Want the advantage that conditioning and proper footwork gives your players (or team) in the game of Youth Basketball? When a player improves their basketball footwork skills, their game improves! Footwork is the foundation for the rest of your game. Ever wonder why most of your teams’ mistakes and turnovers occur in the second half or mainly in the fourth quarter? Most likely, poor conditioning is the cause. Could possibly be a lack of basketball conditioning drills being run in practice? This booklet covers the popular conditioning and footwork basics and the drills used in youth basketball. We also cover the basics of Stretching out (and explain the differences in Stretching and Warm Up). The information in this booklet has everything you need to begin implementing a Conditioning plan for your team. Packed with pictures, diagrams, and video clips! “Read” the information in the booklet – then “View” the demonstrations on the Video Clips using the links. An excellent "Interactive" instructional tool, resource, and reference for youth basketball coaches and players.

This is the 3:rd Basketball Drill book covering Conditioning Drills.

An introduction to core aspects of youth basketball written in an easy-to-understand and apply manner. Includes drills to help teach correct form from the start. Covers the following key topics: Basketball stance and footwork, dribbling, passing, catching, and cutting, rebounding, lay-ups, free throws, shooting, coordination and conditioning drills. Also includes tips for coaches and tips for players. Ideal for beginning youth basketball coaches, parents of youth basketball players, and even helpful for the athletes themselves. Contains dozens of photographs and illustrations.

Provides photo-illustrated instructions and drills for basketball players, covering ball handling, shooting, offense, and defense; and including a DVD.

Features exercises, drills, and training programs designed to enchance athletic abilities - speed, power, endurance, agility, coordination, balance and reaction time. Illus.

"HOW TO PLAY BASKETBALL FOR KIDS A COMPLETE GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND PLAYERS This book is an excellent guide for inspiring youths who want to excel in the game of basketball. Author Tony R. Smith provides not only the basic fundamentals that are needed for success, but a blueprint that can be used on any level of the game. I highly recommend this book not only for players, but coaches as well. Fantastic Read!" ( Ty Randolph former NBA Development Coach) How to Play Basketball for Kids: A Complete Guide for Parents and Players Basketball is an extraordinary sport to support whole child development. Tony R. Smith showcases key fundamentals for sound player development. Concentrating on essential skills of the game: Conditioning, Jumping Ability, Shooting, Defense, Rebounding, Footwork, Boxing Out and much more, Smith outlines basics in accessible language. Basketball is a game of mental and physical endurance - this book shows how to gain it all. As a bonus, a section has been added to help players with diet and strength training. Edited: by J. Cade 6 x 9 Book Size easy to use Over 40 Drills for parents/coaches/players Bonus Smoothie/Protein Recipe Reviewed by a Head College Basketball Coach "Tony R. Smith's book is very detailed and focuses on the things that will make youth basketball players fundamentally sound. Tony dives deep into the basics of youth basketball skill development!" (Al Pinkins Associate Head Basketball Coach University of Florida Gators)