An easy way to relate the quadratic formula and basketball?

I have to make a video teaching my peers how to use the quadratic formula. I really want to make the video relating to basketball, but I'm not sure how to do that without getting them confused. Is there an easy way to apply basketball to using the quadratic formula?|||I'm not sure if this is what you're asking, but here's a start. You can look at the arc made by the ball to the basket. A quadratic equation models this.

How do I start a youths basketball team?

I'm 15 and have recently been playing basketball. There are no teams around my area, how could I start a team to play in?|||Josh...I can tell you one good place to start...Contact the sports department of your local newspaper and tell them you are interested in starting a team, and ask if they can help you out by putting a bulletin in the paper...They will know what questions to ask you (contact info, etc), and small town papers are especially helpful with youth sports (I used to be a sports writer for a small city daily paper)...Good luck!

What should I do today if basketball tryouts are tomorrow?

Basketball tryouts start tomorrow at my school and they will last for 2 weeks, the 1st week being th elimination of the lesser players. I have been practicing the fundamentals for about a little more than 1 month. Anyway, I was just wondering what should I be doing today besides practicing everything I know today (what to eat, mentality, etc.) . Also, can you guys give me any tips/suggestions for making it to the team?|||I would say don't stress yourself out today by practicing too much. Eat regular foods like normal except in the evening try to not eat very heavy foods. Morning and Afternoon foods can pretty much be what ever you would like because until dinner or bed time you will have plenty of time to burn the calories. The way to make the basket ball team or any thing you want to join is go in and enjoy yourself, know that you can do it, Don't think that you will fail think that you will succeed, don't stress yourself out tonight or all day tomorrow on whether you will make it or not! YOU CAN MAKE IT if you really want to!!!!|||The main thing you need to focus on is hustle. Coaches love constant hustle even if you're not that good offensively. Hustle, play strong, aggressive defense, and on offense...PASS THE BALL. Don't worry about your shot unless you're wide open. Coaches want to see hustle and team play. The first thing they look for is a player that can do all the little things to help them win. Guaranteed you'll get a spot if you do that. Good Luck!|||stretch. and a light job. maybe a mile, but at a slow pace.|||Squeeze some tennis balls so you can improve your catching. I know you don't wanna drop any passes in front of the head coach! Also, go in to tryouts with a attack mode-type attitude, and also be agressive. Look to help other players out on the court, play your game, and most of all...try your hardest. Also, don't stress too much today, relax and get some rest so you'll be at full strength, while everyone out on the court is yawning and stuff.|||eat pasta tonight for a good carb buildup and get plenty of rest|||dont walk in wearin headbands and all dat other fancy gear...trust me dat is da only reason i got cut last year...if u do dat then da coaches will think ur cocky and a kobe type of player(which coaches hate!!unless its da real kobe!!)|||play DEFENCE,DEFENCE,DEFENCE.





IF YOU DO THAT, CONGRATULATIONS YOUR ON THE TEAM|||HUSTLE AND EAT HEALTH|||Great advice from Bec!





Get plenty of sleep. Studies have shown that athletes competing with less than ten hours sleep the night before are more likely to get injured.





During the tryouts, hustle everywhere. Be the first in line for every drill, if you can. When running suicides, make sure you slap the lines with two hands, don't just tap them, or worse, pretend to touch them. There will be players dogging it, don't imitate them.





When on defense, stay low and in balance. If your player beats you, sprint back and try to get in front of him. If you get a chance to do so, take a charge. Don't go for steals and blocks while the player still has his feet on the ground.





Make your layups. Nothing drives a coach crazier than players that get to the rack and don't finish.





Don't get injured today! Just practice your layups (right and left hand), free throws and jump shots.|||definitely get about 10 uninterrupted, sound, hours of sleep! if you think that it's impossible for you to get this much because you might not be used to doing this, take a very hot shower after a long enough that it takes workout to wear you out till you feel like you're gonna drop, and then hit the hay with a full committment to do just that. lock your bedroom door if you have to avoid intrusions from rude and inconsiderate others, and even turn on a semi-loud fan for the entire night to block out distracting or possibly wakening noises and sweet dreams!!!!!!





good luck on making the team!|||Be aggressive and make sure you're skills are seen. It's like a job interview. They have to see in you what you know about yourself...show it to them. Once they've seen it though, don't get too flashy. Coaches are looking for players who play hard, dive for loose balls, defend, share the ball, follow their shots, rebound the ball, and last but not least listen to the coach! Do all of these things and you'll be fine. Remember, approach each day of the tryouts like you might get cut if you don't play the best basketball of your life...|||1. Carb Up! Have spaghetti, salad, and maybe some garlic bread for dinner.


