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The Basketball Event Of The Year Fiesta Bowl Classic 3ON3

Get your friends together for this ULTIMATE 3ON3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT experience at the Westgate in Glendale, AZ This outdoor basketball festival will engage the community in a new platform that promotes the spirit pf competition and raises money for Special Olympics Arizona Unified (inclusive) programs. There will be 16 divisions of four-person teams competing, opening the event to players of all skill level, age, gender and ability. All teams are guaranteed to play a minimum of three games with the possibility of additional games to become court champion! Winners of the Elite and Unified Divisions will earn tickets and on-field recognition at the 2019 PlayStation Fiesta Bowl. Games, played on asphalt parking lots, will be 25 minutes long or finish when the winning team scores 20 points. Elite divisions will have referees, with other divisions being self-officiated. An individual may only register as a member of one team within a division. Open to all, from the highly competitive, weekend warriors, family driveway ballers, unified teams and people of all ability levels. Four person roster per team.
Breakthrough Basketball Camps coming to Phoenix, AZ in 2018

Basketball Essential Youth Skills & Decision Making Camp Coming to Phoenix, Arizona! April 6 – 8, 2018 Elite Skills Coach Prileu Davis! Early bird special sign up before February 18th and get 20% off We’re excited to provide this 3 day youth and middle school camp in Phoenix, Arizona that focuses on developing the complete player. You will develop shooting, ball handling, passing, footwork, defense, rebounding, athleticism, and other essential skills to become a great a basketball player. You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. Basically, we will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel. Announcing April 20 – 22, 2018 Breakthrough Basketball Elite Guard Camp in Buckeye, Arizona! Elite Skills Coach Adam Hepker! Early bird special sign up before February 18th and get 20% off This is […]
FREE Basketball Coaching eBooks That Will Help You Win More Games!

Get Two Free eBooks that include 72 of Our Favorite Basketball Drills, 32 Plays, and Dozens of Coaching Tips and Tricks (for Youth and Advanced Coaches). We’re excited to announce that we’re giving away two great coaching eBooks that will help you win more games. And best of all they’re free!! Here’s what you’ll get… Ebook #1 – Winning Basketball Drills: This is a 152 page eBook with 72 of our favorite basketball drills. Each drill includes complete step-by-step illustrations, easy-to-follow instructions, motivation tips, and coaching tips. The drills are divided into the following categories: shooting, passing, ball handling / dribbling, offense / footwork, big man / post play, transition, defensive & agility, and rebounding. They’re also neatly labeled for youth, middle school, and advanced coaches so everything is easy to find. Ebook #2 – Winning Basketball Plays: This is an 85 page eBook with 32 of our favorite basketball plays. It includes man-to-man plays, zone plays, out of bounds plays, and end of game plays. The book includes a good mix of simple and advanced plays that can be used by both youth and advanced coaches. You’ll also find some great coaching tips that teach you the secrets to […]
The Coolest Sports Themed Kids Bedrooms

The Coolest Sports Themed Kids Bedrooms We scoured the internet to bring you some of the coolest sports themed bedrooms we could find. Whatever sized project your want to do here are some great ideas your kids be excited about! Baseball Themed Kids Bedrooms Basketball Themed Kids Bedrooms Football themed Kids Bedrooms Soccer Themed Kids Bedrooms VISIT MONSTER’S DIRECTORY TO FIND THE BEST YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES, CAMPS, TOURNAMENTS, AND CLUB TEAMS
Motivational Quotes to Create Mental Toughness!

