Free Throw Accuracy We’ve all heard it before, whether from a coach, teammate, parent, or made-for-tv movie. “They’re called FREE throws!” Getting to the charity strike can play a big role in the outcome of any game, and FT percentage is a highly valued stat. Improving free throw accuracy should be a focus for any…
It’s tourney time! March is here and you know what that means….Madness. Everyone is doing their research to crack the code, find the formula, and crown the correct National Champion for their brackets. People countrywide are getting in on the action. Here at Koa, we have a staff March Madness pool (may the best man…
Time for Tryouts It is sad to say that the summer is finally coming to a close. While there are technically still a few weeks left of our most favorite season, the days of going to camp, relaxing by the pool and waking up late are lamentably over. However, the great news is that when…
This year’s NBA Finals has showcased some of the finest basketball talent ever seen. The Warriors might have walked away with the trophy, multiple high accolades and impressive winner’s swag but, the league didn’t let the Cavaliers leave their stadium empty handed–that’s what second place trophies are for after all! Although the Cavs are officially…
Coaches are like shoes. They come in all different shapes and sizes, they provide different benefits and while their appearances often vary, they all serve the same purpose: to provide support, stability and protection. However, there is one large distinction between coaches and shoes (besides the smell that accrues over time), coaches go that extra…
Let the games begin! The long-awaited time is finally here—the 2015 NBA playoffs commenced this past Saturday night and every team has exhibited some of the best basketball to ever grace shiny wood floors all across the nation. The playoffs are exciting for a multitude of reasons: first and foremost, there’s the opportunity to be…
With summer just around the corner, it’s hard to imagine yourself stuck on a stuffy indoor basketball court practicing skills for the upcoming season. Good thing there are plenty of outdoor courts to help you get your game on! Many know that the offseason can sometimes be a tumultuous one. Often times you’re involved in…
Everyone knows that basketball is an extremely fast-paced game where agility, speed and explosive movement are essential. While this is all very much true, there’s another part of basketball that is just as important and requires little movement—so little that you don’t even have to move your feet. No, it’s not when you fill up…
Basketball is a sport that can cause tempers to flare. This could happen to anyone, be it a player, coach, referee, or even a fan. But in order to succeed and prove yourself to be a competent and cool basketball player, you need to be able to fight past frustration and play your game. From…
How did Lebron James or Kobe Bryant become all star players? This year is Lebron’s 11th consecutive appearance and Kobe’s 17th appearance in the NBA’s All Star game. First, lets define what an all star is: an all star refers to someone who is highly skilled at a given activity, so much so that he/she is often considered among…
