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Happy 99th Birthday John Wooden!

After eight books, A Game Plan for Life: The Power of Mentoring is the one closest to John Wooden’s heart: a moving and inspirational guide to the power of mentorship.
On October 14, 2009, John Wooden turns 99 years old.  As active and vocal as ever, Wooden heads into his tenth decade eager to share what […]

LeBron James and the NIKE Air Max LeBron VII

NIKE, Inc. today introduced the Nike Air Max LeBron VII, the latest and most innovative shoe in LeBron James’ signature line, at a global media summit in Akron, Ohio featuring James and performance footwear designer Jason Petrie.
The Nike Air Max LeBron VII is designed to deliver maximum comfort and stability. It features an innovative, […]

Low Level Laser Therapy for Pain and Injuries

Low Level Laser Therapy is also known as Cold Laser Light Therapy, or Low Intensity Laser Therapy.  This is not to be confused with the Far Infrared Radiation “heating healing” pads which treats another set of ailments.  I’ll cover that in another article.
Last year, I was fortunate and unfortunate to experience this alternative form of […]

Nike Zoom Soldier III - LeBron James Lightest Shoe ever

BEAVERTON, Ore. – LeBron James will debut the Nike Zoom Soldier III on the court tomorrow when Cleveland takes on Detroit. Designed with James’ playoffs needs in mind, the Nike Zoom Soldier III is the lightest shoe designed for James, to date, with this Nike Zoom Soldier series becoming LeBron’s perennial playoff footwear.

“A basketball player’s […]

Steve Nash Continues Commitment to Sustainability with Nike Zoom MVP Trash Talk

BEAVERTON, Ore. — The new Nike Zoom MVP Trash Talk combines Nike’s commitment to Considered Design, marrying performance product and sustainability, with Phoenix Sun’s Steve Nash’s passion for the environment.

The Nike Zoom MVP Trash Talk, which launches at retail on April 22, 2009, Earth Day, is a classic hoop shoe designed for athletic performance and […]

iDashboards presents 2009 NCAA Basketball Final Four Brackets

Selection Sunday is here!

North Carolina, Connecticut, Louisville and Pittsburgh got top seeds for the 2009 Division 1 NCAA “March Madness” Basketball Tournament.

I wrote a very brief history of the NCAA “Final Four” Basketball Tournament last week.

Now, with the beauty of iDashboards, you can have all the stats in real time.

Mouse over each of your favorite […]

2009 NCAA March Madness Basketball Tournament

Next to the Olympics and World Championships, the NCAA “March Madness” Basketball Tournament is my favorite event. It’s easy to win the National Championships. Just go 6-0 on 3 consecutive weekends. Go Hard or Go Home.

In theory, you throw out all your stats, whether you are 27-0 or 18-12, and start with […]

How to Fit Speed Training Into Basketball Practice

How to Fit Speed Training Into Basketball Practice

by Lee Taft, MS, CSCS, SPC, USATF,
Performance Director, Sports Speed Etc., LLC
www.MyBasketballSpeed.com

One of the most common questions I get as it relates to finding time for speed training during basketball practice is; how and when can I fit it in?

First of all, let me explain one of the […]

Kevin Durant Nike KD1 Basketball Shoe

NIKE, Inc. and reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Kevin Durant showcase the next generation of footwear with the launch of the KD1, Durant’s first signature shoe with the brand. By taking a personal journey through Durant’s life, Nike designers seamlessly integrate superior performance with personal design touches.

Durant’s relentless work ethic is well noted and […]

NIKEPLUS - Why Nike is Winning the Shoe War

Why is Nike winning the Shoe War?

Let’s recap 2008.

Over $18 Billion dollars in sales in the fiscal 2008. Just as a perspective, Apple topped $10 billion in quarterly sales this year. And according to reports, Nike accounted for almost 50% of ALL running shoe sales in the USA.

That’s a lot of shoes, and […]

Nike Debuts Pro Combat at Basketball All-Star Weekend

BEAVERTON, OR – NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today introduced an innovative new padded base layer called Nike Pro Combat with a superior lightweight, articulated fit that allows today’s basketball player to be protected and feel unstoppable.

LeBron James and Amar’e Stoudemire, among others, will wear elements of the Nike Pro Combat collection when they take the court […]

NIKE AIR JORDAN 2009

Jordan Brand Goes Beyond XX3 to Unveil the Future of the Brand: The AIR JORDAN 2009

BEAVERTON, OR – Since the release of the AIR JORDAN XX3 in January 2008, the sneaker world debated the greatest question ever asked of a basketball shoe: will there be an AIR JORDAN XX4? Meanwhile, Jordan Brand, a division […]

NIKEiD and Kobe Bryant Collaborate for Christmas

NIKEiD AND KOBE BRYANT COLLABORATE FOR A SPECIAL HOLIDAY SURPRISE

BEAVERTON, OR – NIKE, Inc. and reigning NBA MVP Kobe Bryant are celebrating breakthrough innovation with a festive flair this holiday season and beyond. Beginning December 25, 2008, Bryant’s new Nike Zoom Kobe IV, his fourth signature shoe with the brand, will be available on NIKEiD.com […]

Nike Zoom Kobe IV - Nike Unveils its Lightest and Strongest Basketball Shoe Ever

LOS ANGELES – NIKE, Inc. and 10-time NBA All-Star Kobe Bryant unveiled the Nike Zoom Kobe IV today, its lightest basketball shoe ever, with a new low cut design weighing in at a mere 11.6 ounces.

The game of basketball is evolving to a quicker pace, and as basketball’s agent of change Kobe is leading the […]

Increase Vertical Jump with Plyometric Exercises

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The vertical jump is one of many tests performed at the Football Combine. The following speed, power and explosive tests are as follows:

40 yard dash
Vertical Jump
Max 225 Bench Reps
Standing Long Jump

For Football quickness and agility, they may do the following:

Pro-Agility Test (lateral agility or I-test)
J or L cone Test […]

Preventing ACL Injuries Videos

LA84foundation.org is the web site for the Legacy of The 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games that has several excellent Free Track and Cross Country Coaching Books.

There is a web-based lesson for athletes, coaches, trainers and parents on how to prevent ACL injuries. While it may appear to focus on soccer, it applies to any […]

NIKE Zoom LeBron VI 6

Available at USA retail stores Friday, October 31. In Canada January 2009

From NIKE Press release:

BEAVERTON, Ore. - “ As LeBron James proved in a Gold Medal campaign this past summer in Beijing, he is a basketball player who can do it all and he requires a performance shoe that can keep up with his […]

NIKE Considered Design Spring 2009 Product Outlook

From NIKE Press release:

Nike Considered Design is Nike’s latest products which combine sustainability principles with the newest innovations for sport. While Nike has delivered consumers Considered products for several years, for the first time, Nike Considered Design will be featured in all of Nike’s six key categories: basketball, running, football (soccer), women’s training, men’s […]

Free Track and Cross Country Coaching Books

The LA84foundation.org is the web site for the Legacy of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games. This web site is a great resource for athletes, coaches, trainers and parents.

Who the heck is the LA84foundation.org?

The LA84 Foundation is endowed with surplus funds from the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Their mission is to serve youth […]

NBCOlympics.com Basketball Latest News

NBCOlympics.com Basketball Latest News

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Without Ginobili, Argentina earns bronze

With star Manu Ginobili on the bench in street clothes with an injury, Argentina turned to Carlos Delfino — using his 20 points to spark an 87-75 win against Lithuania in the men’s bronze medal match on Day 16.

U.S. women have winning four-mula

With its third […]

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