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Hey, Athletes and Coaches. I have a message for you. I wasn't always sharp on court. My game awareness needed work. But with focus and attention to detail, I turned weaknesses into strengths. You can too! Foster your basketball intelligence. Visit https://ubuntu.basketball/ and redefine excellence. Share your journey with us! #ubuntubasketball #basketball #hoops #bball #playerdevelopment #growthmindset

🎯 Did You Know? 🏀 The diameter of a basketball varies across leagues and age groups to ensure optimal performance! 🔸 NBA: 9.43–9.51 inches 🔸 WNBA: 9.07–9.23 inches 🔸 Youth (Ages 9–11): 8.9 inches 🔸 Kids (Ages 7–8): 8.1 inches 👉 A properly sized basketball improves grip, control, and shooting accuracy! Whether you’re dribbling on a professional court or just starting your journey, the right size makes all the difference. 🏆 💡 Pro Tip: Always ensure your basketball is inflated to the correct pressure for accurate diameter and peak performance! #BasketballFacts #DiameterOfABasketball #SportsScience #BasketballLovers

🏀 Mastering the Euro Step Move 🏀 Looking to add a dynamic move to your basketball arsenal? The Euro step is a crafty technique that can help you navigate through defenders and finish at the rim with finesse. Here's how to perfect this move: 1️⃣ Dribble towards the defender at an angle, planting your outside foot firmly. 2️⃣ Then, quickly step in the opposite direction, using your inside foot to evade the defender while protecting the ball. 3️⃣ Finally, explode towards the basket for an easy layup or dish it off to a teammate for an open shot. The Euro step is a deceptive move that can throw off defenders and create scoring opportunities. Practice this move to elevate your game and keep your opponents guessing! #BasketballSkills #EuroStep #Hoops #BasketballMoves #BallIsLife #TrainingTips #GameChanger #BasketballDrills

🏈 Football Flags & Basketball Rants: Glen Merzer’s Hilarious Sports Take! 🏀 Ever get frustrated with football’s endless flags or think basketball hoops are too low? 🤔 Glen Merzer dives into his amusing gripes about sports, from the never-ending holding penalties in football to dunking in basketball being "too easy." Whether you’re a sports fan or just here for the laughs, this reel is packed with relatable moments and witty commentary! 😂 👉 What’s your biggest sports pet peeve? Drop it in the comments! #FootballFrustration #BasketballRants #GlenMerzer #SportsHumor #HilariousReel #PlantBasedLifestyle #SportsPetPeeves

How Draymond Green's Dual Sport Struggles Exposed the Differences between Basketball and Football Discover why Draymond Green faced challenges transitioning from basketball to football and how it highlighted the contrasting demands of both sports. Gain insights into the intelligence required in the NBA compared to memorizing football playbooks. #BasketballVsFootball #DraymondGreen #DualSportStruggles #NBAIntelligence #FootballPlaybook #SportsTransitions #AthleteChallenges #SportsComparison #BasketballSkills #FootballIntelligence

Developing proper footwork is crucial for becoming a well-rounded basketball player. This week, we're focusing on a classic drill that emphasizes footwork and agility. #MrBasicTraining

Today, Coach Jack dives into the power of partial step footwork in basketball. 🏀 The key question: Are you more valuable if you can create space with less space? Absolutely! 💯 Start practicing the partial step to become more effective and free on the court. The less space you need to operate, the more powerful you become as a player. Elevate your game by mastering this skill! #BasketballFootwork #PartialStep #CreateSpace #BasketballSkills #CoachJackTips #PlayerDevelopment #CourtControl #BasketballTraining #ElevateYourGame #BallHandlingSkills

Do you know about the Triple Threat Position in Basketball??? Here's a short clip from the Basketball Course with our coach, Ian MacLeod explaining the positions and use of the Triple Threat Position when receiving the ball. #performancepathways #education #basketball #physicaleducation #sports #schoolsport

Some great tips from our basketball coach Ian about the triple threat position. It's all about getting the basics right before we add on the technical skills!

Here's the answer to a few of your questions!