Top 25 John Wooden Quotes

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  1. “What you are as a person is far more important that what you are as a basketball player.” John Wooden
  2. “Love is the greatest word in our language.”
  3. “Earn the right to be proud and confident.”
  4. “Nothing can give you greater joy than doing something for another.”
  5. “Happiness begins where selfishness ends.”
  6. “Big things are accomplished only through the perfection of minor details.”
  7. “Discipline yourself and others won’t need to.”
  8. “If I am through learning, I am through.” (As a teacher I love this one)
  9. “Be more concerned with what you can do for others than what others can do for you. You’ll be surprised at the results.”
  10. “If you do not have time to do it right, when will you find time to do it over?”
  11. “The smallest good deed is better than the best intention.”
  12. “Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today.”
  13. “It is what you learn after you know it all that counts.”
  14. “The time to make friends is before you need them.”
  15. “The more concerned we become over the things we can’t control, the less we will do with the things we can control.”
  16. “Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.”
  17. “As long as you try your best, you are never a failure. That is, unless you blame others.”
  18. “Material things are not gifts, but apologies for gifts. The only true gift is a portion of thyself. (Ralph Waldo Emerson)”
  19. “You cannot live a perfect day without doing something for another without thought of something in return.”
  20. “Forget favors given; remember those received.”
  21. “Make friendship a fine art.”
  22. “Tell the truth. That way you don’t have to remember a story.”
  23. “If we magnified our blessings as much as we magnified our disappointments, we would all be much happier.”
  24. “Do not permit what you cannot do to interfere with what you can do.”
  25. “Never make excuses.  Your friends don’t need them and your foes won’t believe them.”
  26. “Never be disagreeable just because you disagree

Top 6 Bill Russell Quotes

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  1. “Concentration and mental toughness are the margins of victory.” Bill Russell
  2. “Success is a result of consistent practice of winning skills and actions. There is nothing miraculous about the process. There is no luck involved.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  3. “The magic to a great meeting is all of the work that’s done beforehand.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  4. “My most prized possession was my library card from the Oakland Public Library.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  5. “Create unselfishness as the most important team attribute.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  6. “What distinguishes a great player is his presence. When he goes on to the court, his presence dominates the atmosphere.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  7. “Commitment separates those who live their dreams from those who live their lives regretting the opportunities they have squandered.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  8. “Learning is a daily experience and a lifetime mission. I truly believe in the saying “We work to become, not to acquire.”” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  9. “Friendship is a full-time job.” Bill Russell Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  10. “You can do anything you want to do if you want it bad enough.” Bill Russell (Bill Russell Quotes)
  11. “Concentration and mental toughness are the margins of victory.” Bill Russell

