http://www.BasketballXpert.com/ This is the syndication feed for BasketballXpert. Complete information on coaching youth basketball including basketball drills, basketball tips and basketball articles. Many things make a great defensive rebounder. Technique, determination, anticipation, strength and good hands are just a few of the attributes that set rebounders apart. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/defensive-rebounding-tips08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:33:45 GMT Sometimes coaches try too hard to come up with basketball fitness and strength drills for their players. I have found it is best to just go old school and do what has worked for years. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/old-school-basketball-fitness08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:30:52 GMT There are articles everywhere on how to be a better basketball coach. Articles giving advice on tactics to use and what to do right when coaching. What rarely is discussed are common basketball coaching mistakes. Here are some ideas and thoughts on what NOT to do on the bench. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/common-coaching-mistakes08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:16:30 GMT Many younger players will moan and grona when asked to do basketball footwork or basketball agility drills. The simple fact is that they just don't understand the benefits of such workouts and the improvements they can provide. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/basketball-players-agility-training08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:16:21 GMT Basketball for the younger ages is a relatively simple game. Of course it gets more advanced as the player matures. But for the beginning youth coach it is a pretty basic game and should be kept so. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/beginners-focus-basics-coaching08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:44:50 GMT Over the past decade it seems sportsmanship on the youth basketball level as well as in all youth sports has taken a dramatic downturn. The consequences of the poor sportsmanship reverberates throughtout society as these young men and women grow up and exhibit the same poor behavior in their everyday life. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/sportsmanship-youth-basketball08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:40:20 GMT Everyone loves to score, but the difference in most basketball games is on the defensive end of the court. Players who care about defending and give the effort to play good basketball defense are invaluable to any basketball coach. Below are some tips to make you a better defensive basketball player. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/basketball-defending08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:48:48 GMT As basketball players have become bigger, faster and stronger, strength and weight training have become a necessity rather than an afterghought. In the past, it was perceived that weightlifting could mess with a players jumpshot and hurt their game. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/basketball-strength-programs08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:00:17 GMT Most coaches and experts recommend the best way to develop a good jumpshot is to practice, practice, practice. Shoot everyday. Most players just shoot though and don't evaluate their jumper. The most common errors in shooting are listed below, along with suggestions on how to correct them. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/evaluating-shot-making-corrections08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:01:56 GMT Many many many factors go into making a good basketball coach. The matter what level we coach at, we are always looking for new ideas and ways to improve our team through improvement as a coach. Here are a few ideas to help you become a better basketball coach. http://www.BasketballXpert.com/thoughts-better-basketball-coach08.aspx BasketballXpert.com Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:36:41 GMT