Book Description
Make the most of every possession with the help of Basketball Offenses & Plays. Inside you'll find

· 22 man-to-man offenses,

· 15 zone offenses,

· 51 quick-scoring and delay offenses,

· 26 special situational plays, and

· 62 inbounds plays.

Each section contains a variety of sets and plays, all clearly explained and diagrammed. The presentation will assist you in selecting the best options for your offense based on the game situation, your personnel on the court, your preferred playing style, and your opponent's personnel and tactics. Basketball Offenses & Plays provides all the information you need to make the right call every time your team has the ball. ... Read more

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Basketball Offenses & Plays
What was really nice about this book is the variety of offenses it covered. This book covered every offensive situation that can happen. I also like the fact that the sets and plays have names. I was able to implement some of thes plays into our offense.
This book is a big help to coaches who are looking to get good shots for their scorers or getting everyone involved. It is also filled with info for different styles of teams. I found this book to be helpful throughout the high school season. This book will sharpen your ideas and visions of what coaching basketball includes. I would suggest this book to anyone who wants to learn about offensive basketball. Great reading, and a great learning tool. ... Read more

Book Description
Duke basketball is one of the most celebrated programs in intercollegiate athletics. With fourteen Final Four appearances and three national championships for the men’s teams and four Final Four appearances and five ACC championships for the women’s teams, the Blue Devils have established a worldwide reputation for excellence and have inspired the fierce devotion of generations of fans.

The Encyclopedia of Duke Basketball is the ultimate reference source for true-blue fans, with profiles of great games, classic finishes (both wins and losses), and compelling personalities, including players, coaches, and opponents. While it is filled with a wealth of statistical information, the Encyclopedia goes well beyond the numerical record to deliver insights on people and performances and anecdotes that will surprise even the most seasoned Duke supporter.

The Encyclopedia features:
— A timeline of key events in men’s and women’s basketball history.
— Capsules of the most important men’s and women’s games in the program’s history, including the men’s buzzer-beating overtime win against Kentucky in 1992 and the women’s stunning victory over Tennessee to reach the Final Four in 1999.
— An alphabetical encyclopedia with entries on players from Alaa Abdelnaby to Bill Zimmer and on coaches, customs, opponents, venues, and records.
— Exclusive interviews in which standout players, including Danny Ferry, Mike Gminski, Grant Hill, Christian Laettner, and Jason Williams, recount moments they’ll never forget.
— A statistical record book covering every season through 2005–06.
—130 photographs of Duke basketball history.

A source of entertainment as well as information, this volume will be a great resource for fans hoping to settle arguments, relive favorite games, or simply enjoy hours of pleasurable reading. ... Read more

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Spectacular collection of facts and lore.A must-have for Duke fans.
This is the greatest collection of Duke basketball facts and lore of all time.An unbeatable resource -- a must have for Duke fans. ... Read more

Book Description
The fourth edition of Coaching Youth Basketball stresses fun, safety, and effective instruction, helping you create an environment that promotes learning, helps your kids enjoy their basketball experiences, and motivates your athletes to come out year after year.

Numerous coaching books present the skills and drills of basketball. But here's a book that teaches you how to convey these skills to your athletes in an engaging and positive manner. Coaching Youth Basketball's focus on teaching offensive and defensive skills through gamelike activities sets it apart from the current lineup of basketball coaching books. And, it's the only one written with the expertise of USA Basketball's Don Showalter.

The fourth edition includes new activities and age-specific coaching tips that are sure to jump-start your practices, all in a reorganized format geared for sequential learning and quick reference.