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Top 33 Larry Bird Quotes

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  1. “I’ve got a theory that if you give 100% all of the time, somehow things will work out in the end.” Larry Bird.
  2. “There are many times when you are better off practicing than playing, but most people just don’t understand that.” Larry Bird
  3. “I think a lot of blue-collar people related to me because a lot of people work for their money.” Larry Bird
  4. “It makes me sick when I see a guy just stare at a loose ball and watch it go out of bounds.” Larry Bird
  5. “I’m a firm believer in that you play the way you practice.” Larry Bird.
  6. “Tomorrow night’s the last game of the trip, I’m going to play this one left-handed, at least through three quarters.” Larry Bird.
  7. “When I was young, I never wanted to leave the court until I got things exactly correct. My dream was to become a pro.” Larry Bird
  8. “My opinion about basketball, the way I was taught, was when you step on the court, you play to win.” Larry Bird.
  9. “I wasn’t real quick, and I wasn’t real strong. Some guys will just take off and it’s like, whoa. So I beat them with my mind and my fundamentals.” Larry Bird
  10. “A winner is someone who recognizes his God-given talents, works his tail off to develop them into skills, and uses these skills to accomplish his goals.” Larry Bird
  11. .”I knew I was as good as anybody. That’s not really bragging; it’s just that I’d put the time in.” Larry Bird.
  12. “I don’t know if I practiced more than anybody, but I sure practiced enough. I still wonder if somebody – somewhere – was practicing more than me.” Larry Bird
  13. “When I was a player, I didn’t expect my teammates to play the way I did. I did expect them to work hard every day and get better. And I never learned anything by losing.” Larry Bird
  14. “When I go to the line I’m thinking ‘All net’. When I don’t think that, I’m likely to miss.” Larry Bird.
  15. “Push yourself again and again. Don’t give an inch until the final buzzer sounds.” Larry Bird
  16. “Leadership is diving for a loose ball, getting the crowd involved, getting other players involved. It’s being able to take it as well as dish it out. That’s the only way you’re going to get respect from the players.” Larry Bird
  17. “Don’t let winning make you soft. Don’t let losing make you quit. Don’t let your teammates down in any situation.” Larry Bird.
  18. “I really don’t like talking about money. All I can say is that the Good Lord must have wanted me to have it.” Larry Bird
  19. “Once you are labeled ‘the best’ you want to stay up there, and you can’t do it by loafing around.” Larry Bird
  20. “You never make any of the shots you never take. 87% of the ones you do take, you’ll miss too. I make 110% of my shots.”
  21. “I always know what’s happening on the court. I see a situation occur, and I respond.” Larry Bird
  22. “Hey, coach, you better get somebody else out here to guard me because I’m killing this guy.” Larry Bird

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Basketball Blog of the Week

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Our goal is to share the blogs on youth, high school, college, and professional basketball.

Blog of the week: High School Basketball: Should I Play a Fall Sport?

November

  1. November 4th – November 10th: 4 Tips for Moms to Support a Youth Basketball Player
  2. November 11th – 17th: High School Basketball: How Big is Your Pond?
  3. November 18th – November 24th: High School Basketball Tryout Tips: Elite Eight Tips

August

  1. July 28thAugust 4th: High School Basketball: Should I Play a Fall Sport?
  2. August 5th – August 11th: 7 Tips on How to Pick the Right AAU Team
  3. August 12th – August 18th Guest Blog5 Questions for An Aspiring Athletic Director

  1. Coaching Youth Basketball: Create Individual Award Certificates
  2. THANK YOU BASKETBALL: Create a Basketball Gratitude List

May

  1. June 17th – 23rd: 4 Tips for Moms to Support a Youth Basketball Player
  2. TOP 6 QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN CHOOSING A BASKETBALL CAMP
  3. Graduation Week & High School Basketball & High School Graduation

June

  1. June 3rd – 9th: Boston Celtics All In: The Inevitable Rematch
  2. June 10th – 16th: Top 10 Reasons to Attend All-Academic Basketball Camp
  3. June 17th – 23rd: Top 7 Reasons to Join a State Basketball Coaches Association
  4. June 24th – 30th: Tyler J. Whitcomb (@e3hoops) The Role of an Athletic Director: Creating the Best High School Experience for Student-Athletes

July

  1. July 1st – 7th:SportsLab360 Basketball (@SL360BasketballTop 3 Keys to Building a Successful Basketball Business
  2. July 8th – 14th: What is the Most Important Relationship in Basketball?
  3. July 15th – July 21st: Basketball Shooting Fundamentals: Where’s the BEEF?
  4. July 22nd – July 28th: Basketball Shooting Fundamentals: Eyes Focused on the Target
  5. July 28thAugust 4th: High School Basketball: Should I Play a Fall Sport?