2. For tomorrow, don't be afraid to pass the ball. Most coaches would rather have a player who will pass if they don't have a shot in their comfort zone, than one that will throw a wild shot.


3. WORK ON LAYUPS-every basketball tryout i have been to has eliminated about half the players that don't make many layups.





Hope this helps!|||Well i don't play basketball, but when I'm trying out for a softball team i make sure I'm well rested the night before. Being sleep deprived only makes you more nervous. Also, coaches love positive attitudes. Encourage others who are doing drills while you are in line for your turn. Give high-fives to others when they walk past you. Most coaches will take a mediocre player with a good attitude over a great player who is grumpy.|||Positive mental outlook that shows up outside. Cheer on your teammates and be a good sport. If someone gets knocked to the ground next to you, help them up. Listen to the coaches and don't be cocky. Teamplayers help team spirit which is another factor of the team's lineup. Get some sleep as well. You may be nervous/excited but it's needed because if you show up to basketball like a zombie, you won't be able to shoot accurately or run. It's good that you have been practicing fundamentals. Good luck in your tryout and give it your best shot.

What are good workouts for a basketball player?

I am almost 13, I am hoping to be playing basketball for my school this year. I have practice this month, try outs in november, and so forth. I am in good shape but you can always be stronger, and better. What are some good workouts?|||burn mats, pushups , runnn|||The best workout for basketball, is to play more basketball. If you want to be a paint player you can consider lifting weights for bulk and power, but other than that, just play more. Maybe attach an ankle or wrist weight while your shooting around and running, that will tune everything up just fine.|||While playing on a team, you have to run up and down the court for what seems like the longest time. Wht I found has helped me is running suicides. Or I'll run quick sprints for fast break situations. Hope this helps.|||Practice Ball handling and do leg workouts like lunges they really help|||runrunrunrunrunrunrunrunrun

What do people look for in basketball tryouts?

I am in middle school, about 5'8" and i want to try out for my basketball team. For the past 10 months or so i have been serious about my training, starting from complete novice up to now. Well now i can dribble decently, and can shoot consistently (but no threes :( ) but in games i struggle to find open shots or drive to the basket. Tryouts are soon so what would you guys say that i would need to work on?|||i agree with FAB...


don't do anything at half pace, you need to be going at full pace thjen some.





if you work hard and show that you can do the grunt work like rebound, d up etc you will get alook in.





ie how ariza first got a shot in the lakers rotation he did his part defensivly and he managed to be a key contributor for the lakers win last year.





so just prove to the coach that you will do anything it takes to be in the teamand once your in then you can use the time to work on the other things that you have trouble with.|||I agree with the other people before me, but they also look at some other thinks like how you work with the other players-aka don't be a ball hog. They also look at your skill and really want a player that is coachable and that will listen. Good luck!|||your coach will look for potential and hard workers. make sure that run the floor and NEVER walk because it pisses coaches off the most when they see lazy players walking. always keep a game face - you dont have to be a scorer just a hustler. good luck

What position should I play in Basketball?

I am in the eigth grade and I am planning on playing basketball next year, but there is a problem. I don't know what position to play! I am about 5'11 and 163, my vertical is about 23 inches, I am pretty fast for my grade, i make 5/5 of my layups and 4/5 of my free throws. please help!|||sf because yore fast ,tall and youre gonna receive alot of fouls and youre a good free trow shooter|||Point guard or shooting guard (1 or 2). Point guards need to be quick.|||Left bench next to Adam morrison|||sf because yore fast ,tall and youre gonna receive alot of fouls and youre a good free trow shooter|||Water boy|||Point Guard

What are ways to understand how to make offense basketball plays?

My offense rank i believe is a D, because i hardly understand them and i need some kind of web site if any one knows that can help me understand





I have no problem with Defense, because I was a good defense player in basketball





other thing to know, my college has no basketball team.





Can anyone give me anything on a web site that can help me understand offense a little better?|||The whole key to offense is to find the holes. Always take what the defense gives you. If you can't find a hole, then you must create one with a pick or a screen. Keep the ball moving and crash the boards.|||I doubt this helps but|||Remember to run screens and pick and rolls. Dont just stay in one spot , move around. The game shouldnt be too complicated and dont get intimidated by it. Let it run its course.|||I hope this helps. sundsqk321 said it for me.





