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		<title>Getting Your Kids Into Basketball</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 02:56:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This interesting article addresses some of the key issues regarding Basketball. A careful reading of this material could make a big difference in how you think about Basketball. Obesity and over-weight cases among children in the United States have increased. According so several studies, nearly 50% of children in the United States will be obese. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This interesting article addresses some of the key issues regarding Basketball. A careful reading of this material could make a big difference in how you think about Basketball.</p>
<p>Obesity and over-weight cases among children in the United States have increased.  According so several studies, nearly 50% of children in the United States will be obese.  Aside from proper diet, exercise and involving children in physical activity could help battle obesity. Basketball is a great way of involving children into sports and helping them develop their social skills. </p>
<p>Basketball, as an indoor sport, could be played all the year round in school or local gym.  All you need is just a ball, a hoop and a court.  Parents understand that it is important to incorporate physical activity into their children&#8217;s daily schedule.  However, not all parents are aware that involving their children in team sports could also help them learn important social lessons like teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership.  </p>
<p>Basketball is one of the most popular team sports which could help your child have new friends while burning their energy.  Basketball can build endurance, especially, if three to four time a week. Since basketball is a full body workout itself, it would develop different muscle groups in the body.  </p>
<p>Basketball could also help children develop hand and feet coordinate and could improve balance.  Shooting the ball inside the ring would fully utilize your child&#8217;s arms, hands, legs, and feet movement while visualizing or surveying their environment.  This is a great reason why basketball could be played by children, it could develop overall coordination.   Energy and stamina would increase through playing basketball. The sport would include walking, running, and jumping, which would use all muscles in your child&#8217;s upper and lower body. </p>
<p>So far, we&#8217;ve uncovered some interesting facts about Basketball. You may decide that the following information is even more interesting.</p>
<p>As a physical sport, sprains and other sport related injuries could happen.  Proper training could help in reducing the risks of injuring calves, knees, and pulling your hamstring.  Make sure that your children would be getting warm-up and stretching exercises before playing basketball. </p>
<p>Basketball is not only good for your child&#8217;s physical health, it could also benefit you child&#8217;s mental game.  Your child will learn how to be a team-player, think of strategies and execute plays while under pressure.  Basketball players also develop higher concentration and focus even if there are different kinds of distractions around. </p>
<p>There are also studies conducted by the Women&#8217;s Sports Foundation that adolescents who are regularly involved in team sports are less likely to use drugs, be in abusive relationships and have higher chances of finishing high school and continuing to college. They develop self-confidence, making them physically, mentally and emotionally healthy. </p>
<p>Involving your kid in a sport like basketball would help your child in becoming a well-rounded person.  It is important for parents to reinforce whatever positive attitude their children learned from the sport.  Basketball is quite popular, that if your child would be able to excel in the sport, he or she may even have a chance of getting sports scholarship and great career opportunities. </p>
<p>By involving your child in basketball or other team sport, you would be able to provide a venue for your child to develop physically and socially.  The values that your child would learn from playing the sport may sound so simple, but these values would eventually help them as they grow older. </p>
<p>Don&#8217;t limit yourself by refusing to learn the details about Basketball. The more you know, the easier it will be to focus on what&#8217;s important.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>What Basketball Shoes are Best on Court</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:15:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The more you understand about any subject, the more interesting it becomes. As you read this article you&#8217;ll find that the subject of Basketball is certainly no exception.</p>
<p>Every game has its own accessories and equipments, and that is always true in basketball. Aside from the ball and the basketball hoop, a good player knows that he must wear a pair of dependable basketball shoes. There are multitudes of brands one can choose from. They have their own advantages and added features to ensure that a player will feel comfortable and in good running condition all through out the game. </p>
<p>Among the many are the major supporters of the game like Nike, Reebok, Adidas, and Converse. In fact, these brands have been part of great basketball stars in their careers. And knowing that they are future shapers, basketball stars will not endorse something pony. </p>
