Gerardo Nevarez asked:

How can i practice my shot without going to a basketball court?

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

Get on the floor and lay flat on your back. Shoot and catch a basketball using your fingertips. You can get one of those mini basketballs so your less likely to break something. By your back flat on the floor this will help you improve your shooting... Continue reading »

Carlos! asked:

What is a good thing to do that will bump up your muscle strenght. Without having to buy big expensive workout machines.

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

Negative push ups work wonders, as well as crunches to tighten your core.

Tiffany Bourriague asked:

1st yr. coach, U-5 & U-9 Basketball teams. I know nothing about the sport, where can i get the basic info? We follow High School Rules

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

Wow, there really isn't much to add to that. I agree 100%. My philosphy is 1. Have Fun 2. Don't get hurt. 3. Play better today than you did yesterday. 4. Win. I let my players know that winning is not the most important thing. As long as they ta... Continue reading »

Dalton Hill asked:

hi i've played basketball 4 1 yr now i was wondering how can i get my shot percentage 2 go up

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

Practice doesn't make perfect!! You'll never be perfect - we're human. So like I tell my players: "Practice makes better - so you better practice!" Good luck.

Coach Tyrone Ferguson asked:

What do YOU do when your winded on the basketball court?

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

I just wanted to thank everyone for the responses that were left. I hope it helped alot of people. I teach my players how to breathe. It's real easy to do once you know how to do it. The next time your working out or playing and you get winded - ta... Continue reading »

Warren Yates asked:

Do you think it will be easy to make a 6th grade basketball team if you have not played basketball for a long time.

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

Yes u can. I will explain more later today - I just didn't want to forget your question.

H C Rice asked:

What advice can u give for a freshman girl trying to start this year

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

Like I tell all my players - you don't have to be the best player on the team - be the player that gives the most effort.

Jessica Smith asked:

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Coach Tyrone’s answer:

It's like life - If your afraid to die you will never truly live. Practice shooting close to the rim and as your confidence increases start increasing the range of your shots. We all had to learn how to crawl, and walk before we could run with it. G... Continue reading »

Zach Smith asked:

When I shoot a three-pointer I can barely get the ball to the basket. Any tips?

Coach Tyrone’s answer:

"Pass the ball" - that's funny! It may all be about your aim. Try looking at the back of the rim, and shoot with an arc (like the McDonalds arc). Make sure your arms are extended and not to the side of your head. Try this new technique closer to th... Continue reading »