Full Title: Comparing and Contrasting the Coaching Behaviors and Terminology Used by an Instructor to Teach Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Boys’ Basketball Players Written by Lilly Schweickhardt, Academic Magnet High School, December 12, 2014 Abstract This thesis explores the terminology and coaching behaviors used in practice by an instructor... read more →
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15
Jul
13
It's been hard to keep this quiet while we ironed out the details, but now we can finally announce.... Jermel President with the DAE Foundation and the Mike Hostilo Law Firm are partnering to strengthen our impact on the community of Charleston, South Carolina! Since 1999, the DAE Foundation non-profit... read more →
Jun
28
A recent viral tweet exposed the heavy costs associated with travel basketball and the burden it places on families. Does this mean travel basketball should be avoided? NO. It means families need to take a long hard look at the RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI) for different programs. First, let's review... read more →
May
25
Trigger warning: This blog post discusses mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Since 1949, the United States has observed Mental Health Awareness Month during the month of May. The purpose of Mental Health Awareness... read more →
Apr
28
In basketball, when you're in the pivot position, you're in the 3RIPLE 3HREAT position. You can either pass, dribble or shoot. Often in basketball you can't move both your feet. You have to work off of your pivot foot. You have to be grounded. If you move the pivot foot,... read more →
Jan
24
Athletes have long dealt with mental health issues along with physical health injuries. However, due to societal pressures, athletes have been conditioned not to speak out about these mental troubles. We hear phrases like "be a team player', "push through the pain" and "blood, sweat and tears." Coaches and parents... read more →
