Athletes
Guides, Tips & Help

Being a former professional athlete myself, many athletes come to me for help — with their training, Mental Game, career advancement, and their transition to the next phases of their lives. I’ve written a ton of stuff about playing professional basketball, from exposure camps to agents to money. Use this page as a source for all the above and everything else. Share this page with your sport-playing teammates, friends, players, and children.

Went from D2 to D3 to D2 again and made it overseas

Hi! My name is Raychel Shannon and I am an avid listener of your podcast. I really relate to your background story. I am a basketball player who also had a crazy journey to make it pro. I went from D2 to D3 to D2 again and made it overseas last year after overcoming a lot of closed doors. I used a lot of your material to guide me through the process and to get a taste of what to expect. Also, your podcast about reading books impacted my life in a huge way. I have always loved to read but didn’t prioritize it. Since listening I have read about a book a week and am working to increase this number even more. You have even inspired me to put my own blog together. When it is up and running I will definitely send you the link.

In closing, I want to thank you for the material you put out. Keep up the great, quality work!

Raychel Shannon ... Professional Basketball Player

A great resource coaching basketball at a Div 3 school

Just finished book over the weekend—thanks so much for all the great info. It will be a great resource coaching at a Div 3 school---I know our best player from this season is trying to continue to play. Looking forward to sharing the info—great thoughts on mental toughness. Thanks again,

Brad Oringer ... College Basketball Coach

Basketball Basics

What To Do If Your Parents Don’t Support Your Basketball Dreams

VIDEO: Getting Your Parents’ Support For Basketball in 4 Steps: A How-To Guide & Script

VIDEO: When Parents & Family Don’t Support Your Goals

For PARENTS: Helping Your Child Reach His/Her Potential Or Otherwise Advancing In Sports/Basketball

VIDEO For Parents: Want Your Child To Play Better? Follow My Advice

Common Player Issues, Answered

You Really Want to Play Basketball, But Need Motivation To Play? This is Especially For You

You’re a Passionate, Hard Worker? Just Need A Opportunity? Read This.

Is Making It In Basketball Hard? YES.

How Hard Is It To “Make It” In Basketball?

The Basketball Player’s 5 Natural Physical Advantages / Talents

How To Know You’re A Good Basketball Player

VIDEO: Is “Making It” In Basketball Hard?

POD: When Is It Time To Give It Up?

VIDEO: What Age Is “Too Late” In Basketball?

VIDEO: How To Be a “Good” Basketball Player?

You’re Tall And Black — You Play Basketball?

Stories

The Blocked Shots Story: Who did you beat to get here?

The Pickup Basketball Gym Story: Own Your Backyard

VIDEO Story: 4 Years Of High School Basketball Tryouts

Basketball Training, Workouts & Injuries

HoopHandbook Signature Manuals

Program: Ultimate Athlete

Program: Position of Power

Basketball Injury: How To Deal With And Prevent It

Yoga/Pilates for Basketball Players — Worth It?

How To Grow Taller

Playing Injured vs. Playing Hurt

If I Bulk Up/Gain Weight, How Will It Affect My Game?

How Many Hours Of Training To Make Money Playing Basketball?

How Do I Fix My Jumpshot for Basketball?

Eating, Nutrition & Diet

Diet & Nutrition

Basic Diet & Nutrition Guidelines for Athletes

Some Nutrition Basics for Athletes

Basketball Tryouts

What Coaches Look For At Tryouts

How To Get Recruited by Colleges

What Coaches Look For At Tryouts

One Way to Deal With Tryout Nervousness

“Here Are My Circumstances/Limitations That I Use As Excuses. What Should I Do? Help Me!”

Basketball Tryouts: How to Know Your Chances Of Making The Team

VIDEO: The “Basketball Tryouts Tips” Video To End All Tryout Tips Videos

VIDEO: The 4 Things Basketball Coaches Look For At Tryouts & What To Expect

VIDEO: Tryouts Coming Up? Here’s all You Need

VIDEO: 5 Tips For Making The Basketball Team In High School and College

VIDEO: How To Make The Basketball Team – THE 3 Tips You Must Follow

VIDEO: Cut From The Basketball Team? I Made This For YOU

What To Expect At Your First Basketball Tryout

Basketball On-Court Issues

What To Do When You’re Not Getting The Proper Playing Time

Playing Time Issues: Here’s Why You Don’t Get In The Games

Playing Scared/Dealing With Fear During Games

How To Play As Well As You Practice

Performance Anxiety & Pre-Performance Pressure

What If My Teammates Think I’m a Ball Hog Or Cocky?

Why Your Teammates Don’t Pass You The Ball

You Want to Play Guard, But Are Stuck In The Post/Paint

3 Reasons Why I Averaged 2 Points Per Game As A High School Senior

Dominate In Practice, But Freeze Up During Games? Read This

How To Feel Less Pressure Before A Performancep

High School & College Basketball

How To Walk On To An NCAA / College Basketball Team

Want to Be A College Basketball Walk-On? Here’s The Mentality You Need

Balancing School with Sports

I’m In High School — How Can I Go Overseas Without Playing Basketball in College?

How To Get College Basketball Coaches To Notice You If You’re Not Playing Much

When & How Should A High School Player Contact College Coaches?

What Age is “Too Late” To Try Out For College or Pro Basketball?

No One Over Your Shoulder: In College, Self-Discipline Will Make Or Break You

You Are Not The Star: In College Basketball, The Coach Has The Power. Respect It

Getting Into An NCAA Basketball Program From Outside of The USA

Haven’t Gotten A Scholarship Offer Yet?

High School Player Aiming for Pro Basketball? What You Are [Really] Up Against

Seeking A Scholarship: Some Tips

Older Player Wanting to Play College Basketball? Here’s Your Guide

Professional / Overseas Basketball

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