September

  1. September 2nd – 8th How To Standout at High School Basketball Tryouts with Limited Skills
  2. September 9th – 15th Individual Basketball Workouts are Critical!
  3. September 16th – 22nd J.J. Redick Basketball Shooting Drills
  4. September 23rd – 29th Basketball Shooting: 3 Types of Shooters

Basketball Jokes for October

  1. October 7th – 13th: Youth Basketball Grades and Ages
  2. October 14th – 20th: Best Advice for Youth Sports Parents: “I Love Watching You Play”
  3. October 21st – October 27th Top 5 Halloween Horrors for High School Basketball Players
  4. October 28th – November 3rd: Coaching Youth Basketball: Create Individual Award Certificates

THANK YOU BASKETBALL: Create a Basketball Gratitude List

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November

  1. I am grateful to our guest blog authors. These individuals have shared their knowledge, experiences, and love of basketball! We hope to continue to bring more quality guest blogs each month. Click to see our entire list of guest blogs.
  2. I am grateful for the many inspirational basketball quotes. We need inspiration every day. We have compiled a list of quotes we feel can motivate players, coaching, and parents to reach the next level!
  3. I am grateful for all the amazing basketball books! Reading is a lifelong skill. It can calm the mind, inspire you to think, and can motivate. We love to read great basketball books!
  4. I am grateful for all the awesome basketball movies.
  5. I am grateful for all the youth basketball organizations that provide children the opportunity to play basketball.
  6. I am grateful for high school athletics directors. These individuals work tirelessly to support student-athletes and coaches. They respond to parent complaints about cuts, playing time, and roles on a team. They probably work more hours than any other administrator in a school system. Be sure at some point during the season, you let them know you REALLY appreciate all their hard work. Blog: 5 Questions for An Aspiring Athletic Director
  7. I am grateful to all the basketball officials who make it possible to play this great game.
  8. I am grateful to all the high school basketball associations in America. These organizations support high school coaches, present clinics, guest speakers and so much more.
  9. I am grateful to all the high school basketball coaches in America. These individuals work hard to teach players who to compete, improve, and be a better person. Parents may not agree with philosophies, playing time, or other issues, but the coaches work hard to create a positive learning environment for the players.
  10. November 11th is Veterans Day. I am grateful to be an America today! I am so thankful for all the current military and veterans of our country.
  11. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a basketball buddy.
  12. I am grateful of the opportunity to attend my 1st basketball camp.
  13. I am grateful for the opportunity to coach kindergarten basketball.
  14. I am grateful for the final week of the high school basketball season. Players and coaches are preparing. A few have been preparing all off-season. Some are cramming. It doesn’t matter which category you fall under, you are getting ready. Have a great final week of the off-season.
  15. Thanksgiving: I am grateful for Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving. We love Thanksgiving, basketball, and jokes.
  16. Black Friday: I am grateful for Christmas Basketball Gifts. There is nothing better than receiving a new basketball or a jersey of your favorite player. Click here for Christmas ideas for the basketball player in your life.
  17. I am grateful for walk-on basketball players. These individuals are agreat role models.
  18. November 24th Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: I am grateful for all the multi-sport athletes and coaches who compete in Thanksgiving football games. These individuals will be a a big part of the upcoming basketball season.

December

  1. Larry Bird’s Birthday (1956) 7 I am grateful for Larry Bird. Top 33 Larry Bird Quotes
  2. December 21st: I am grateful for James Naismith, the creator of basketball. What a fantastic game. There is no greater game in the world. He is the ONLY reasons you are reading this post. James Naismith is the best ever!
  3. I am grateful for the opportunity to watch Dave Hopla give an amazing lecture on how to shoot the basketball. Dave Hopla is the BEST SHOOTING COACH IN THE WORLD! Start by buying and reading the #1 Book for Teaching Players How to Shoot a Basketball!

June

  1. I am grateful for the opportunity to watch Dave Hopla give an amazing lecture on how to shoot the basketball. Dave Hopla is the BEST SHOOTING COACH IN THE WORLD! Start by buying and reading the #1 Book for Teaching Players How to Shoot a Basketball!
  2. June 16th I am grateful for Basketball Jokes for Father’s Day.
  3. June 17th I am grateful to be a Boston Celtics fan!

July

  1. I am grateful for Summer Basketball Camps!
  2. I am grateful for basketball jokes for the 4th of July!
  3. I am grateful to be an American!

Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving

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Google Search “Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving

  1. Knock knock?…Who is there?…Boo… Boo Who?… Don’t cry! We have the best basketball jokes for Thanksgiving.
  2. If the pilgrims came on the Mayflower, then what does the Division I college basketball player come on?… The scholar ships. (Thanksgiving Jokes & Pilgrim Jokes)
  3. What do a Thanksgiving turkey and a college basketball pep band have in common?… the drumsticks.
  4. Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Gladys… Gladys who?…. Gladys the page dedicated to basketball jokes for Thanksgiving. Aren’t you? (Thanksgiving Knock Knock Jokes)
  5. If the Pilgrims were alive today AND played basketball, what would they be most famous for?… Their AGE! (Grandparents Jokes)
  6. What’s the best dance to do at a Thanksgiving basketball game?… The turkey trot! (Turkey Jokes)
  7. What band is great to listen to before a Thanksgiving family basketball game?… The Cranberries! (Music Jokes)
  8. What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to before playing a basketball game?… Plymouth Rock! (Music Jokes & Pilgrim Jokes)
  9. Which English pop singer is would be a good choice to sing the national anthem around Thanksgiving?… Pumpkin Spice. (Pumpkin Jokes)
  10. What is the #1 defensive play for Thanksgiving?… The “stuff!”
  11. What’s the key to a great Thanksgiving basketball game?… The turKEY (Turkey Jokes)
  12. What sound does a limping turkey make after a sprained ankle at a basketball game?…“Wobble, wobble!” (Turkey Jokes)
  13. My family told me to stop telling Thanksgiving basketball jokes … … but I told them I couldn’t quit “cold turkey.”
  14. What is a Pilgrim’s favorite basketball move?… The “stuff!”
  15. What smells the best at a Thanksgiving basketball game?… Your nose. (Biology Jokes)
  16. What do you wear to a Thanksgiving basketball game?… A Har – VEST. (Fall Jokes)
  17. I wasn’t going to play basketball on Thanksgiving, but my family this November, but my mom promised to make me Eggs Benedict. So I’m going home for the hollandaise. (Egg Jokes & Thanksgiving Jokes)
  18. What is a turkey’s favorite basketball move?… The “stuff!”
  19. If the Pilgrims came on the Mayflower then what does the basketball player come on?… The scholar ships. (Teacher Jokes Pilgrim Jokes)
  20. Why can’t you take a turkey to a basketball game?… Because they use such FOWL language. (Turkey Jokes)
  21. What happened when the turkey got into a fight at the basketball game?… He got the stuffing knocked out of him! (Turkey Jokes Boxing Jokes)
  22. If Pilgrims traveled on the Mayflower, what do college students travel on?… Scholar ships. (College Jokes & Pilgrim Jokes)
  23. If Pilgrims traveled on the Mayflower, what do middle school students travel on?… Scholar ships.

Top 5 Ball Handling Drills for Kindergarten Basketball

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Where do If you start when you are coaching 1st grade basketball. Most people would do a google search “Coaching 1st Grade Basketball.” That would be a good start, but sometimes google does not have the best match. We are hoping to be identified as a top resources for kindergarten basketball coaches.

The goals of teaching kindergarten basketball are simple.

  1. HAVE FUN: Plain and simple make the kindergarten basketball as fun as possibly. As a coach, you probably have a child this age. Make sure everyone is having fun.
  2. KEEP IT SIMPLE and age-appropriate: This is a chaotic, organized play date. You are not Coach K. Keep it simple and use drills that are easy to understand.
  3. INVOLVE PARENTS: This is an age where children need to feel comfortable. Include the parents in the session, even if only as a cheerleader. This also will be useful if a child has to go to the bathroom or starts crying. (These things WILL HAPPEN at kindergarten basketball.
  4. Top 10 Reasons to Teach Dribbling 1st: At this age you cannot go wrong with having players do ball-handling drills ALL THE TIME. It is the most important skill.