Motivational or inspirational quotes are one way to plant the right seeds in a youth athlete’s mind, and maybe create some “mental toughness”. Mental toughness is a measure of individual resilience and confidence that may predict success in sport, education and the workplace. In the context of sports training, in the context of a set of attributes that allow a person to become a better athlete and able to cope difficult training and difficult competitive situations and emerge without losing confidence. In recent decades, the term has been commonly used by coaches, sport psychologists, sports commentators, and business leaders. “Mental toughness” is frequently used colloquially to refer to any set of positive attributes that helps a person to cope with difficult situations. Coaches and sport commentators freely use the term mental toughness to describe the mental state of athletes who persevere through difficult sport circumstances to succeed. Here are some motivational quotes from famous mentally tough coaches and athletes. “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” – unknown “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” – John Wooden “I believe in myself.” – Muhammad Ali “Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character.” […]
Top Basketball Camps & Training in Arizona

Parents of future basketball stars know if they want their kid(s) to be the best, they need to train with the best! Here is a list of some the best and most respected dribbling, shooting, and overall hoop skills programs in Arizona! “THE BEST WAY TO IMPROVE THE TEAM IS TO IMPROVE YOURSELF” – JOHN WOODEN Advantage Basketball Camps ARIZONA ( Multiple Locations ) – For Kids 6-18 The Ultimate Sports Training Experience Your kids will grow and learn about more than basketball at an Advantage Basketball Camps’ session. While Advantage Basketball Camps Arizona they practice ball-handling, dribbling, and shooting, they will also learn about self-esteem, teamwork, and the value of hard work. Reach Training Academy CHANDLER, AZ – The premier destination in Arizona and operated primarily in the East Valley for student-athletes looking to improve their athleticism, strength, and basketball skills. Our unique year-round program is designed to help student athletes achieve their goals in becoming a better basketball player, dramatically improving your basketball IQ while increasing your speed, strength and quickness. We focus on skill development through drills and real game situations, giving the athletes all the tools they will need to get ready for the next level. DeRosier Basketball […]
HOOP CODE Basketball Academy – FREE Complimentary Workout

SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Hoop Code America’s Leading Youth Basketball Development Organization I have been hearing a lot of buzz about Hoop Code Basketball Academy. Can you give us a quick rundown of the programs you offer? Hoop Code Basketball Academy is America’s leading youth basketball development organization. We offer year-round Leagues, Clinics, Camps, AAU Club Teams and Private Training. Hoop Code Basketball Academy believes in providing athletes with high quality, purposeful basketball training and coaching, embodied by certified professional basketball coaches/trainers who have played the game at the highest levels. Our coaches will motivate and enable all players to reach their full potential and acquire the knowledge and skills to play the game of basketball at the next level. We believe the three aspects to every athlete to maximize their full growth and potential is the Mind, Body and Skill Set, as well as the perseverance to be productive, responsible, high character individuals on and off the basketball court. Hoop Code is a great name for a basketball academy. Can you tell us what the acronym C.O.D.E. stands for and do you apply this in your programs? Character Opportunity Dedication Education Parents will LOVE that you offer a COMPLIMENTARY […]
FastMed Supporting The Youth Sports Community

FastMed Supporting The Youth Sports Community Staying safe in sports begins well before the first whistle. A sports physical in AZ is typically necessary for most high school athletes and is strongly recommended for anyone planning to participate in recreational activities. The trained medical professionals at FastMed Urgent Care are your best teammates when it comes to sports physicals in AZ. Our staff can perform sports physicals at all of our locations to make sure you’re healthy and ready to hit the field in stride. What Is Sports Medicine? Sports medicine is an exciting healthcare specialty that focuses on helping people prevent sports/musculoskeletal injuries, recover from sports injuries, and enhance their athletic performance. Sports medicine isn’t just for athletes. As athletic participation becomes more popular for people of all ages, there is an ever-increasing need for these services. Just in time for Fall Sports FastMed is offering $25 youth sports physicals. See coupon for details:
Youth Basketball Guidelines To Promote A Positive Experience

