade.He is an excellent defense player. He had been

How to Become an NBA Coach: Education, Experience & Steps

QuestionI want to become an NBA coach but I dont know how to get started and where to begin. I know some things about coaching and the rules but not that m

Basketball for Beginners: A Guide for New Viewers

QuestionBret I am an old white Canadian guy (52) that has recently developed an interest in basketball. Compared to other sports it sure looks great on a b

Understanding Zone Defense in Youth Basketball: Offense & Strategy

QuestionI know very little about the finer points of basketball. My 11 year old son is beginning to play basketball in a town league, and the coach is teac

Basketball for Seniors: A Low-Impact Workout & Fitness Boost

QuestionBret I am 53. I have a touch o arthritis in my knees so I had to quit jogging, I have settled for a stationary bike and some light weight lifting.