<p>One of the most remarkable partnerships is Nike and Michael Jordan. Jordan had been the endorser of top caliber basketball shoes from the world&#8217;s most famous brand, Nike. The partners had a thing together. In fact, Nike produced an especial model of Nike basketball shoes in the Nike Air Jordan series. The ?Just Do It&#8217; mantra was also part of this brand, meaning for Jordan followers and wannabes to just do it! But what made not only Nike but the rest of the major basketball shoes suppliers of the industry best value are the response of its fanatics.</p>
<p>Among the reasons a fanatic will want for a pair of shoes is the following:</p>
<p>- Comfort. Every basketball shoes buyer really goes for comfortable foot wear. It has to be soft in the sole and flexible as rubber on the outside. These characteristics will keep every wearer from splints and ankle fractures. </p>
<p>It&#8217;s really a good idea to probe a little deeper into the subject of Basketball. What you learn may give you the confidence you need to venture into new areas.</p>
<p>- Durability. Basketball shoes buyers wants something not only comfortable to wear but also durable ones. It has to be something that will be able to endure the pressures of the game. </p>
<p>- Style. Every buyer would want a pair of shoes that is not only comfortable and durable but really classy and complementing. </p>
<p>- Price. More and more buyers are willing to pay the price with the guaranty of good quality and comfort. This is one of the many reasons major basketball shoes are still of great value in the industry.</p>
<p>These four characteristics quoted above are just some of the still many values a buyer is looking for, but these are enough to acquire a best buy. And if you are still looking for the right place to purchase best value basketball shoes then you are in luck as on the web, there are thousands of boys, girls, men, and women basketball shoes of different designs and styles. But the crucial in doing so is finding the reputable website to get any of your basketball stuff needs. </p>
<p>The easiest way to do so is by getting into directories of advertisers and users of these basketball shoes. Keeping track of the forums held in known sites of basketball shoes fans will also be very helpful. Also, you have to look into testimonials of real purchasers so as to know the right brand and model of shoes to get for you and your loved ones.</p>
<p>After all, buying online is the fastest and most efficient way of purchasing things. You will not need to go through the difficulties of over the counter requirements, making you on top of the situation all the time.    </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, proud owner of this top ranked web hosting reseller site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Tips on How to Play Basketball</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:17:33 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Being a basketball fan is not an accident. It is something trained in you way back in the early years of your life. It&#8217;s like brushing your teeth; you do it routinely without the need for motivator. Basketball may have found you in your growing up years, maybe because your dad was a die hard fan too and he taught you how to play and love it as well. Or maybe, your school is adept to sports and basketball is its top team game. Or maybe you just love the game, play it yourself and dreams of becoming one of the biggies in the industry.</p>
<p>Well, why not? But the thing is: do you really know how to play basketball? If you do then you might want to add something to your strategies, if you are faring on the average then the following basketball tips might help you a lot, and if you actually don&#8217;t then you are in luck.</p>
<p>There are 9 simple steps or tips on how to play basketball more effectively and efficiently. Remember that these tips and steps are basically designed for one team, meaning it&#8217;s like you are just playing to win and you have to achieve the best strategies in opposing or defending against other team in the long run.</p>
<p>Tip Number 1:</p>
<p>- Establish a team. Basketball is a team sport. You will basically need at least five players in a team and if you are one of them then you need four more teammates. Choose those that also have the feel for the game and willing to work together and have the winning attitude. Skill and knowledge will improve later on.</p>
<p>Tip Number 2:</p>
<p>- Break the ice. Since you are not opposing a team for now, you don&#8217;t have to jump for the ball; instead use free throw to start the game. The first player who scores will get two points and succeeding will be of 1 point. </p>
<p>Tip Number 3:</p>
<p>- In the event that the first shooter misses the basket, the second in line will have to rebound and go for the basket. Note that the ball must bounce only once or else, the player loses his turn. When that happens, the third in line must shoot from the three points ring to restart the game. This is worth two points though.</p>
<p>Tip Number 4:</p>
<p>- Jump whenever handling the ball. In this game, no one is allowed to touch the ball with his feet on the ground unless during the free throw. So make it a point to jump when the player ahead of you misses his target.</p>
<p>You can see that there&#8217;s practical value in learning more about Basketball. Can you think of ways to apply what&#8217;s been covered so far?</p>
<p>Tip Number 5:</p>
<p>-Continue the game in this sequence. Each shot during the play mode is worth two points.</p>
<p>Tip Number 6:</p>
<p>- Free throw after making a basket. Every player who makes the basket will have a chance to do free throws, which is worth one point.</p>
<p>Tip Number 7:</p>
<p>- Free throw until you miss. In the event that you make a basket, you are to do free throws in unlimited row. This will go on until the time you misses at least one shot.</p>
<p>Tip Number 8:</p>