The NBA and USA Basketball have partnered to develop guidelines designed to promote a positive and healthy youth basketball experience. Basketball is a great game that is played by millions of young people in the United States and around the world. Playing basketball fosters the development of peer relationships, self-esteem, leadership qualities, and physical health. However, an overemphasis on early competitive success has led to several well-recognized issues that exist across youth sports, including in youth basketball: Pressure to begin high-intensity training at a young age Early single-sport specialization Frequent and multiple competitive event scheduling Increased risk for injury, burnout, and disengagement from sports The NBA and USA Basketball are committed to helping shape a youth basketball culture that prioritizes the health and well-being of young athletes – enhancing their enjoyment, participation, and development in the game. Over scheduling of competitive events, overuse injuries and burnout have become too common in youth basketball. The tables below outline recommended and maximum amounts of youth basketball participation, as well as rest guidelines for young athletes, designed to promote a fun and healthy playing experience. READ MORE ABOUT YOUTH BASKETBALL GUIDELINES
Innovative Youth Basketball Training Products

Working on you game in the off-season makes all the difference and having the right tools makes all the difference. As an athlete, or as a team you want to make sure that you are not only working hard, but that you are working smart and maximizing time. Being able to do that has a lot to do with the equipment that you have at hand. If you want to be able to prepare at an elite level, you can set yourself up with these innovative tools. Wilson X is a basketball and app that tracks your makes and misses. Becoming your team’s go-to shooter takes hard work. And now that hard work works smarter with the Wilson X Connected basketball – the ball & app that track your field goal accuracy, range, and train you to shoot at game speed. Hoop Tracker improves your basketball shooting with real-time tracking Smart Watch. Automatically tracks 3PT, FT, and FG percentages. Hoop Tracker Software – View your shooting performance, track progress over time, analyze strengths / weaknesses, and take your game to the next level. Plus a lot more! Your own personal box score for every shooting workout. Track your progress with detailed graphs to highlight […]

Breakthrough Basketball Camps coming to Phoenix, AZ in 2018
Basketball Essential Youth Skills & Decision Making Camp Coming to Phoenix, Arizona! April 6 – 8, 2018 Elite Skills Coach Prileu Davis! Early bird special sign up before February 18th and get 20% off We’re excited to provide this 3 day youth and middle school camp in Phoenix, Arizona that focuses on developing the complete player. You will develop shooting, ball handling, passing, footwork, defense, rebounding, athleticism, and other essential skills to become a great a basketball player. You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. Basically, we will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel. Announcing April 20 – 22, 2018 Breakthrough Basketball Elite Guard Camp in Buckeye, Arizona! Elite Skills Coach Adam Hepker! Early bird special sign up before February 18th and get 20% off This is […]

Do Your Youth Athletes Set Goals?
Basic Goal Setting for Youth Athletes One of the most commonly overlooked skills in youth sports is goal setting. Many youth coaches stress fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship, but leave themselves little time to teach young athletes how to set goals. Take the time to show your athletes how to set goals for themselves, and you’ll be teaching them life skills like motivation, initiative, perseverance and commitment. The following is a 15-minute exercise designed to teach your young athletes how to set and follow through on goals. Before you begin, find a paper, pencils and green and red markers. Step 1) What Do You Want To Accomplish? First, ask your athletes what they want to achieve. Don’t try to dissuade them from their goals, no matter how outlandish they are. This step is designed to teach athletes that it’s important to have a clear aim. This is often called the outcome goal. Have your athletes write the Step 1 question in the top left box in pencil, then answer it directly underneath in green marker. The athletes should write down each step so they can take ownership of each aspect of the goal setting process. Step 2) Why Do You Want […]

FastMed Supporting The Youth Sports Community
FastMed Supporting The Youth Sports Community Staying safe in sports begins well before the first whistle. A sports physical in AZ is typically necessary for most high school athletes and is strongly recommended for anyone planning to participate in recreational activities. The trained medical professionals at FastMed Urgent Care are your best teammates when it comes to sports physicals in AZ. Our staff can perform sports physicals at all of our locations to make sure you’re healthy and ready to hit the field in stride. What Is Sports Medicine? Sports medicine is an exciting healthcare specialty that focuses on helping people prevent sports/musculoskeletal injuries, recover from sports injuries, and enhance their athletic performance. Sports medicine isn’t just for athletes. As athletic participation becomes more popular for people of all ages, there is an ever-increasing need for these services. Just in time for Fall Sports FastMed is offering $25 youth sports physicals. See coupon for details:

