Play Basketball Like a Pro: Key Skills and Tips

by Nate LeBoutillier

Overview

Big slam dunks are just one part of basketball. Pro players practice hard to learn skills that help their teams on the court, such as shooting three-pointers, stealing the ball, and making rebounds. Practice the tips inside to play basketball like a pro!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781476501604
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	07/01/2012
Series:	Play Like the Pros (Sports Illustrated for Kids)
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	12 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

About the Author

While growing up in southwestern Minnesota, Nate LeBoutillier read any sports books he could get his hands. He now lives with his family in North Mankato, Minnesota. He began writing children's books in 2001 and has published many non-fiction titles. He also writes adult short fiction, novels, and screenplays. When not writing, Nate can be found playing with his kids, listening to music, or training for triathlons.

Table of Contents

Got Game? 4

How to Get in Condition 6

How to Dribble 8

How to Make Layups 10

How to Shoot Free Throws 12

How to Shoot Three-Pointers 14

How to make Interior moves 16

How to make Perimeter moves 18

How to Rebound 20

How to Pass 22

How to Run Fast Breaks 24

How to Play Defense 26

Using Teamwork 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32