The expertise of USA Basketball combined with essential coaching skills like communicating with parents and officials, motivating players, and preparing for games and practices make this book a must-read as you prepare to meet the challenges and enjoy the rewards of coaching young athletes. ... Read more

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Youth Basketball Coach's Primer...Fundamental and Flexible
I picked up this book last night at a local library, hoping to find one or two new drills for my 6th Grade Girls basketball team. From the look of its cover, I expected that the focus would be on "beginner level" coaching and player development, such as how to dribble, shoot, and defend. Although the book started slowly, with explanations of coaching philosophies and how to work with children (valuable information,of course), I was pleased to find a series of drills and skill development tools that I could use at the 6th Grade level. The drills were coded as appropriate for "Beginner", "Intermediate", and Advanced" levels of play, with several of them building on the prior in such a way that when you, as a coach, have different skill levels on your team, you could use whichever level was appropriate for the player(s) working on the skill/drill. There are also a number of practical sections on "Error Detection and Correction" that can help coaches identify when skills need some "fine tuning" with recommendations as to how to go about it within the framework of the skill/drill being taught.

I would recommend this book to other coaches looking for simple, yet effective methods of instructing basketball fundamentals for players at different levels of skill and understanding of the game. ... Read more

Book Description
Although you can't give your players a hot shooting hand, with Basketball FundaMENTALs you can help them develop the concentration, composure, and confidence they need to play consistently better. From shooting slumps to clutch free throws, this easy-to-use book will help you and your players learn the psychological basics of basketball.

Author and Chicago-area coach Jay Mikes helps players improve their on-court performance by teaching them to develop body and mind awareness, use mental practice and imagery, and manage stress and pressure. Loaded with mental training drills, practical discussion questions, and helpful coaching tips, this invaluable guide is touted by coaches all over the country as an essential training manual. ... Read more

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Don't forget the Mental Aspect
Basketball Fundamentals is equally valuable to coaches and players of the game. This easy to read book help players and coaches understand WHY certain things happen.

Why can't players afford to complain aboutreffing? Why can some players shoot well in practice and not in games? Howcan consistency be developed in players? In easy to read language, JayMikes not only offers answers to these question, but also solutions.

This book will be required reading for my Varsity players.

An essential guide for players, coaches, AND officials
This takes the mental aspects of basketball and applies fundamental techniques that anyone can use. I read it avidly and it is a source of reference now.

NICELY CONSTRUCTIVE
A simple method for a basketball players to know the mental effect of fantastic basketball game.

A manual in Mental Training
Jay Mikes has written a book that is a definitive guide to mental training and the analysis of the mental side of basketball fundamentals. He has managed this in a style that is not only captivating but also clear and concise. I found the book a great help in preparing young players for competetive basketball. This book not only helps in solving a crisis (eg: a shooting slump) but also in preventing them. A great read for coaches and players alike. ... Read more

Amazon.com
Celebrate the Tennessee Lady Vols seventh national championship with this special commemorative issue from Sports Illustrated.The issue features a photo summary of the full 2006-2007 Lady Vols season through the championship.Plus recap all the action as the Lady Vols pushed through the tournament to take the crown.Sports Illustrated takes you behind the scenes with Pat Summitt, college basketball's winningest coach and the driving force behind Tennessee's seven titles.Finally, SI takes on the impossible task of selecting the all-time Tennessee team; see if you agree with the choices.This special issue is not included in the Sports Illustrated subscription and is available for a limited time.

Highlights of the special issue include:

A WHOLE NEW BALL GAME:

Customer Reviews (10)

A story that plays on a common prejudice among elementary school children
Children always fantasize about their teachers; according to them every school has the teacher that is evil and others who are delightful and cheery. The children at Bailey Elementary have a problem. Mrs. Jeepers is from the Transylvanian Alps in Rumania and speaks with a Dracula-like accent. The students in her third grade class are convinced that she is a vampire.
Things change when Mr. O' Grady arrives to teach them Irish dances during gym class. He has a sprightly demeanor and behaves like an Irishman who enjoys a good time. Eddie is the class mischief maker yet he meets his match in both Mrs. Jeepers and Mr. O-Grady. The class becomes convinced that Mr. O'Grady is a leprechaun.
Suddenly there is tension between Mrs. Jeepers and Mr. O'Grady when Mrs. Jeepers learns that Mr. O'Grady is there. The children are puzzled so they go to Howie's grandmother, who tells the tale of the ancient battle between the vampires and the leprechauns. Suddenly, it all becomes clear to the children and they must decide whose side they are to come down on. When the struggle between Mrs. Jeepers and Mr. O'Grady reaches the decision point, they intervene, leading one to victory.
This is a simple adventure tale that plays on one of the universal prejudices of elementary school children, that one or more of their teachers are not human. That makes it a fun tale and of course there is a happy ending.