<p>- Restart game with the same procedure as before. After missing your free throw, the next player takes the ball for a free throw. If missed, the next rebounds but if it&#8217;s a good ball then a series of free throws follow.</p>
<p>Tip Number 9:</p>
<p>- The game ends when one of the players get exact 30 points. If score goes over 30, then the score automatically drops to 19 and the game will continue.</p>
<p>With these, the game will be as fulfilling as when you have an opposing team aside from the fact that your and your team mates&#8217; skills and knowledge are improved. In the next games, and when all of you achieved the fastest ends of the game and the shooting range and stamina improve, you can look for team opponents.</p>
<p>The internet is where you can find additional tips on how to play basketball; even those from professionals or perhaps from your favorite NBA player. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Essential Notes about the Basic Rules and Equipments Used in Basketball</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 05:45:12 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This article explains a few things about Basketball, and if you&#8217;re interested, then this is worth reading, because you can never tell what you don&#8217;t know.</p>
<p>It may be easier to become a spectator of a basketball game than to participate on an actual game, especially on a professional level. If this is your passion, you might as well start by knowing more about the rules and various equipments that are used and implemented on this kind of team sport. More and more people are getting fascinated with the sport. This is why there are many professional leagues that can be found at various countries all around the world. To give you some briefing about what to expect with the game, here&#8217;s a peek about the rules and a look at the standard equipments used during the game. </p>
<p>Basic Rules</p>
<p>Although some rules about measurements and time limits may vary depending on the league and tournaments, these are the basic rules that are followed by international leagues, including the NBA.</p>
<p>The rule of the game is simple, the team with the higher score by the end of the time limit for the whole game would win. This can be achieved by shooting the balls on the hoop to score points, while the opponent tries to hinder the shots through various strategies. A shot can be worth two or three points. Three points is given if the shot is made at the three-point arc or 6.25 meters away from the basket for international games and 7.24 meters for the NBA. One point can be gained if the player does the shot on the foul line after a foul is committed.</p>
<p>Knowledge can give you a real advantage. To make sure you&#8217;re fully informed about Basketball, keep reading.</p>
<p>There are four quarters in each game. Each quarter can be 10 minutes long for international games and 12 minutes for the NBA. A half-time break is given 15 minutes. If the scores are equal by the end of the fourth quarter, an overtime will be issued that is five minutes long. Whenever the game is not active, the time is stopped. A game usually lasts for two hours, depending on various technical aspects that may occur while it is on. There are two teams that will play at each game. Aside from the players, these teams will have their coaches. The coach is responsible in overseeing the while game and in making sure that the strategies are implemented to increase the team&#8217;s chances of winning. The team must also have assistant coaches, doctors, trainers, managers and statisticians. </p>
<p>Equipments</p>
<p>A standard uniform is composed of pair of shorts and jersey that must be unique to each team, with the number and surname of the player who is wearing such. This is applicable for both men and women&#8217;s leagues. To begin the game, the two essential things that must be at sight are the ball and the court where the game is going to be played. At competitive levels, there must be score sheets, scoreboards, clocks, stop-clock system that is operated through whistle and alternating possession arrows.</p>
<p>As a basketball player, you have to excel not only in shooting, but also on how you can stop the other team from making points. You can achieve this through constant practice and by catching some good games on TV or on live venues. </p>
<p>Take time to consider the points presented above. What you learn may help you overcome your hesitation to take action.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Top Professional Basketball Leagues around the World</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:32:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Current info about Basketball is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest Basketball info available. There are many basketball professional leagues around the world. This is such a feat for the game&#8217;s creator, Dr. James Naismith. Who would have thought that the game that Naismith conceptualized to help his [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Current info about Basketball is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest Basketball info available.</p>
<p>There are many basketball professional leagues around the world. This is such a feat for the game&#8217;s creator, Dr. James Naismith. Who would have thought that the game that Naismith conceptualized to help his students keep fit and active during rainy and winter seasons will emerge as one of the most popular and widely watched sports all around the globe?</p>
