May 1st, 2009
The stakes are high before anyone from high school can get an acceptance from any college that offers athletic scholarships. The road to that much-sought-after scholarship is definitely spiky. The basketball game, alone, requires physical stamina and mental endurance. When these are established, there are more to conquer such as the college application, finalizing your portfolio (resume with completed works attached), and knowing which college coach to approach and to sell your skills.
Once you have landed a scholarship and you start to fulfill your childhood dream, then you might begin to feel that school basketball is no longer sufficient to satiate your aching for the professional basketball league. If you have decided to go pro and believe that you can, then read these time-tested guidelines that will surely make you the next ‘talk of the town’:
1. Be committed. Once you feel that you have the talent to become a professional basketball player, then commit yourself. Don’t chicken out at the slightest sign of obstacles (because there will be many).
2. It is imperative for you to be on top of your game at all times. Make the impression that you are a go-getter and that you can accomplish whatever you set your mind to. Prepare yourself physically. In terms of endurance, if you are able to run a mile, then do two. Double your efforts and the results will be doubled as well.
3. Impress your coach. He will be able to back you up on any applications that you make. When he is assured that he has a key player on his team, he might be able to make recommendations. If not, at least the word will get around that a certain player performs each game like it is the last game of his life.
4. Professional basketball is a form of employment and, thus, a career. If you have submitted your best resumes for the college athletic scholarship, then it’s a must to submit something more than your best. Highlight the skills that make you an asset to the professional team (examples are your statistics, newspaper articles that were written about you or your team, proof of game programs, etc.). Express your desire to enter the professional league by adding a cover letter. Make sure that the complete application papers are forwarded ahead of schedule.
5. Since professional basketball doesn’t require licensing, time and again, the importance of getting good grades is reiterated. Most professional leagues require their players to have graduated from college or be nearing graduation. Graduating students should graduate within the prescribed calendar year. If not, some leagues are able to take in high school graduates. To add to that, they not only require mere graduates but graduates who made good grades.
6. Develop a professional attitude. Learn punctuality and self-discipline in all matters. Also, know how to bridle your anger. The slightest provocation could send you home and deprive you of the chance to earn $25,000-$20 million every year. Be sure that you are emotionally mature enough to take the rigors of the job.
7. Apply as early as when you are 20 years of age. In NBA, for instance, they will require you to have graduated from high school at least two years prior to the recruitment process.
8. Prepare to be homesick. Most professional basketball players have to travel (very far away) from their home so psyche yourself to be tough in all circumstances. Success will only come to those who are willing to sacrifice something in return.
9. Get yourself an agent that will serve as your counselor. These agents will further your basketball career by helping you connect to the right people in the industry. If you are one of those players who gets called from agents without even asking for one, then you are mightily blessed.
10. When you are retired, what will you do? You have to have a buffer career for your retirement years. If you can, establish a business and a sizeable savings. Know that there is life beyond the basketball court and that you will inevitably live that.
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July 4th, 2009
Basketball Musikvideo
Song Lyrics
Chorus::Fundisha::
They’re playing basketball(JD:Uh, all around the world)
We love that basketball(Uh, to the beat y’all)
They’re playin basketball(lets go)
(All around the world)
we love that basketball
they’re playin basketball
We love that basketball(y’all know this is So-So Def)
They’re playing basketball(To the beat y’all)
We love that basketball(Yeah)
They’re playing basketball
We love that basketball(Bow Wow:Yeah)
[Bow Wow]
Now basketball is my favorite sport, I like the way they dribble up and down the court, I keep it so fresh on the mircophone, I like no interuption when the game is on, I like slam dunk that take me to the hoop, My favorite play is the alioop, I like the pick and roll, I like the give and go & its basketball bow wow, LETS GO!
