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Basic Fundamentals of Basketball

Aside from being a great spectator sport, basketball is also a great way to get in shape, learn teamwork, and to attain self discipline. Being that it's not a frightfully difficult game to play, and that it's a lot of fun, it is often a popular choice among those looking for a new sport to play.
If you find you are interested in getting started in basketball, or you are just looking to give your game a little lift, there are some basic fundamentals of basketball you should be aware of.
1) Cardiovascular workouts are your best friend. Your legs, heart and lungs are your most valuable organs during a game. You will need to make sure you have lots of endurance, healthy leg muscles and plenty of speed. Otherwise you won't be able to keep up with the game, and you could get injured.
2) Strengthen your peripheral vision. When you play, you need to be aware of everything around you. On top of that, you need to be able to dribble the ball without having to stare at it the whole time. Do plenty of exercises to strengthen your peripheral vision and remember to keep your eyes up.
3) Learn to play every position. By learning them all, you will not only gain a proper respect for your teammates, but you will be better able to understand how to work as a team.

Teach Skills, Not Just Systems

A common oversight among coaches is spending too much time learning "plays" and not enough time learning how to play. Teams do need to have organized offenses and plays, but it is far more important to be able to execute the fundamentals of movement, ballhandling, dribbling, passing and shooting than it is to know how to run through a particular offense. Along with all of the individual fundamentals, players need to understand the concept of "relative motion." That can best be described as realizing how one player fits into the space on the floor, given the "relative" positioning of the other players, both offense and defense. A player with this understanding will know how to move to get open, create proper spacing, passing angles, play good on ball defense and give good team defensive help.

Holding the Basketball

You begin by shaping each hand as though you are about to grab an object. Hold the ball so that only the pads of your finger touch the ball. Now hold the ball with your fingertips only. This drill will give your fingers a better feel for the basketball and allow you to have more control of the ball as well. Repeat this drill everyday.