<p>It was on December 1981 when Naismith came up with the first rules about the game that he originally called Basket Ball. He was then a physical education professor and instructor at the International Young Men&#8217;s Christian Association Training School at in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA. The school is now known as the Springfield College. He went through many trial and error processes before he finally was able to implement the first look of the game. Through time, various improvements have been implemented to make the game more efficient and more fun to watch and play. </p>
<p>Since its conception, there have been many changes and innovations that were implemented on the game to make it what it is today. This is why many countries have also created their professional leagues, which is one good sign that the sport is indeed popular. </p>
<p>Professional Leagues</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a look at some of the leagues that can be found at various countries where the sport is popular and many people are hooked about the game as well as the players. </p>
<p>National Basketball Association</p>
<p>So far, we&#8217;ve uncovered some interesting facts about Basketball. You may decide that the following information is even more interesting.</p>
<p>This league is the product of the union of the Basketball Association of America and the National Basketball League. The American Basketball Association was created in 1967 and this actually posed a threat on the NBA&#8217;s dominance. In 1976, another historical merge happened between the two groups that created a powerful lineup of teams and paved the way for the NBA to be hailed as the top professional league in the world when it comes to this sport. It is the top when it comes to various aspects such as the popularity of the game and most of its players, the salary range of the players, the talent of those who are involved in the game and the level of competition that it brings every time a game is on.</p>
<p>Women&#8217;s National Basketball Association</p>
<p>This league that in backed up by the NBA was formed in 1997. It suffered from a shaky start, but it was able to stand up above the rest and confirms its spot on the league. WNBA was able to seal a lucrative deal with ESPN for 2009 to 2016. According to figures, this gets more viewership than the NHL and Major League Soccer. </p>
<p>National Basketball League Australia</p>
<p>This started in 1979 and it currently has eight teams from various parts of Australia and one from New Zealand. There are some players from the league that made it big in the international scene, such as Luc Longley, Shane Heal, Andrew Gaze, Andrew Bogut and Chris Anstey.</p>
<p>Philippine Basketball Association</p>
<p>This is known to be the second oldest basketball league in the world. Its first game was held on April 9, 1975 at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, Philippines. There were nine teams that participated on the first season of the league. </p>
<p>Take time to consider the points presented above. What you learn may help you overcome your hesitation to take action.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>What are Basketball Camps For?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2011 22:24:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When most people think of Basketball, what comes to mind is usually basic information that&#8217;s not particularly interesting or beneficial. But there&#8217;s a lot more to Basketball than just the basics. When we hear the word camp, the first thing that comes into mind is assembling a tent and sleeping under the starry skies. For [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When most people think of Basketball, what comes to mind is usually basic information that&#8217;s not particularly interesting or beneficial. But there&#8217;s a lot more to Basketball than just the basics.</p>
<p>When we hear the word camp, the first thing that comes into mind is assembling a tent and sleeping under the starry skies. For most, it is a form of adventure in the woods or anywhere conceivable. But for teachers and organizers, this is the act of teaming up to learn about something in particular. One good example for this is basketball camps. This kind of a camp is not something like a deed of a camping.</p>
<p>It is a season or like a course where a teacher which is usually a coach held in the hope of training basketball fanatics and enthusiasts to become somebody worth to join important teams in different associations. Some are just for the fun of it while others are formal trainings for highly potential players in the future. </p>
<p>Usually, basketball camps are paid trainings although there are some that are not. Paid trainings are usually held by clubs, coaches, and top players in the industry. While those free trainings are usually held by schools, government institutions, and for-a-cause organizations. These camps are usually attended by different types of people but there are camps that make a distinction, like for example women basketball, men basketball, and kid basketball camps. </p>
<p>In basketball camps, there are three people most important all through the camp duration:</p>
<p>1. The attendees. These are the people that enroll into the program. They are usually gauge by age and sex but will depend on the organizers. If it is a paid program, there are certain requirements asked before they can enroll like fees and certifications. They also provide for their food and clothing.</p>
<p>Once you begin to move beyond basic background information, you begin to realize that there&#8217;s more to Basketball than you may have first thought. </p>
<p>If it is a free program like in school, the organizers are free to choose and the attendees are required to pass some important sifting processes. The organizers may or may not provide food and camp clothing, depending on the budget provided by the sponsoring institution.</p>
