Interesting rules... almost like the NBA... no harm - no foul. So you play at least 2 qtrs. and part or most of the 3rd? AND you scored 8 points in half a game... darn good....

I guess they do that to keep the game moving, they must play several games a day then.

I play one of the first two quarters, one of the second two quarters and half of the 5th period.

Yes several teams play in the day.

I have my first school practice tomorrow:-)

Good luck Ben,

I bet you are really excited to get into your season.

Have some fun, show the coach your skills, shooting and ball handling abilities! Run the team like another coach on the floor. A point guard is usually the leader of the team.

Want to really impress him? Become a shut down defender too! Every loose ball is yours and take a few charges whenever you can.

Let us know how it goes.

Just a couple of things....... you have good range for your age.... I hope it isn't affecting your form.... keep up the good work there.

A couple of things to think about... the hardest guy to cover is the one who is moving... and one that doesn't play at the same speed the whole game. IF I know that you are playing full speed then I know what speed I have to play at... BUT - IF you are changing your pace, making some good V cuts you will be a lot harder to cover... just a few thoughts to think about as you go into your schools season.

Ok, well I had my first practice today and it was fun.

Here's a thought...
My coach does it a little reversed then normal practices.
He does some warmup drills layups etc. and then we do scrimaging.
He says that we'll get our energy out in the scrimmage and then the drills will be more mental for us. Different.

Everybody has their own way of doing things Ben. If this works for your coach then its a good thing. Thats the great thing about this game.. there are so many ways of teaching fundamentals, offenses and defenses.

Maybe he wanted to see some of the kids play before he started with the fundamentals.

Just keep working hard and things will work out for you. Let us know how its going.

Ken

School practices are Monday and thursday for 2 hours each.
Also, thanks for the advice.

Have a great day and you're welcome!

- Keep your cool and don't be tempted to try too hard, 95% of mistakes are caused by trying too hard. You must practice everyday until you are able to relax and let your body do what it wants to do.

Hey Coach,

Today I had another NJB game and I went 3-4 and 0-1 on 3s.
2 layups in traffic and 8 footer off the glass.

I had 6 pts overall.

Season Stats:
FG %: 38 FG: 11 for 29 PPG:5 Assists: 3-5 ? Turnovers: 1-2 ?

Season High Points: 8 pts

That's a good game Ben....

Are things getting better now? I like it that you are taking the ball to the basket... shows guts and confidence!

I have a couple of things that you should look up.... check these out and let me know what you think...

Be a Defensive STOPPER!! (Defense 101 - Part 1) -- Shot Science Basketball

Shut 'EM Down!!! (Defense 101 - Part 2) -- Shot Science Basketball

Want to Break Ankles?!? -- Chase's Crossover Dribble Blog -- How to Shoot a Basketball

I thought you might enjoy them.