Stationary ball drills are great for developing hand eye coordination, especially at the younger grade levels. With each player having a ball it allows for maximum repetitions. 

There are countless stationary ball drills that could be used and it’s best to start with basic drills that all players can complete successfully, At the vert 1st kindergarten session, start with these drills.

  1. Toss and catch: This is a very simple drill, but it will be a challenge for most players at this age. The player tosses the ball in the air and catches it. Coaches should instruct the player to catch the ball with the eyes and hands. It is ideal for developing and eye coordination. To add a little excitement to the drill have the players clap and then catch the ball. This adds a level of difficulty for many of the players. A player who can clap and catch the ball will feel a sense of accomplishment. 
  2. Two claps. Once the players have mastered the toss and catch, add the team “TWO CLAPS” drill. A coach will yell “TWO CLAPS.” ALL the players will toss the ball in the air, clap their hands twice, and then catch the ball. Whenever a player does something very good, a coach can simply yell “TWO CLAPS.” The entire team will throw the ball in the air, clap their hands two times together, and catch the ball. The goal is for every player to be able to complete the drill without dropping the ball. If you can accomplish this by the end of the season, you will be up for coach of the year.
  3. Toss, bounce, and catch: This is just a different variation of the previous drills. The player will toss the ball in the air, let the ball bounce and try to catch the ball before it bounces above the waist. This also can be challenging for many players. However with practice and focus a player will be able to succeed. For more advanced players encourage them to catch the ball as low as possible.
  4. Circle rolls.: This drill players will stand with their feet together and roll the ball in a circle around both legs using the fingertips and fingertip pads. This is a very simple drill. Encourage players once they get the hang of it to increase the speed. After completing it in one direction, players should stop and roll the ball in the other direction.
  5. Figure 8 rolls: This is a little bit more challenging of a basketball drill, but one that many players can complete. Players should spread their legs wide and they are simply going to roll the ball in and out of the legs in a figure 8 pattern. Once players are comfortable executing this drill encourage them to go a little bit faster. After completing the drill on one direction, attempt it going in the other direction.

Hopefully this is a good way for kindergarten coaches to develop hand-eye coordination.

Top 5 Halloween Horrors for High School Basketball Players

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Halloween Horrors for High School Basketball Players

Halloween can be a very scary time. Spooky ghosts, creepy critters, and the upcoming high school basketball season. For some players the 1st day of the season is quickly approaching. It can be a very scary time.

  1. State Health Violations: Most state basketball associations are concerned with the whole student-athlete. As part of this concern they institute alcohol tobacco and health policies that discourage athletes from using harmful substances. If a basketball player is caught using one of these substances, the player can be suspended for part of the season or in some cases, the entire year. So beware. Make great choices.
  2. I Am Ineligible: Are you stupid fool? Take care of your classes. No matter where you go to school in America, you have a fantastic opportunity to learn. Make sure you do everything you need to do to be eligible for the basketball season. Attend extra help sessions. Shut off your phone when doing homework. Hire a tutor. Do everything you can to make sure that you are eligible to play basketball. It takes a lot of work (doing nothing) to fail classes. Do all you can to be the best student possible
  3. I Have Not Put in Enough Hours: This is a scary reality for many, many basketball players. They have not worked hard enough and there are just days left until the first day of tryouts. In some states the season is already underway. Players will be lacing up the sneakers and getting ready for the upcoming season. For a player who has not worked as hard as he / she should have, there is TODAY! Grab you lunch pail and hard hat and get to work today. Complete an individual workout. Get to practice early. Do all you can TODAY, so you are a better player TOMORROW!
  4. Realize Your Role is Not What You Hoped: This happens to most players at some point in your career. DNP – CD (Did Not Play – Coach’s Decision). Your coach does not feel you can contribute on the court to your team’s success. (See #3)
  5. I Am Out of Shape: The only excuse for not being in shape on the 1st day of the season is laziness. Conditioning has to be a major major priority if you want to be a good basketball player. . The easiest way to earn a spot on a team is to be in great shape. And the easiest way to get cut from a team is to be out of shape. That is scary thought that you might be a fan in the stands watching your former teammates play basketball.