FREE Basketball Coaching eBooks That Will Help You Win More Games!
Get Two Free eBooks that include 72 of Our Favorite Basketball Drills, 32 Plays, and Dozens of Coaching Tips and Tricks (for Youth and Advanced Coaches). We’re excited to announce that we’re giving away two great coaching eBooks that will help you win more games. And best of all they’re free!! Here’s what you’ll get… Ebook #1 – Winning Basketball Drills: This is a 152 page eBook with 72 of our favorite basketball drills. Each drill includes complete step-by-step illustrations, easy-to-follow instructions, motivation tips, and coaching tips. The drills are divided into the following categories: shooting, passing, ball handling / dribbling, offense / footwork, big man / post play, transition, defensive & agility, and rebounding. They’re also neatly labeled for youth, middle school, and advanced coaches so everything is easy to find. Ebook #2 – Winning Basketball Plays: This is an 85 page eBook with 32 of our favorite basketball plays. It includes man-to-man plays, zone plays, out of bounds plays, and end of game plays. The book includes a good mix of simple and advanced plays that can be used by both youth and advanced coaches. You’ll also find some great coaching tips that teach you the secrets to […]

HOOP CODE Basketball Academy – FREE Complimentary Workout
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Hoop Code America’s Leading Youth Basketball Development Organization I have been hearing a lot of buzz about Hoop Code Basketball Academy. Can you give us a quick rundown of the programs you offer? Hoop Code Basketball Academy is America’s leading youth basketball development organization. We offer year-round Leagues, Clinics, Camps, AAU Club Teams and Private Training. Hoop Code Basketball Academy believes in providing athletes with high quality, purposeful basketball training and coaching, embodied by certified professional basketball coaches/trainers who have played the game at the highest levels. Our coaches will motivate and enable all players to reach their full potential and acquire the knowledge and skills to play the game of basketball at the next level. We believe the three aspects to every athlete to maximize their full growth and potential is the Mind, Body and Skill Set, as well as the perseverance to be productive, responsible, high character individuals on and off the basketball court. Hoop Code is a great name for a basketball academy. Can you tell us what the acronym C.O.D.E. stands for and do you apply this in your programs? Character Opportunity Dedication Education Parents will LOVE that you offer a COMPLIMENTARY […]

Innovative Youth Basketball Training Products
Working on you game in the off-season makes all the difference and having the right tools makes all the difference. As an athlete, or as a team you want to make sure that you are not only working hard, but that you are working smart and maximizing time. Being able to do that has a lot to do with the equipment that you have at hand. If you want to be able to prepare at an elite level, you can set yourself up with these innovative tools. Wilson X is a basketball and app that tracks your makes and misses. Becoming your team’s go-to shooter takes hard work. And now that hard work works smarter with the Wilson X Connected basketball – the ball & app that track your field goal accuracy, range, and train you to shoot at game speed. Hoop Tracker improves your basketball shooting with real-time tracking Smart Watch. Automatically tracks 3PT, FT, and FG percentages. Hoop Tracker Software – View your shooting performance, track progress over time, analyze strengths / weaknesses, and take your game to the next level. Plus a lot more! Your own personal box score for every shooting workout. Track your progress with detailed graphs to highlight […]

Motivational Quotes to Create Mental Toughness!
Motivational or inspirational quotes are one way to plant the right seeds in a youth athlete’s mind, and maybe create some “mental toughness”. Mental toughness is a measure of individual resilience and confidence that may predict success in sport, education and the workplace. In the context of sports training, in the context of a set of attributes that allow a person to become a better athlete and able to cope difficult training and difficult competitive situations and emerge without losing confidence. In recent decades, the term has been commonly used by coaches, sport psychologists, sports commentators, and business leaders. “Mental toughness” is frequently used colloquially to refer to any set of positive attributes that helps a person to cope with difficult situations. Coaches and sport commentators freely use the term mental toughness to describe the mental state of athletes who persevere through difficult sport circumstances to succeed. Here are some motivational quotes from famous mentally tough coaches and athletes. “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” – unknown “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” – John Wooden “I believe in myself.” – Muhammad Ali “Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character.” […]

