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Basketball For Dummies » (REV)
Authors: Richard Phelps, John Walters, Tim Bourret
ISBN-13: 9780764552489, ISBN-10: 0764552481
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
Date Published: January 2000
Edition: REV
Author Biography: Richard Phelps
Richard "Digger" Phelps coached the University of Notre Dame to more wins than any basketball coach in the school's history. John Walters is a writer for Sports Illustrated. Tim Bourret is the Sports Information Director at Clemson University.
Book Synopsis
"In ‘Vitalese’, this book is simply awesome, baby." —Dick Vitale, ESPN/ABC basketball analyst "A terrific guide for coaching youth teams." Mike Krzyzewski, Head Coach, Duke University Praise for Basketball For Dummies® "A must-have book for all basketball coaches and fans!" — Jeff Nix, Assistant Coach, New York Knicks "Invaluable to both basketball beginners and veterans." — Chris Fowler, ESPN College Sports Studio Host "An entertaining and informative guide to basketball." — Rick Barnes, Head Coach, The University of Texas
Get the inside scoop on hoops from ESPN college analyst Digger Phelps!
Consider this updated edition your basketball boot camp — whether you're a player, fan, or coach. From the basics to the latest tips on coaching drills and techniques, this friendly reference offers you expert advice on the plays, strategies,and moves on and off the court — from high school to college hoops to the WNBA and beyond.
Discover how to: Suit up for the court Get into basketball shape Play effective offense and defense Use signature moves from NBA greats Join fantasy leagues and get great stuff online
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Table of Contents
Introduction.
PART I: Basketball 101.
Chapter 1: Bare-Bones Basketball.
Chapter 2: The Wear and Where of Basketball.
Chapter 3: The Rules.
Chapter 4: Statistics.
PART II: The Fundamentals of Basketball.
Chapter 5: Shooting.
Chapter 6: Offense.
Chapter 7: Defense.
Chapter 8: Rebounding.
Chapter 9: Moves, Plays, and Strategies.
PART III: The Fanfare of Basketball.
Chapter 10: You Don't Need to Play to Be a Fan.
Chapter 11: Basketball and the Internet.
Chapter 12: Pickup Basketball.
Chapter 13: High School Basketball.
Chapter 14: College Basketball.
Chapter 15: Professional Basketball.
Chapter 16: International Basketball.
Chapter 17: Filling Out Your NCAA Tournament Bracket.
PART IV: Coaching Teams and Yourself.
Chapter 18: Coaching Philosophy and Motivation.
Chapter 19: Coaching Kids.
Chapter 20: Getting into Basketball Shape.
PART V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 21: Ten Games That Changed the Course of Basketball History.
Chapter 22: Ten NBA Greats.
Appendix A: Glossary of Basketball Terms.
Appendix B: Drilling the Basics.
Index.
Book Registration Information.
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