He is REALLY short! But a leperchaun!?
Yea the guy's short, but do you think it is more important to focus on that or that he is trying to steal the gem around Mrs. Jeepers neck. It's your opinion, but just think about it.

I gave it 5 stars because it was fun to read and, hey what if there are leperchauns teaching B-Ball! :)

Great Story
This is a really good Bailey School Kids story. The fact that the leprechaun can do more basketball tricks than all the other kids is hilarious. Overall it was good. But please be aware that when you read this story it triggers your mind into thinking leprechauns are real but they really aren't. If that happens to you my suggestion is to read one chapter of the story each day then you won't think that leprechauns are real.

Great fun!
This book was purchased as a gift for an eleven-year old girl who loves both basketball and the Bailey School Kids. As I hoped, she absolutely loved it!

Is magic true
this book is rather funny because there coach magic''o'' gradyis a leprechaun.Eddie is going to prove them wrong. My favorite chapter was Master trickstar because the bailey kids find out thatmagic ''o'' grady is a leprechaun. ... Read more

Book Description

"That camp changed how I felt about basketball and my future. It was the turning point in my life."--Michael Jordan

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A Must Have For Your Coaching Library
Fantastic Follow-up to the legendary Five-Star Drill Book.A must have for any coaches or aspiring coaches.Drills from the best coaches and players. ... Read more

Book Description
The NCAA tournament has always been an enormous spotlight for the underdog. Bracket-clenching fans root for teams from smaller schools to upset the elite squads and score an unexpected win on their tournament sheet&if they picked them, that is. And normally that&'s all the fans expect-one or two incredible upsets. But in 2006, the underdogs broke through&&
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Cinderella is an inside look at the NCAA&'s mid-major basketball programs, which fight for one shot to battle the elite teams for the national championship. The rise of mid-majors has been one of the most thrilling sport stories of the past few years, and it&'s only getting bigger. &
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Michael Litos spent the 2005-06 season on the frontlines of the Colonial Athletic Association, home of such mid-major standouts as Old Dominion, Hofstra, and George Mason. With complete access to coaches and players, he found incredible tales of pressure and passion. He saw coaches and players struggling to put together a championship drive in spite of uncompromising schedules and half-filled arenas. And he was there when the ultimate underdog turned the world of college basketball upside-down-George Mason&'s historic run to the Final Four.&
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In what was dubbed &"The Year of the Mid-major,&" Cinderella delivers the ultimate look at what it means to be an underdog, and how the sport of college basketball is being transformed. In the last great league of amateur athletes, this is the story those who play for the love of the game∧ the thrill of achieving the unbelieveable &
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Book Description
Be a competitor on the court in no time at all! In Basketball Fundamentals you learn by doing. Sequential instructions and accompanying photographs will guide you to perform the essential skills and tactics of the game:

· Shooting
· Passing
· Dribbling
· Defending
· Rebounding

In addition to mastering the basics, you'll be challenged to expand your repertoire of skills and to use those newly acquired techniques and tactics for competitive advantage.More than 55 gamelike activities and drills will speed your learning and improve your performance. You'll also get the latest information on offensive and defensive strategies, rules, scoring, and sportsmanship to make yourself a competitor in no time at all.

Basketball Fundamentals is a better way to learn the basics—in less time. With this book, you'll be a capable player in the game instead of on the sidelines watching it. ... Read more

Book Description
Here's the guide for current and prospective coaches that covers every aspect of effectively coaching youth basketball: teaching good sportsmanship, running an effective practice, coaching to a player's age and skill level, teaching offensive and defensive skills and drills, rules of the game, executing winning plays and strategies, dealing with parents. ... Read more

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packed with essentials
I love this book; I'd carry it with me to practice but for the title.Well done, coverage of topics perfect.

