Pre-Season Tips
Need some last minute tips to help you make your Hoops team this Fall??? Read Below:
1) Get in shape! – You can have a poor shooting day, but there is no excuse for running out of steam during
tryouts. This is where the coach smells weakness and can easily tell who is ready and who gets crossed
off the list. Prepare by the following:
a.
Jump rope – Heavy rope is preferred. Jump on one leg and go hard!
Jump rope – Heavy rope is preferred. Jump on one leg and go hard! b.Train anerobically not aerobically - You are not trying out for Cross Country, so save the elliptical
Train anerobically not aerobically - You are not trying out for Cross Country, so save the elliptical machine, mile run, and jogging for after retirement. Sprint while dribbling – If you are going to
run, then run with the ball. ALWAYS get in shape while working on your skills!
c. Do wall sits – (See how long you can sit on the wall to strengthen your thighs) Why not do this
Do wall sits – (See how long you can sit on the wall to strengthen your thighs) Why not do this while watching your favorite TV Show or talking on the phone???
2) Get your weak hand in order! – This is a must in order to get to the next level.
a.Dribble with 2 balls – must pound the ball. Only have 1 ball? Then go to K mart and buy a rubber
Dribble with 2 balls – must pound the ball. Only have 1 ball? Then go to K mart and buy a rubber one for 5 bucks.
b.Must be able to hit simple lay-ups on both sides. (No excuses! )
Must be able to hit simple lay-ups on both sides. (No excuses! ) c.Eat with your weak hand
Eat with your weak hand d.Brush your teeth with your weak hand
Brush your teeth with your weak hand e.Carry your school bag with your weak hand. (I think you get the picture)
Carry your school bag with your weak hand. (I think you get the picture)3) Check your Attitude ! – This is everything and these simple tips can get you on the team:
a.Get to practice early and start sweating through your jersey before practice or tryouts even start.
Get to practice early and start sweating through your jersey before practice or tryouts even start. Your coach will notice and your peers will notice.
b.Be the last one to leave practice – Enough said
Be the last one to leave practice – Enough said c.TALK, TALK, TALK – Positive communication and being loud and confident on the court takes no
TALK, TALK, TALK – Positive communication and being loud and confident on the court takes no talent and shows leadership and passion.
d.HUSTLE – This also takes no talent. Skin grows back so dive for the ball! Always run off the court.
HUSTLE – This also takes no talent. Skin grows back so dive for the ball! Always run off the court. e.Help your teammates – If someone messes up, pick them up and keep them going. Help people up when they fall down and ALWAYS BE POSITIVE. Attitude is contagious and NEVER forget that!
Help your teammates – If someone messes up, pick them up and keep them going. Help people up when they fall down and ALWAYS BE POSITIVE. Attitude is contagious and NEVER forget that!I truly think that if you keep these 3 major tips in mind, then that is half the battle for making your team and making an immediate positive impression with your coaching staff and teammates. Perception is reality and people must perceive you as a leader and confident individual in ANYTHING you do in life. Now get off on the right foot and good luck!
If you have ANY questions about any of these or any other training tips please feel free to call Brian at 516-384-0216 or email basketballbrian10@hotmail.com.
