The first ‘One Shining Moment’ from 1987. CBS needs to go back to the original from singer/songwriter, David Barrett.
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Kemba Walker and his fantastic step-back jump shot example! This is definitely a great game-winner by UConn guard Kemba Walker … but that’s not why I’m sharing this video.
It’s a great tutorial on how to shoot a step-back jump shot.
Note that on his step-back, he is under control and balanced. He is placing the ball in the shooting pocket. Once his feet hit the ground and there’s a slight knee-bend, he is ready to go up for the jumper.
Possibly the biggest aspect of his step-back that makes it a great example is that he does not fall away on the shot. Too many players step back and then fall away. This move and shot is already challenging enough in that it does take strength; don’t negate a good move by fading away and then throwing up an airball. Most players this side of the NBA don’t have the strength and skill to hit that shot consistently when they are fading away.
Great winner by Kemba … even better was the great example of a fundamentally sound step-back jump shot!
This song came on as I was doing some work and listening to music. Reminded me of the old NBA Superstars video with Larry Bird highlights and it took me back … wore that tape out something fierce!
Tags | Larry Bird |
A little Duke-UNC highlight to get you ready for tonight! Oh, and Go Duke!
Defensive Harness
Found this image in an old basketball coaching book, Basketball’s Stunting Defenses by Wayne Dobbs and Garland Pinholster (1964). Strange it was never sold commercially?!?
Here is what they say about it in the book:
“The harness is not produced on a commercial basis, but can be easily made. One dog collar is placed around the neck. This collar consists of a single piece of leather about one inch wide. Two more dog collars are worn on each foot. These are the type collars the dog wears on his back. A rope is extended from one foot, through the collar on the neck, to the other foot. Since the rope is adjustable, it can be shortened to keep the player as low as the coach wants.
There is no danger of injury from the use of the defensive harness. Complete freedom of movement is allowed, but of course it is impossible for the defensive player to raise up. The player wearing the harness must stay low and slide his feet by using the boxer’s shuffle rather than crossing them.
The harness can be used while practicing individual defensive skills or during team drills. Every move on defense can be executed while wearing the harness except rebounding. Player can block-out for the rebound but cannot jump to retrieve the ball.”
Use this today, I’m thinking you might see a lawsuit! I can picture the conversation…hey, son, how was practice? It was tough today, dad. Coach tied us up in rope and dog collars…
Of course with technology, you could use a bark collar nowadays! (yes, that is a joke!)
Very moving story…
“We got ourselves a game, underdog.”
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