BOO! Are you scared enough to work TODAY!

Good Luck!

Top Basketball Quotes

365 Basketball Quotes

  1. “All the successful teams I’ve ever seen have three characteristics: They play unselfish, they play together, and they play hard.“ Larry Brown
  2. “Winning teams at the NBA level, the college level, and the high school level all play team basketball. Championship teams have five players on the same page at all times.“ Hubie Brown
  3. “You have a choice to make when you’re not playing. Either you’re invested and a great teammate, or your not” Brad Stevens
  4. “Everyone is born with a certain potential. You may never achieve your full potential, but how close you come depends on how much you want to pay the price.“ Red Auerbach
  5. “Everything negative — pressure, challenges — are all an opportunity for me to rise.“ Kobe Bryant
  6. “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.“ Michael Jordan
  7. “I don’t know if I practiced more than anybody, but I sure practiced enough. I still wonder if somebody – somewhere – was practicing more than me.” Larry Bird (Larry Bird Quotes)
  8. “Ask not what your teammates can do for you. Ask what you can do for your teammates.“ Magic Johnson
  9. “I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win.“ Michael Jordan
  10. “I’ve got a theory that if you give 100% all of the time, somehow things will work out in the end.” Larry Bird “The Hick from French Lick” (Larry Bird Quotes)
  11. “Concentration and mental toughness are the margins of victory.” Bill Russell (Top 6 Bill Russell Quotes)
  12. “The key is not the ‘will to win’… everybody has that. It is the will to prepare to win that is important.” Bob Knight (Bob Knight Quotes)
  13. “Preparation will be my separation.” Kevin Eastman
  14. “If you are afraid of failure you don’t deserve to be successful!“ Charles Barkley “The Round Mound of Rebound”
  15. “I’m still waiting for perfection. In the meantime, I’ll settle for persistence.” Bo Ryan
  16. “Shooting percentage is just as much about decision making as it is about technique” Jeff Van Gundy Post: How to Be a Great Basketball Shooter
  17. “Young men need more models, not critics.” John Wooden (John Wooden Quotes)
  18. “Teamwork is the beauty of our sport, where you have five acting as one.” Mike Krzyzewski
  19. “If all I’m remembered for is being a good basketball player, then I’ve done a bad job with the rest of my life.” Isiah Thomas
  20. “What you are as a person is far more important that what you are as a basketball player” John Wooden (John Wooden Quotes)
  21. “Winners are not people who do not fail, but people who never quit.“ Anonymous
  22. “When a gifted team dedicates itself to unselfish trust and combines instinct with boldness and effort–it is ready to climb.“ Pat Riley
  23. “We believe in people executing their role and caring about the team more than anything individually.” Gregg Popovich
  24. “A key basketball skill is imagery. The best players “see” situations before they happen so they can be prepared.” Dr. Jack Ramsay
  25. “The one thing I learned about myself going back and watching tapes of all the losses that we’ve had is that I’m physically capable of doing this and dominating the game, but the mental part was not there. I don’t know if it comes with age, but I had to learn to be mentally tough.” Lisa Leslie
  26. “Be led by your dreams not by your problems.” Roy Williams
  27. “You don’t play against opponents, you play against the game of basketball.” Bobby Knight (Bob Knight Quotes)
  28. “Sometimes a player’s greatest challenge is coming to grips with his role on the Slide1team.” Scottie Pippen
  29. “If you’re not talking, you’re not playing defense.” Doc Rivers
  30. “The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.” Ann Landers
  31. “Good, better, best. Never let it rest. Until your good is better and your better is best.“ Tim “The Big Fundamental” Duncan
  32. “My goal is to win the next game one possession at a time. That’s it. I don’t have any other goals.” Brad Stevens
  33. “I have a plan of action, but the game is a game of adjustments.” Mike Krzyzewski
  34. “There is a direct correlation between the number of ball reversals and defensive breakdowns.” Kevin Eastman
  35. “If it turns out that my best wasn’t good enough, at least I wont look back and say that I was afraid to try.” Michael Jordan
  36. “Some say you have to use your five best players, but I found out you win with the five that fit together best as a team.” Red Auerbach
  37. “Bottom line, you’re either a risk taker, or your not, and if you don’t take risks, you’ll never win big.” Geno Auriemma “
  38. If you’re going to have to beg them to play, it’s not going to work.” Chuck Daly
  39. “I think, team first. It allows me to succeed, it allows my team to succeed.“ Lebron James
  40. “Get the fundamentals down and the level of everything you do will rise.” Michael Jordan
  41. “When I walked into the gym, I fell in love with the game. I didn’t fall in love with it just because it was me playing. I fell in love with it because I’ve got guys like this – like these guys every single day that push me to be the best that I can be.” Kevin Durant
  42. “I can’t relate to lazy people. We don’t speak the same language. I don’t understand you. I don’t want to understand you.” Kobe Bryant
  43. “There is a lot of pressure put on me, but I don’t put a lot of pressure on myself. I feel if I play my game, it will take care of itself.” Lebron James
  44. “In developing teams, I don’t believe in rules. I believe in standards. Rules don’t promote teamwork, standards do” Mike Krzyzewski
  45. “Admit to and make yourself accountable for mistakes. How can you improve if you’re never wrong?” Pat Summitt
  46. “Bad shooters are always open” Pete Carril
  47. “Not only is there more to life than basketball, there’s a lot more to basketball than basketball.” Phil Jackson
  48. “You can’t always be the most talented or gifted person in the room, but you can be the most competitive.“ Pat Summit
  49. “The greatness of Michael Jordan is his competitive drive. The weakness of Michael Jordan is his competitive drive.” Phil Jackson
  50. “I can’t stand a ballplayer who plays in fear. Any fellow who has a good shot has got to take it and keep taking it. So he misses – so what?” Red Auerbach
  51. “Those to whom defense is not important will have the best seat in the game” Rick Majerus
  52. “I know that I’m never as good or bad as any single performance. I’ve never believed my critics or my worshippers, and I’ve always been able to leave the game at the arena.” Charles Barkley