<p>2. The lecturers or teachers, also coaches or instructors. They are the group of innovative, aggressive, and highly skilled individuals knowledgeable of the game and of the entire course in the camp. These people are the ones who will teach and motivate as well as share valuable core attitude to the attendees. They have the pressure of ensuring that their attendees learn and become professionals after the training. It is also expected that they are the authorities in the said camp and the discipline of the entire group will depend on them.</p>
<p>3. The organizers. These are a group of people or entities that spearheads the entire vision and mission of a specific camp, which in this case is a basketball camp. They may be government owned or private institutions that wishes to help nurture future talents through a series of trainings or basketball camps. These can also be a group of people who wants to earn and train through promoting skills and knowledge of the game. </p>
<p>These three are just the basic foundation of basketball camps as well as other types of sport and non-sport camps. There are still many people who belong to backroom staffs and personnel. These are the nurses, doctors, attendants, cleaners, caterers, and many others who can be in the camp depending on the budget of the camp organizers.</p>
<p>In the end, the camp is supposed to train and discipline every attendee to have a winning attitude not only in the camp but after the camp.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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		<title>Be On Your Game: Basketball Diet</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:38:35 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The only way to keep up with the latest about Basketball is to constantly stay on the lookout for new information. If you read everything you find about Basketball, it won&#8217;t take long for you to become an influential authority.</p>
<p>Success as a basketball player does not only rely on training and skill.  Nutrition and diet plays a major role on developing and improving the body&#8217;s physical condition. Eating proper food would ensure that the body is supplemented with the much needed energy needed while playing the sport. </p>
<p>It is important for athletes to be conscious with what they eat and drink.  Their energy and stamina, as well as muscle development would depend on what kinds of food they consume.  </p>
<p>Carbohydrates &#8211; Athletes, in this case, basketball players, need to consume carbohydrates since this is a source of their energy.  It is also very important in brain function.   Just like in any diet, this is essential but should not be overly consumed.   Great sources of carbohydrates are wheat breads and pasta. </p>
<p>Protein ? Another source of energy and aids the body&#8217;s building blocks for strength and muscle mass.  Rich sources of protein are lean turkey, fish with least amount of fat, like Halibut, tuna and cod, eggs, meat, dairy products, some vegetables like peanuts, soya and asparagus.  </p>
<p>Fat- it is still needed, but all you need to consume would be low-fat foods like fish and nuts. </p>
<p>Think about what you&#8217;ve read so far. Does it reinforce what you already know about Basketball? Or was there something completely new? What about the remaining paragraphs? </p>
<p>The amount of carbohydrates and protein that nutritionists recommend may differ, but generally these two are what basketball players need more. Nutritionists recommend that a balanced diet should contain about 60-65% of carbohydrates, 15-20% of fat and 10-15% of protein.  Make sure to eat vegetables, fruits and whole  grain food.  Aside from fat, also limit sugar and sodium in your food. </p>
<p>Players are often recommended to eat lots of carbohydrates, at least an hour before the game.  This would keep energy stored in the body. Sometimes, players would eat a banana to replenish their energy in the middle of the game. After the game, the body needs to repair itself, eating protein is important at this stage.   </p>
<p>It is important to hydrate the body, especially during trainings and practices. The best way to keep the body hydrated is to drink water.  Athletes are recommended to drink more than a gallon a day, since they would be sweating out more than that.  Water could also provide the needed energy and could refresh the body.  Energy drinks are best avoided, since they can be laced with sugar and caffeine which may give the body a quick energy fix but not the necessary nutrients. </p>
<p>It is important for athletes and basketball players to have a meal plan.  This would ensure that the athletes are eating properly and what they are consuming is what their body needs.  Meal plans would not only include main meals but also snacks like cereal bars, fruits and yogurts. </p>
<p>Following the meal plan would be easy, especially if you would be eating at home.  When eating out, you should consider the serving sizes to avoid eating too much.  It is okay to eat about 5 to 7 meals throughout the day, but the portion would depend on what would be the goal.  For example, there are some basketball players who would like add more bulk, while others would like to reduce weight. </p>
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		<title>Knowing Deeper the Five 2009 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Feb 2011 02:22:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are 293 coaches, players, referees, contributors, and teams who are enshrined Hall of Famer by Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame since 1959.</p>
<p>The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame is the highest honor one can get in basketball. Entering the Hall of Fame means one has outstandingly contributed to the sport.</p>