Good book; a bit wordy
"Complete Idiot" may be off-putting to some, but this book does cover a lot about coaching children, and basketball.It is especially helpful to those that lack experience working with kids' teams.I found it a little light on comprehensive basketball basics, but the history was interesting.Haven't checked out completing books, so I don't know how it compares to others in the marketplace. ... Read more

Book Description
This basketball rule book is a simple and easy to read guide to the most common basketball rules and violations.It has large 11 point type and many illustrations. Now in its sixth year Basketball Rules and Violations may be the most accurate of its kind. ... Read more

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A worthwhile read, but could use a lot of improvement.
I question the validity of the 5 star review above.The comment about the clipart is bothersome because the clipart is actually quite annoying and takes away from what has the potential of being a good book.The clipart is drastically over used and obviously used to fill otherwise blank pages.It is very childish cartoon clipart and often has nothing to do with the topic.The author stretches to use corny humor to tie in the terrible clip art.In one section he is even reduced to using bowling clipart and vainly tries to make a humorous basketball tie in.It fails miserably.

Today I tried to read the book before a game I was coaching.The clipart is so childish I wondered if people would think I was reading a Dr. Suess level childrens book.I am not kidding about that.

As stated above the book is poorly bound, but I didn't thank that was an issue.The book is obviously printed on a copier and bound by a cheap plastic hole punch binder.Again, this is really not an issue with me.

The book is chock full of misprints and typos.A good proof read is really needed and would fix all of these.

The book could use a good index also.

Still, the book is a worthwhile read.It does clear up a lot of misunderstood rules and little known rules.

The bottom line is this.I will recommend this book, even though it is not professionally edited, full of errors the the clipart is VERY annoying and childish.This book has given me respect with the referees and really helped me in my coaching.

If a book is a quick read and will help you with coaching of youth basketball teams it is worth reading.This book is both of these things.

I only hope the author will loose the cartoon, childish clipart, fix the numerous typos and add a good index.I'm not saying loose all the clipart, just the obviously rediculous clipart.So if you are a youth coach, buy the book and ignore the absurd overuse of clipart and typos.

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Good info, binding needs improvement.
I bought this book/manual to help learn basketball rules better for when I play casual self-ref'd pickup games.

I read through the book and I enjoy the summary format of information which allowed me to quickly skim through the key info.

One suggestion I would have is to improve the binding cover and page thickness to ensure better durability.I haven't used my book that much but it is starting to wear.

Basketball rules made simple!
As the title implies, this little booklet by Mr. Bies takes the sometimes confusing or misunderstood aspects of Basketball rules and puts them in an understandable way. The book is well-organized and the humorous clip art scattered here and there adds to its appeal. If you've ever been watching or playing in a basketball game and wondered why the ref made that call, this is the book for you!

Not for Dummies
This is a common sense book for people who already know the rules.It is full of tips for HS players and coaches, but not for someone trying to learn the game. Nor is it for someone trying to figure out what's going on on the floor when the Lakers are playing the Blazers!If you are a HS player or coach trying to refine your game, it should be useful. ... Read more

Book Description
The ultimate drill collection from basketball's best!

Two of the game's winningest coaches - Tennessee's Pat Summitt and Texas' Jody Conradt - share their favorite drills that have helped produce over 1,800 victories! Fellow NCAA National Championship head coaches Nancy Fahey, Brenda Frese, Wendy Larry, Muffet McGraw, Amy Ruley, and Tara VanDerveer combine with over 40 more of the game's legendary minds to bring you their game-winning drills and strategies to create The Women's Basketball Drill Book, the most comprehensive basketball drill book ever published.

Whether you're a coach or player, aspiring young hopeful or experienced team leader, this resource will provide you with 186 drills covering all aspects of the game:

• Warming up

• Conditioning

• Footwork

• Ballhandling

• Passing

• Screening

• Shooting

• Rebounding

• Defense

• Perimeter play

• Post play

• Transition play

Whether you wish to develop new skills or fine-tune your game, rely on the drills that have produced a combined 21 NCAA National Championships. The Women's Basketball Drill Book is the one and only drill book you'll ever need! ... Read more

Book Description
Since 1966, no organization has had a bigger impact on the sport.  Five-Star Basketball Camps have had more graduates playing college or pro ball than any other organization out there.  To eat, breathe and live basketball there is only one place to be!