Basketball Jokes for Veterans Day

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Google Search “Basketball Jokes for Veterans Day”

  1. Knock knock?…Who is there?…Boo… Boo Who?… Don’t cry! We have the best basketball jokes for Veterans Day.
  2. November 11th: Veterans Day Jokes: Why was David Robinson arrested on Veterans Day?… He shot the basketball.
  3. What do you call a really high ranking snack at the Army – Navy Basketball game?… A popcorn colonel. (Memorial Day Jokes & Popcorn Jokes)
  4. How is a bag of popcorn at a basketball game like an army?… It has lots of kernels. (Memorial Day Jokes & Veterans Day Jokes & Popcorn Jokes)
  5. Why was the Army basketball team get arrested?… They shot the basketball.
  6. Why was the Navy basketball team get arrested?… They shot the basketball.
  7. Why was the Marine basketball team get arrested?… They shot the basketball.
  8. Why was the Air Force basketball team get arrested?… They shot the basketball.
  9. Why was the Coast Guard basketball team get arrested?… They shot the basketball.
  10. Why did the Army basketball have a ghost on their team?… To add a little team spirit. 
  11. Why did the Navy basketball have a ghost on their team?… To add a little team spirit. 
  12. Why did the Marine basketball have a ghost on their team?… To add a little team spirit. 
  13. Why did the Air Force basketball have a ghost on their team?… To add a little team spirit. 
  14. Why did the Coast Guard basketball have a ghost on their team?… To add a little team spirit.