Marcus Calhoun asked:

What are some simple basketball drills for 5th graders?

Joe Ann’s answer:

Learn how to dribble the court, to properly do a lay up right and left, dribble with both hands, teach them to pass, learn to block out and defend your guy facing him (running backwards on the court) and how to make free throws. And the basic rules, ... Continue reading »

Joshua Harmon asked:

how can use parents take th poltics out of youth sports i know there always poltics in pro sports

Joe Ann’s answer:

Don't let them come to the practices or games!! I am serious that is the only way I have found that works and it still blows up in my face. Have a parent, player and coach meeting at the beginning setting out the rules of conduct and everyone should ... Continue reading »

Sharon Seelman asked:

I am looking for a competive basketball team for my 13 year old son for the summer in Temecula or Murrieta, California.

Joe Ann’s answer:

Look on the web for an AAU near you or check with the locat coaching staff all the way to high school. Some of the local high school coachs may hold 1 to 2 week clinics and they are always very good.

Keith Burchell asked:

Dealing with the parents

Joe Ann’s answer:

When you start a team before the 1st practice there would be a parent, player and coach meeting. At the beginning of the meeting introduce yourself, tell of your expectations (winning) and have a set of rules or a Code of Conduct that all must sign th... Continue reading »