When learning a new skill, it’s normal to want to be good at it right off the bat and not have to be bogged down with practice time and repetitive efforts to improve. This is common whether we’re talking about learning a musical instrument, riding a bike or learning a new sport like basketball! But … Read more
All coaches know that playing competitive sport requires a solid commitment from athletes in order to ensure skills development and game-speed performance improvement. But it can be easy to focus on teaching young ones to put their head down and work hard, and forget that they’re still kids who also benefit from having fun. In … Read more
At IBSA, we believe that strength training is an integral part of your development as an athlete. We also understand how busy the life of a student-athlete is. You have school, homework, team practice, IBSA Skills Academy, individual skills training, games, meals, sleep, your social life, and potential commitments to other sports We can’t advise … Read more
To quote Allen Iverson, “We talkin’ about practice”, but with a twist to highlight that no great on-court play happens without hard work and yes, practice! All basketball players love getting on the court for a game, and the thrill that comes with it. But in reality, it’s the effort you put in during practice … Read more
There is a common belief amongst basketball players that strength training will negatively affect their jump shot. This might be the most detrimental myth in basketball today. In today’s basketball landscape, athleticism and shooting ability are in high demand. Strength training is a huge piece of developing athleticism, whether you are genetically gifted or not. … Read more
