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A Handbook For Coaches Of Women's High School Basketball, Jamie Ann Johnston Jan 2002

A Handbook For Coaches Of Women's High School Basketball, Jamie Ann Johnston

All Graduate Projects

In developing a successful basketball program there are certain components that must be present. Creating a philosophy based on the beliefs of the coach and the concept of expectations and goal setting are imperative to long-term success. Organization of the overall program including its philosophy, goals, and how to go about teaching the correct mechanics and ftmdamentals are essential in creating a handbook for women's high school basketball coaches. The purpose of this project was to create a handbook of activities and strategies to be used by individuals who are seeking to coach basketball at the high school level. A …


A Reference Manual For The Wapato Boys' Basketball Program, George Juarez Jan 1993

A Reference Manual For The Wapato Boys' Basketball Program, George Juarez

All Graduate Projects

The purpose of this project was to develop a reference manual for a school district boys' basketball program. To accomplish this purpose, a four-part manual has been designed around the foundational areas of: (1) philosophy, (2) fundamentals, (3) drill, and (4) organization. The manual was designed for use by the Wapato School District basketball staff.


A Trip To The Top, John Foster Apr 1970

A Trip To The Top, John Foster

Basketball

A Trip To The Top contains photos and documentation of Central Washington State College Basketball team from the 1969-1970 season. The Wildcats placed second at the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics National Championship that year and Dean Nicholson won Coach of the Year. This file was created from a booklet made by John Foster.


Effectiveness Of The Problem Solving Method In Coaching Junior High School Basketball, Robert Duane Pederson Jan 1970

Effectiveness Of The Problem Solving Method In Coaching Junior High School Basketball, Robert Duane Pederson

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to compare two methods of instruction in coaching selected eighth grade boys in selected basketball skills.


A Measure Of Basketball Skill For Fifth And Sixth Grade Boys, David Clair Moffitt Jan 1970

A Measure Of Basketball Skill For Fifth And Sixth Grade Boys, David Clair Moffitt

All Master's Theses

The purpose of establishing a basketball skills test for fifth and sixth grade boys was to recognize any talent already self-possessed, to determine the achievement level in skill, and to serve as an aid in diagnosing weaknesses. In addition, it would aid as a classifier of ability to assist in class division for team competition and the after-school athletic program. This skills test could also be used as a strong motivational device.


The Major Factors That Have Affected The Game Of Basketball Since Its Inception, Robert Charles Werner Aug 1969

The Major Factors That Have Affected The Game Of Basketball Since Its Inception, Robert Charles Werner

All Master's Theses

There are five major factors that have affected this game of basketball since it had its beginning back in 1891 and the writer will attempt to cover these in the next five chapters of this publication .


A Comparison Of Three Basketball Skill Tests, Michael Lee Osborn Apr 1969

A Comparison Of Three Basketball Skill Tests, Michael Lee Osborn

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine which, if any, of three existing basketball skill tests: (1) The Lehsten test; (2) The Stroup test; and (3) The Knox test, has the highest correlation with the basketball ability of senior high school boys as rated by expert opinion.


Safety Procedures For Basketball, Lorenz D. Flindt Jr. Aug 1962

Safety Procedures For Basketball, Lorenz D. Flindt Jr.

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study is to consider the many ways basketball can be made safer for the individual participants. In organizing this paper, the author hoped to gain further insight into just one of the many areas of safety. He believes this material can be useful not only for the basketball coach, but for all individuals interested in protecting one of our nation's most priceless possessions--its children.


A Study Of Basketball Organizational Materials And The Development Of An Organizational Handbook For Beginning Basketball Coaches, Samuel Edward Mitchell Aug 1961

A Study Of Basketball Organizational Materials And The Development Of An Organizational Handbook For Beginning Basketball Coaches, Samuel Edward Mitchell

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this investigation was to determine whether or not a handbook should be developed for beginning basketball coaches. Specifically, this investigation was designed to answer the following questions: (1) Do “AA” high school coaches use coaching handbooks? (2) What materials are included in these handbooks? and (3) If “AA” high school coaches did not have a handbook, what material did they think should be in a handbook?


A Correlation Between Space I.Q. And Performance In Basketball, Lynn E. Samford Jul 1961

A Correlation Between Space I.Q. And Performance In Basketball, Lynn E. Samford

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine if there is any correlation between space I.Q. as measured on the SRA Test and performance in basketball at Prosser Junior High School during the years 1956-1960 and Prosser High School during the years 1958-1961.