This follow-up volume to the popular 2004 playbook, Five-Star Basketball Coaches' Playbook Volume 2 includes new plays from even more coaches who have made Five-Star Basketball Camps the premier basketball training ground in the country. This volume also includes a chapter on scouting.

More than 320 Five-Star campers have played at least one game in the NBA; including the following: Michael Jordan, Jerry Stackhouse, Stevie Francis, Vince Carter, Sam Cassell, Zach Randolph,Rasheed Wallace, Brad Miller, Isiah Thomas, Patrick Ewing, Moses Malone and 2003 1st Round Picks, Lebron James, Carmelo Anthony, Mike Sweetney and Dahntay Jones

Also available: Five-Star Basketball Coaches' Playbook (ISBN: 1930546718), Five-Star Girls' Basketball Drills, Second Edition (ISBN: 1930546602), Five-Star Basketball Presents My Favorite Moves: Making the Big Plays (ISBN: 1930546599) and Five-Star Basketball Presents My Favorite Moves: Shooting Like the Stars (ISBN: 1930546580). ... Read more

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Compiles successful and innovative basketball plays
Collaboratively compiled and co-edited by Leigh Klein, Matt Masiero and Kevin Pigott, Five-Star Basketball Coaches' Playbook compiles successful and innovative basketball plays from a wide variety of the coaches who have made Five-Star Basketball one of the most respected basketball camps in the world. Each play is explicitly spelled out with simple diagrams, a quick statement of purpose, by-the-numbers steps for organization, plus some hot tips for enhancement. A glossary of terms rounds out this useful reference for anyone involved in coaching basketball in youth leagues, high school, or college. Highly recommended.
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From the Publisher
How The Basketball Player's Bible will help you:

It supplies field-tested, successful teaching lessons ready to use.

It teaches the fundamentals to players and to coaches.

It provides principles of learning each skill as well ascounterproductive methods and ideas that prevent improvement.

Appendices supply keys to learning, a table of lessons, and a warm down.

This book does more than save you time: it gives you methods and ideasthat work. ... Read more

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the basketball player's bible
From a dad who has worked with sons and their friends for many years and coached at the junior high level, and having a library of books on teaching fundamental basketball skills to youngsters, I can truthfully exclaim that this is absolutely the best coverage of the subject I have ever read and used. If you are a father with no background in basketball whatsoever and want to help your boys develop proper skills in every phase of the game, you will not find an easier, yet more comprehensive method of not only teaching, but learning the "nitty gritty" basics of individual player skills. The principles are broken down to the simplest forms, accurately defined and illustrated such that anyone can understand and easily learn all phases of offensive and defensive moves and techniques, developed so beautifully from basic to advanced levels for each skill. I took my teenager to Philadelphia for a clinic by the author and was surprised to find as many coaches as youth attending! A friend and I brought him to our hometown for a local clinic, which was outstanding. The author manages to easily impress otherwise inattentive youngsters with such interest, that one can actually see them begin to combine the techniques and rapidly progress. However, one can simply read this most excellent coverage of the entire subject and derive the same benefits, it is so well written and illustrated.
Another reviewer indicated disappointment in finding that it was recommended that one should practice the principles outlined in the book in pairs or with a coach or dad. However, he or she would have certainly found a great advantage in doing so, since this form of teaching/monitoring/learning is a basic fundamental of education, in sports as well as school. It was a joy to actually understand all the principles so easily from this special manual, see my sons and their friends improve so impressively, and move from the end of the bench to starting positions. After devouring this terrific book, one can watch professional or college ball on TV and really appreciate the expertise with which Sidney Goldstein has made such a fast-moving, complicated sport become a reality for your boys and girls. (and, frankly for dads, moms and coaches at all levels)
Thankyou, Sidney Goldstein!