<p>In 2009, the institution enshrined five into the lists of, not only prominent but also, exceptional actors in basketball in the recent years. Let&#8217;s look at the five very closely.</p>
<p>Michael Jordan&#8217;s fame will likely indicate, if not prove, his superiority on court, thus surprises no one of his listing in the Hall of Fame. But it doesn&#8217;t mean it wasn&#8217;t celebrated?of course yes for this immortalized his greatness. Jordan, who won Finals MVP each basketball season, demonstrated excellence in playing.</p>
<p>During Jordan&#8217;s freshman season at UNC, he ended the game with a winning shot in the 1982 NCAA national title. That marked his happy days in basketball. Jordan entered the NBA Draft following his junior year. He was selected third overall by the Chicago Bulls. In 1991, the Jordan-led Bulls won three straight world championships. He won Olympic gold in the next year before he retired. When he returned to NBA, the team won three consecutive titles.</p>
<p>Also enshrined in 2009 is David Robinson?born August 6, 1965. He was known as ?The Admiral? at the US Naval Academy. For twenty years, he was a great rebounder, shot blocker, and all-around talent. All of which he carried to the NBA games. </p>
<p>You can see that there&#8217;s practical value in learning more about Basketball. Can you think of ways to apply what&#8217;s been covered so far?</p>
<p>In 1989, Robinson became part of the San Antonio Spurs, which by his power won NBA championships first in 1999 and second in 2003. He was a ten-time All-Star who torched the nets for 71 points in the final game of the season in 1994. He was also a three-time Olympian winning two gold medals in 1992 and 1996 and one bronze medal in 1988. </p>
<p>Among the two, he got more immortalized testimony to his astonishing career in basketball. John Stockton, a point guard of Utah Jazz, has a statue of him erected outside the arena where he played his NBA career and has a street in Salt Lake City is named for him. </p>
<p>Born in 26 March 1962, Stockton is ?old school? in every aspect. In his 19 seasons, he was a ten-time All Star. He led Jazz in assists a record of nine consecutive seasons and won gold medals at 1992 and 1996 Olympics. Stockton also holds the single-season record for assists.</p>
<p>Another 2009 Hall of Famer is Jerry Sloan, who authored the book on loyalty in coaching. He took over Utah Jazz in 1988 and became the coach for twenty years. As such, he holds the longest coaching tenure with the same team in professional sports.</p>
<p>Two of his greatest feats include the only NBA coach to record 1,000 wins with the same franchise and be among the three coaches in NBA history to win at least 50 games in 10 or more seasons.</p>
<p>The last but not the least that are enshrined in 2009 into the Hall of Fame is Vivian Stringer. She won more than 800 victories. Her coaching career started at Cheyney State where she coached alongside John Chaney. </p>
<p>One of her achievements includes leading a historically black college into the first NCAA women&#8217;s Final Four in 1982. An annual event, the C. Vivian Stringer Coaching Award is given to a woman who has experienced excellent success as a coach.</p>
<p>That&#8217;s how things stand right now. Keep in mind that any subject can change over time, so be sure you keep up with the latest news.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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		<title>Why Play Basketball</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:32:53 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So what is Basketball really all about? The following report includes some fascinating information about Basketball&#8211;info you can use, not just the old stuff they used to tell you.</p>
<p>Basketball is probably the most popular sport in the whole world. Thanks to NBA and the likes of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and others, many people have indulged into this sport not only because their idols do so but for the simple reason that they want to be physically fit and live a longer and healthier life.</p>
<p>In fact, playing basketball also became popular to people who are trying to lose weight for good because it doesn&#8217;t give them too much pressure and give them so much fun. Since playing basketball enables a person to play with others, it is enjoyed by many because it also helps them improve their social skills.</p>
<p>For people who feel that their weight is greatly affecting their self-esteem because of physical appearance, health, emotional stability, physical abilities and the overall quality of your life in general, then it is about time that you contemplate on losing weight by playing basketball.  </p>
<p>GETTING STARTED </p>
<p>Whether you are playing to lose weight or just to have fun, there are some considerations first before you finally decide to engage with the sport. </p>
<p>Before buying all the gear needed for playing basketball, you must determine first the real reasons why you want to engage in sport. For some, they play basketball because they want to lose weight while for others, it&#8217;s because they enjoy playing with others. By determining and establishing your reason/s why you would want to play basketball, you can use these as motivations continue with it. </p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Basketball experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Basketball.</p>
<p>Next, know it in yourself if you can be truly and whole-heartedly committed in doing the things necessary for you to play basketball. By asking yourself if you are ready to permanently change what you eat, how you eat, your behavior and your activity level, the possibility is greater that you would achieve your goals in playing basketball. </p>