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What are the best socks for basketball after a sprained ankle?

I sprained my ankle a couple of months back and I need socks that will give support to my ankle in basketball. Any ideas?|||wait till your fully healed|||white

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http://www.squidoo.com/basketballer/|||First you should wear thick socks so your shoes fit borderline tight. A better idea would be to go buy an ankle brace with your shoes. You need to tie your shoes tight so they aren't loose.And make sure your shoes are high tops.|||i don't think its really socks


tape it up or wear an ankle brace to prevent any more spains


rehab is the most important thing


stretch your calf muscle alot!!!!!!!! and do heel raises 3 sets of 30with a small bit of support from a table that is waist high go fast up and slow down





sit on a table so just a small part of your leg is off the table and spell your abc's without movement of ur leg just your ankle and foot





ice up yur ankle for a week





of course im no doctor!!!!


the best thing to do is rest and/or see a real trainer for rehab!!|||most socks wont do much. u need to wear an ankle brace while u play. if u want u can wear mid calf socks while u play, anything higher than ankle socks.

How can you get better at basketball while injured?

I have a knee problem and i can stand up on it and walk a little but i cant jump or run. It hurts alot and i dont want to just let it rest b/c i dont feel productive that way and im like addicted to basketball. Can you guys give me some ideas on what to do?|||yea like most of them said just lay down and shoot..... possibly hit a weight room doing arm exercises...... make sure you stretch your legs daily it will help your knee heal faster..........and just remember RICE rest, ice, compression, elevation...... trust me this works a few weeks ago i had a major ankle sprain and i'm getting pretty close to being back to normal|||i would continue to practice dribbling and if you can, stand still and shoot around. you can still work on passing and, if you are on a team, work on the plays. you could even write new ones for your team until you get better. dont try to push yourself to do more than your knee can handle because you want it to heal as soon as possible.|||If its a knee problem, you could work on your shot by laying down, and shooting the ball straight up. We do this at my basketball practice. It works! If you can lay down, just make sure someone is there just in case. You could also work on your arm strength. Just use some 5 or 10 pound weights.|||continue working out but only on the things you can do to stay out of injury this will help you stay fit. practice dribbling with a tennis ball it will improve your handles.





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How can I get good at basketball without my parents noticing me practising?

I want to get really good at basketball, but I have always been really rubbish and uninterested in sports.


My parents will just make fun of me if they see me practising so what would you suggest?


Love


Rose


xoxo|||FORGET THEM. DON'T LET THEM STOP YOU FROM DOING WHAT YOU LOVE. IF THEY MAKE FUN OF YOU USE THAT AS MOTIVATION, PROVE THEM WRONG AND IF YOU EVER MAKE IT TO THE NBA THEY WILL FEEL...... MY FRIENDS WERE THE SAME AS YOUR PARENTS. THEY MADE FUN OF ME, AND SAID I'LL NEVER BEAT THEM AND SO FAR I COULD BEAT ALMOST ALL OF THEM.|||Go to the park.... what do yo uneed to get better at in basketball?

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|||Well I do that with learning the piano. Im grade 5 but i dont like them hearing me play emotional songs ect (i dont mind them seeing my grade pieces ect)





Join a school club


go play it with some friends


wait until they are at work and practice or do it when they wont know|||Bron Pippen





UGH that's so stupid right there. This isn't like centuries ago, this is the present. If you don't like us getting more involved and constantly beating out boys in things, than why don't you just go away and ignore everything.|||do it in secret just lie to them and tell them that you're going somewhere but don't tell them that you're actually going to play basketball|||WHEN YOUR HOME ALONE PRACTICE

Basketball-In the 1st half of the game I play BAD,2nd half i play GREAT . How do i gain confidence at start?

How do i gain confidence in basketball, at the start of the game?|||just think about your crush, imagine that shes watching you play, and she has a fetish with men like you playing basketball, then you will have your confidence, worked for me one time.|||What i would do is say to myseI'm if i'm home that i'm at my home gym, im always here and playing and having a great time and just act like its a scrimmage with your friends. What i would do if im away is say to myself ok this is oujr opponent and these are the people standing in between the way of winning this cause ive played all the time this is just anouthe one of those times and that we will defeat your opponents...also warm up before the game and try to get yorself excited and pretend like you've already played a Half|||Firstly, do warmup exercises before the match. Try shooting the ball. Do not shoot 3 pointer first. First shoot the short range shot. Then slowly come to the 3 pt line and start shooting it. Then start running full court while dribbling. If you are that bad in 1st half, then think that first half is your everything. I play street in my school and if want to gain confidence in me, i do the hardest street move so that every one would think that i am a great player. Try it. It works for me. According to me, if you want to gain confidence, Think that you are the best player in the world.


