Play-Practice Basketball

Play-Practice Basketball We help your player perform at a high school level BEFORE their freshman tryouts! Sports & Fitness Instruction

06/12/2026

Focus on shoulders over toes and leg power to generate maximum force. Small adjustments make a big difference in your output.

06/10/2026

Don't just create separation with a retreat and crossover—Sync your feet and dribble to explode back through the gap before the defender has time to react.

06/09/2026

Use the opposite-foot, same-hand layup to generate momentum, protect the ball, and glide their body across the basket for a smoother angle and stronger finish.

06/08/2026

The hip swivel teaches players to create separation with quick footwork and body positioning, allowing them to explode back into space without needing a crossover.

06/07/2026

Unlock the goofy foot layup, often called the 'wrong foot' layup. Learn the underhand scoop technique for better power organization and smoother ex*****on. Perfect your two-step approach for a powerful finish.

06/06/2026

Take a small step, and shoot! This move-and-shoot technique is key to quick ex*****on. Take lots of reps to create a consistent shot!

Your player is struggling to stay in front of an average ball handler on defense, hurting their ability to stop opponent...
06/05/2026

Your player is struggling to stay in front of an average ball handler on defense, hurting their ability to stop opponents from scoring, and ultimately killing their ability to earn more playing time!
All of the coaching advice they have gotten revolves around "effort," "slide your feet!" and the need to improve their "lateral quickness."
The real problem is that neither you or their coach have the time to distill all the details of defense down to individual skills that they can understand and take on the challenge of improving.

In this Free Defensive Masterclass will be covering:
3 ways to contain the ball 1on1 without help
How to find the right position in help defense - so your player is not lost!
How to contest and block shots without fouling
How to defend screens without switching
How to survive disadvantage situations by playing the odds
How to deny a pass without getting beaten backdoor

Register here: https://bit.ly/defensivedictator

06/05/2026

Great finishers use an extra dribble, stride, or jump stop to create separation, absorb contact, and attack the rim on their terms instead of letting defenders stay attached to their hip.

06/05/2026

Secure the ball with the "pizza pan," keep it protected on the shoulder, and flow directly into a strong finish before the defense can stop you.

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141 Banfield Road, Suite #7
Portsmouth, NH
03801

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Monday 4pm - 8pm
Tuesday 4pm - 8pm
Wednesday 4pm - 8pm
Thursday 3:30pm - 8pm
Saturday 2pm - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 7:30pm

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