The Basketball Event Of The Year Fiesta Bowl Classic 3ON3
Get your friends together for this ULTIMATE 3ON3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT experience at the Westgate in Glendale, AZ This outdoor basketball festival will engage the community in a new platform that promotes the spirit pf competition and raises money for Special Olympics Arizona Unified (inclusive) programs. There will be 16 divisions of four-person teams competing, opening the event to players of all skill level, age, gender and ability. All teams are guaranteed to play a minimum of three games with the possibility of additional games to become court champion! Winners of the Elite and Unified Divisions will earn tickets and on-field recognition at the 2019 PlayStation Fiesta Bowl. Games, played on asphalt parking lots, will be 25 minutes long or finish when the winning team scores 20 points. Elite divisions will have referees, with other divisions being self-officiated. An individual may only register as a member of one team within a division. Open to all, from the highly competitive, weekend warriors, family driveway ballers, unified teams and people of all ability levels. Four person roster per team.

The Coolest Sports Themed Kids Bedrooms
The Coolest Sports Themed Kids Bedrooms We scoured the internet to bring you some of the coolest sports themed bedrooms we could find. Whatever sized project your want to do here are some great ideas your kids be excited about! Baseball Themed Kids Bedrooms Basketball Themed Kids Bedrooms Football themed Kids Bedrooms Soccer Themed Kids Bedrooms VISIT MONSTER’S DIRECTORY TO FIND THE BEST YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES, CAMPS, TOURNAMENTS, AND CLUB TEAMS

Top Basketball Camps & Training in Arizona
Parents of future basketball stars know if they want their kid(s) to be the best, they need to train with the best! Here is a list of some the best and most respected dribbling, shooting, and overall hoop skills programs in Arizona! “THE BEST WAY TO IMPROVE THE TEAM IS TO IMPROVE YOURSELF” – JOHN WOODEN Advantage Basketball Camps ARIZONA ( Multiple Locations ) – For Kids 6-18 The Ultimate Sports Training Experience Your kids will grow and learn about more than basketball at an Advantage Basketball Camps’ session. While Advantage Basketball Camps Arizona they practice ball-handling, dribbling, and shooting, they will also learn about self-esteem, teamwork, and the value of hard work. Reach Training Academy CHANDLER, AZ – The premier destination in Arizona and operated primarily in the East Valley for student-athletes looking to improve their athleticism, strength, and basketball skills. Our unique year-round program is designed to help student athletes achieve their goals in becoming a better basketball player, dramatically improving your basketball IQ while increasing your speed, strength and quickness. We focus on skill development through drills and real game situations, giving the athletes all the tools they will need to get ready for the next level. DeRosier Basketball […]

Youth Basketball Guidelines To Promote A Positive Experience
The NBA and USA Basketball have partnered to develop guidelines designed to promote a positive and healthy youth basketball experience. Basketball is a great game that is played by millions of young people in the United States and around the world. Playing basketball fosters the development of peer relationships, self-esteem, leadership qualities, and physical health. However, an overemphasis on early competitive success has led to several well-recognized issues that exist across youth sports, including in youth basketball: Pressure to begin high-intensity training at a young age Early single-sport specialization Frequent and multiple competitive event scheduling Increased risk for injury, burnout, and disengagement from sports The NBA and USA Basketball are committed to helping shape a youth basketball culture that prioritizes the health and well-being of young athletes – enhancing their enjoyment, participation, and development in the game. Over scheduling of competitive events, overuse injuries and burnout have become too common in youth basketball. The tables below outline recommended and maximum amounts of youth basketball participation, as well as rest guidelines for young athletes, designed to promote a fun and healthy playing experience. READ MORE ABOUT YOUTH BASKETBALL GUIDELINES