Trust me, It really works


I hope that it would help you


|||well the way that i do good in both halfs is either i play a lot before the game starts to get myself pumped or somebody will make me really mad and i will steal and shoot the ball and do great|||I think it's not a matter of confidence but a matter of cold muscles. I think you should warm-up before games and have shootarounds.|||Either shoot around more before the game, or play a game of 21 or something to get you ready for the game.|||maybe its coz u have played a half already which sets u more focused for the 2nd half where u play better.. so i'd suggest more work during the warm ups to psych urself up

How should I properly condition for basketball that starts in 3 weeks?

I've spent about 15-30 minutes on the elliptical machine I have at my house, I've been eating better, and I've been playing basketball outside for a few hours with a couple friends. I'm 14. Do you think this is enough to condition myself?|||Hi! Here are a couple of trainings you can do to condition for your basketball camp:


- Try to do the most push-ups and set-ups you can (AM-PM)


- Run about 2-3 km/day


- Do some Plyometrics so you can jump higher


- Eat healthy food ( Fruits, Vegetables, Salads ...)


- Play Basketball ( Shoots, Rebounds, Jumps, Technique) If you are with friends, you can also practice your passing


- Scuicides


- You can also look for drills on the internet. That way, you can practice them to master them at your camp.


- Dribble a ball :)


There's surely a lot more but this is what I do everyday to be ready for my camp too. Hope this helps


Oh, and by the way, to answer your question, I don't think what you're doing is enough but it's better than nothing ;)|||No that's not enough at all. On the elliptical, common now... In bball tryouts they make you run full court 10 times at once as fast as you can. And its tryouts so you gotta do your best, there is no jogging. You need to do more than what is expected. If you Really want to condition yourself, run as hard as you can for as long as you can every day.|||No. Do suicides if you can. If not run like 2 miles a day. Eat healthy food. Play basketball.

How do you become a college basketball coach?

I am on the varsity basketball in my pretty large town, but am not good enough to play college. How can i become a coach?|||First off they require a College degree. Secondly while you are going to college try to get on the coaching staff as a volunteer or graduate assistant position. This will get you started on the right road. Similar to the way Lawerance Frank got to be an NBA coach for the NJ Nets.





Raised in Teaneck, New Jersey, Frank graduated from Teaneck High School, but never made the school's basketball team. Frank spent three seasons as an assistant coach for the Vancouver Grizzlies under Brian Hill. Hill would later serve as Frank's assistant with the New Jersey Nets. His responsibilities with the Grizzlies included scouting upcoming opponents as well as practice and bench coaching duties.





Before joining the Grizzlies, Frank served as an assistant coach at the University of Tennessee for three seasons under Head Coach Kevin O'Neill. Frank first worked with O'Neill as a volunteer staff assistant at Marquette University in 1992 and during his tenure, helped lead the Marquette Warriors to two NCAA tournament berths and a Sweet Sixteen appearance in 1994.





Frank earned his B.S. in education from Indiana University in 1992, where he spent four seasons as a manager for the Hoosier basketball team led by Bob Knight. He also holds an M.S. in education administration from Marquette.|||You have to know the plays of basketball, strategies, and how baketball is played. Here.


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How many people can play basketball really well that wished they had played college basketball?

I'm 30 years old, and well, I never developed a jump shot until after High School. Later, I became really good. I joined the Army for 8 years, and then got out I'm now 30 years old. I can still play basketball exceptionally well. Sad truth is, no one is going to take a 30 year old college basketball player, or NBA rookie for that matter. I play for sport and fun now. However, anyone like me, and wish they had really went out for the NBA in hard work and pursuit?|||"Young veteran, I just plan to enroll into a major conference,


division one university, live off-campus, then 'go-for-what-I-


know'."





"If you're, like myself, SKILLED ENOUGH to take a chance at


investing close to one thousand dollars on a trip to an N.B.A.


pre-season training camp, (better off spending the money


trying out for an N.B.A. Summer League team), then enroll


already into that major conference university, paid for with


your own finances and financial aid."





"If my finances arrive to my bank checking account soon


enough, I could try out for the university varsity basketball


team during the summer."





"If not, I'll wait until August basketball team try-outs, and make


an attempt to 'WALK-ON' as a player on the roster."