This book was ok.
This book gives you many drills to improve your basic skills but most of the drills take more than one person and they didn't really work for me. ... Read more

Book Description

Wes Miller grew up in the shadow of the Atlantic Coast Conference, college basketball's most powerful league. But as a high school senior, none of those elite programs offered him a scholarship-they thought he was too small and too slow.

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A Must for Carolina Fans
"The Road to Blue Heaven" provides a great insider's look at the ins and outs of North Carolina men's basketball. Wes Miller does a great job of covering all aspects of being on the team and Adam Lucas' articles provide a good complement to Miller's thoughts. While Miller does mention his limited playing time, it is refreshing to see his constantly positive attitude and willingness to play whatever part he can and, also, his determination to be a leader for his younger teammates. If you're a fan, this book is a fascinating read.

Very well written book by a first time author.
Who better to tell the story of the 2006-2007 North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team than someone who was actually on the team. There were many interesting points made about different games, players, and more insight into Wes Miller himself. The one thing I wasn't too fond of, but didn't change my liking for the book, was Miller constantly bringing up the fact that he wasn't too thrilled about his limited role on the team. That seemed to be too common a theme. However, this is a great read for any North Carolina fan out there looking for some insight on the team, coach Roy Williams, and Wes Miller. ... Read more

Book Description
Covers drills for all levels of play as well as plays foractual competition.

Each drill or play in the book is accompanied by step-by-stepillustrations, making everything clear and easy learn.

Perfect for both experienced and beginning coaches alike, this helpfulguide offers drills to fill practice time as well as unique plays for gamesituations. Coaches of all levels will find helpful information to sparktheir coaching creativity and help players continue learning new skills.

Filled with practice drills that cover every aspect of the game, this bookis organized by ability level--giving new coaches a solid foundation andprogressing in complexity to help as they continue coaching through theyears. In addition to practice drills, coaches will find a variety of playsto use in games--from offenses, to inbounds plays, to press breaks andlast-second shots. ... Read more

Book Description
Coach and NAIA Champions of Character special presenter Bruce Brown offers 101 great drills to teach, motivate, and challenge youth basketball players. Covers rebounding, defense, aggressiveness, fast break, offense, shooting, passing and pre-game drills. Each drill is thoroughly explained and diagrammed. Special chapter on games and fun ways to end practice. ... Read more

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Great resource!
This provides a basketball coach with a wide variety of drills and are catagorized by type of drill.The only thing this resource is missing is an index at the back that could inform you where to find a specific drill. ... Read more

Book Description
If you are one of the millions of high school basketball players who gear up to take the court each season, you know that proper preparation and training are everything. From the forward who needs to crash the boards to the point guard who runs the floor, high school basketball requires a specialized fitness regimen. Now, veteran coach Joe Kolb has the solution to help you play at the top of your game and prevent injury in his new book, Get Fit Now for High School Basketball: The Complete Guide for Ultimate Performance.

Shot on location at one of the nation's top high school basketball programs, Get Fit Now for High School Basketballuses real high school basketball players to demonstrate the exercise program that not only got them on the team but also made them champions. This book helps players of all levels—from novices to varsity stars—get in their best shape both mentally and physically with its unique mixture of aerobic conditioning regimens, speed and agility training, special vision exercises, and practical game day routines.

Designed specifically for boys and girls aged 12 to 18, Get Fit Now for High School Basketball also uses performance evaluations and tips for improving the mental game to ensure that you step onto the court with the confidence to win. It also includes guidelines for safe and effective weight training and nutrition tips to keep you in your best shape, on and off the court.

In a time when more and more high school players are going straight to the NBA, high school basketball is becoming more competitive by the year. Whether you are trying to make the team or help lead it to an undefeated season, Get Fit Now for High School Basketball will help you to achieve the highest possible level of mental and physical readiness. Drawing upon his years of experience, Joe Kolb gives you the training information you need to stay in shape during the off-season, and to be ready for action once play begins.

The second book in the popular Get Fit Now for High School Sports series, this book will score with young athletes everywhere. 200 b/w photos. ... Read more

Book Description
Featuring a wide variety of textures and images, this book encourages children to explore their world while introducing them to the exciting game of professional basketball. ... Read more