<p>Third, look for a back up support system in case you are having a hard time maintaining your interest on basketball. It would be best if you have a set of friends who you can play basketball with on regular basis. If you have a fixed schedule and a fixed set of players, you will be encouraged to play basketball regularly. </p>
<p>HELPFUL TIPS </p>
<p>If you are planning to play basketball on a regular basis, you must seek professional help first to check if you are physically and mentally fit for the sport. For those who are playing basketball to, here are some tips you can do yourself: </p>
<p>? Watch what you eat. Choosing the foods you eat from the food pyramid can help you develop a well-balanced diet and will give your body the nutrients it needs to endure the rigorous activities while playing basketball. </p>
<p>? Never, ever skip regular meals. Food nourishes the body. Although dieting or cutting down on food intake can help you lose weight, this cannot assure permanent weight loss because you will tend to eat more the next meal. </p>
<p>? Prevent dehydration by drinking lots of water. Basketball is rigorous sport so expect that you will sweat a lot. You must ensure that you need to load up on liquids, especially water, so your body will be well-dehydrated to avoid dehydration-related problems. </p>
<p>The day will come when you can use something you read about here to have a beneficial impact. Then you&#8217;ll be glad you took the time to learn more about Basketball.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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		<title>Come to Think of the Most Famous Basketball Players</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 12:28:43 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following paragraphs summarize the work of Basketball experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Basketball. Heed their advice to avoid any Basketball surprises.</p>
<p>Basketball fanatics have something in common aside from knowing the latest basketball news and standing of teams, they also know the most famous basketball players in the history. Among these are the hall of famers and other big names known in the industry.</p>
<p>Most are very bankable stars and still some are old enough to retire but won&#8217;t for the love of the game. There are very many that made it to the top stories of basketball news but there are few that really marked in the minds of basketball fanatics as well as the history. Some are as follows:</p>
<p>1. Michael Jordan. ESPN&#8217;s greatest North American athlete of the 20th century is still very significant in the world of basketball and is still making big waves even after his retirement in the industry. Air Jordan to his many fans, Michael had left his career on top. He was the undefeated Most Valuable Player (MVP) in his time and Bulls&#8217; most bankable star. But he started out with a humbling story: he was rejected in a varsity position during his tenth grade but that did not stopped him from becoming the best of what he can be. At most, he was admired for his leaping ability and got six NBA Finals MVP awards.</p>
<p>2. Wilt Chamberlain. Philadelphia&#8217;s sport symbol Wilt Chamberlain was 1978&#8242;s Hall of Famer for the many contributions he added to the industry. He was among those that are involved in making basketball a more effective sport to many. Widening the lane, free throws and inbounding the ball are jusit few of his advocated changes that were all adapted. Even if he was not a fanatic of the game in his early years, he became one of the dominant features in the industry with his advantageous 7 feet 1 inch bulk.</p>
<p>Sometimes the most important aspects of a subject are not immediately obvious. Keep reading to get the complete picture.</p>
<p>3. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. A successful coach and author nowadays, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was another important figure in the NBA. He scored 38,387 points in his 20 years in the industry, the highest score ever made by a basketball player. He was an only child and rose in an organized Roman Catholic religion.</p>
<p>4. Lisa Leslie. The fourth most famous basketball player is a woman who won regular season, WNBA Championship and All-Star Game MVP awards in the same season. She was also the first woman who dunked in WNBA game and to score 3,000 points. Lisa Leslie is WNBA&#8217;s most known athlete and is idolized by many woman fanatics of the game.</p>
<p>5. Larry Bird. ?Kodak&#8217; to his coach, Larry Bird is among the world-class clutch performers of NBA. He has a great ability to anticipate and react to his opponents&#8217; offenses and strategies. He played power forward and small forward positions and rebounds very well. His constant motivator is the poverty he struggled from. </p>
<p>The magic five most famous basketball players&#8217; list is just few of the still many very famous players in the industry. These people were highly instrumental in making the game more popular and sought after in the world. In fact, basketball is the most watched and played team sports anywhere in the world.</p>
<p>This is just a proof that the legends in the industry have made a very good job in creating buzz and promoting the sport to every man and woman, adult and young ones around the world. </p>
<p>Hopefully the sections above have contributed to your understanding of Basketball. Share your new understanding about Basketball with others. They&#8217;ll thank you for it.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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