"I'm GOOD ENOUGH to turn down all athletic scholarships for


both baseball and basketball, only to finance MY OWN


EDUCATION."





"I don't need to start the game TO WIN the game."





"I can spend my Veterans Affairs pension on my education


and allow barely grown, young men who have become a


McDonald's Basketball High School All-American to play


under scholarship and START."





"I can also pass a scholarship over to an otherwise younger


man, who may have 'WALKED-ON' the team himself."





"Besides, I'm SO RESPONSIBLE for myself, I don't want to


have to share the same bedroom or bathroom with any of


these young men whom have never been responsible for


themselves in their natural lives."|||Yeah, I had the same experience but with football. If I knew what I know now about the game, I would of defintly tried harder to play it in HS, and get a scholarship offer. But if I could go back in time I would.|||Yes, I feel the same way. In high school I could play college level defense, but I didnt have the shot. I had the ball handling ability, but like they say, "if I only new then what I know now".|||If I follow you correctly you have not gone to College yet. If you are very good you could go to college and be a walk on. Age doesnt matter.

What's the difference between casual and athletic basketball shoes?

What is the difference? I bought a pair of Nike Air Prestige basketball shoes because they fit well and they were $65. I played basketball with the shoes today and they are great.|||I think casual shoe are more fashion like and athletic shoes are made the feel comfortable and durable for sport and thing of that sort.|||casual is the kind of shoe you wear to go somewhere.......and athletic is the one u should play basketball with. u shouldnt wear the casual shoe playing basketball cuz it wont give u the support u need in basketball and u might end up spraining ur ankle or something

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|||The difference is how they're really designed and what they were intended to do.





A pair of proper athletic basketball shoes are designed to support you through the motions you'll typically go through while playing a game of basketball. This could be like more support to the arches or ankles, more cushioning to prevent impact to your joints and having a shoe sole that's designed to help you jump, land and change directions quickly and safely.





Typically, casual shoes are designed with style in mind and aren't designed necessarily to play in. Their soles, for instance, may not be designed to stablize your feet during landing from a jump and not provide extra support to your arches. They're also no designed to be as light, cushioned or supportive (in some part to lower the cost of producing the shoe).





While you can play basketball in pretty much any pair of comfortable shoes, a pair of proper basketball shoes will also help maximize your performance while lowering the likelihood of injury.

How do my chances look for my high school basketball team?

I am a freshman(boy) at a decent basketball school. I am planning on trying out for my freshman basketball team. Im in high school btw. I am a little overweight without much stamina but I believe to myself that I am a good player. I am pretty good on defense, and mid ranged shooting. I have made a list and there are about 8-10 people that I think will make it over me. Any tips would be greatly appreciated to make the team an actually play.|||Are you black? Your chance depends on the number of black people trying out. And if your black your chances increase.





jokes, you'll make it, believe in yourself

How do you tell a basketball shoe will have decent grip?

I bought a new pair of basketball shoes from nike ( Nike Shox Spotlight) and the grip looked really nice and good but when i took it to my school gym it was not really good and i was sliding a bit.





So my question is how am i suppose to test out the basketball shoe's grip when Nike stores or Footlocker dont have basketball court floors?|||Its with everyshoe really


Try online shopping i buy all from eastbay.com


Spit on the floor and whipe your shoe off


id say thats the best solution|||go to footlocker or champs. they usually have non carpeted areas so that you can check at the store.

How long does it take for basketball shoes to lose their elasticity?

I've heard about two years after they're manufactured, basketball shoes lose their elasticity and actually end up hurting your feet rather than helping. Is this true, and if not two years, how long?|||How often you wear them and how much you weigh and how hard you play are all factors (as well as growth) in how long your shoes last . i never had any last past 8 mens league games so it depends on the factors|||Im reall yinto basketball i've been playing for 8 years and i have never heard of that. i have never worn bball shoes that long cuz i grow out of them. I would think it depends on how often you wear them and where, like outside or inside. prob also depends on how hard u play

How do you tell a basketball shoe will have decent grip?

I bought a new pair of basketball shoes from nike ( Nike Shox Spotlight) and the grip looked really nice and good but when i took it to my school gym it was not really good and i was sliding a bit.





So my question is how am i suppose to test out the basketball shoe's grip when Nike stores or Footlocker dont have basketball court floors?|||Its with everyshoe really


Try online shopping i buy all from eastbay.com


Spit on the floor and whipe your shoe off


id say thats the best solution|||go to footlocker or champs. they usually have non carpeted areas so that you can check at the store.