::Chorus::Fundisha::
They’re playing basketball(Uh,all around the world)
We love that basketball(Yeah, to the beat y’all)
They’re playing basketball
We love that basketball
[Bow Wow]
Yeah, yo
I got the rock in my hands
There aint no tellin what im gonna do wit it
When i got possession im gonna have to fool wit it
I might cross you up and fake one way
Turn around and hit you wit the MJ fade-away
I throwin down passes like J-Kidd
Taking cats to the rack
And Im dunkin over them like T-Mac
When Im in the paint I play wit that Alonzo style
Im like darious cuz I can shoot 2 miles
[Fabulous]
Dont too many players get offers like me
Im back-n-forth likely
Shake the checks off your nikes
They almost had me in a suit at the draft
Cuz it look like a freethrow
When I be shootin from half
The first step like Iverson, blow pass you
Hell leave nuthin but net, but i can go blast too
When Im in the paint the defense so shook
They dont know if Im gonna put up a slow hook or dish up a no-look
See my game consist of whole lotta…..
Moves you would think I learned from the Harlem Globe Trotters
JD gonna lead us to a ring
Fab and Bow Wow is the only players that makes the cheerleaders wanna sing
::Chorus::
They’re playing basketball(put it up, put it up. put it up now)
We love that basketball(put it up, put it up, put it up now)
They’re playing basketball(ya)
We love that basketball(put it up, put it up, put it up now)
They’re playing basketball
We love that basketball
[Jermaine Dupri]
Now tell me were you in the joint
The night MJ scored 63 points
When the Lakers won titles back-to-back
Didnt give nobody no kind of slack
When Vince Carter came
Stuck his arm in the rim
Everybody went crazy in the whole gym
Dikembe Mutumbo standing tall
Playing D wit desire
Its Basketball
::Chorus::Fundisha::
They’re playing basketball(put it up, put it up, put it up now)
We love that basketball
They’re playing basketball(put it up, put it up, put it up now)
We love that basketball
They’re playing basketball(put it up, put it up, put it up now)
We love that basketball
They’re playing basketball(put it up, put it up, put it up now)
We love that basketball
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July 3rd, 2009
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These are highlights from the 2008-2009 season & first round of the 2009 NBA playoffs vs Detroit.
“LeBron James is LeBest player in the NBA. If you disagree, too bad. Just watch the video to see what I mean. Not only is he the most complete player (efficient scorer, rebounds, passing, defense, reliability, leader, amazing athlete), but he is the most EXCITING player in the NBA today. I tried to encapsulate his exciting on the court persona in this mix. I hope you enjoy it, I put my all into it…”
- Bruce Blitz
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July 1st, 2009
sport-street basket ball- The Ultimate And1 Mix Tape en 8105 Producciones http://8105producciones.iespana.es
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July 1st, 2009
Jashaun Agosto has been featured on numerous news channels and shows. Jay is now being featured on Kids Who Rip. He is one amazing talented basketball player! Check out our other videos for more kids like this.
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June 30th, 2009
6′8′ BRITTNEY GRINER, OF NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL IN HOUSTON, DUNKS DURING WARMUPS AND DURING THE PLAYOFF GAMES AGAINST STRATFORD HIGH. GRINER FINISHED WITH 33 POINTS. SHE IS SIGNED TO PLAY FOR BAYLOR.
Duration : 0:2:5
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June 30th, 2009
I am a pretty good shooter, but I want to be a better shooter. I have a basket set up behind my house. There is enough room to make a move or two then shoot, so what are some good drills to practice my shooting. I also need drills to help shooting from above my head. When I shoot now the ball is right in front of my face. I just need some good drills for better shooting.
Thanks.
watch clips on the proper form. Then try to incorporate what you saw into your own shooting technique. It all comes down to practice.
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June 30th, 2009
In this video WatchMojo.com shows you how to make and easy but elegant center piece for a table.
Duration : 2 min 3 sec
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June 30th, 2009
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Fat burning workouts that'll cut and shape your body in 4 weeks. Day 55 of Turbulence Training's Hardcore Fat Loss home fitness workout.
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Duration : 3 min 13 sec
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June 30th, 2009
This clip introduces Tom Nordland and his simple approach to shooting from his 1997 video called âSwish.â He talks about how extraordinary shooting is available in this method for most players. What is being taught is how to control âThe Flight of the Ball,â the most important aspect of shooting. And this way of shooting can be learned in a short time, not the usual thousands of repetitions or XX number of days most people suggest. Awareness and self-coaching can lead to immediate growth and development. To learn more visit: www.swish22.com
Duration : 1 min 6 sec
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