Helping a Young One Learn the Game of Basketball

Basketball is a sport that is growing in popularity around the world and is a sport that anyone can pick up and play. Males and females and even young children are beginning to play in leagues everywhere. Teaching the game of basketball to your child is simple to do and they will appreciate you helping them get better. Here are a few tips on how to teach your young one the game of basketball.

The absolute first thing you need to do before you get started is make sure that your child has all the required equipment to play the game. This game is fairly simple and doesn't require much but there are a few essentials you will need...namely a basketball, a pair of gym shorts and T-shirt, and a nice pair of basketball shoes. Keep in mind that women's basketball shoes are slightly different than men's and you may want to consider buying hightops so your child does not have a problem with ankle injuries.

The rules of the game are very important to understand so your child can learn what is legal and what is not. Just cover the basics and sitdown and watch a few basketball games on TV with your child so they can learn and understand what's going on in the game.

Once they have established the rules they can begin to learn basic strategies and fundamentals that all beginners need to establish before they jump into a basketball game. Dribbling the ball and shooting are the two main focuses in which your child should practice. You want them to get comfortable with dribbling the ball on the move with their head up. They should also know where the basket is at all times and be able to stop and shoot the ball from a run dribble.

Basketball is a team sport but one that relies much on an individual's ability. Make sure you explain to your child that passing the ball and knowing where your teammates are at all times are important because it will help them and their team win the game. The overall goal as a team is to win the game and the individuals basic fundamental skills will help them achieve a win.

It will take time to get good at the game of basketball. Tell your child to be patient with their efforts and make sure that they practice as much as possible. The only way to get really good at the game of basketball is to practice and play games all the time.

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