Category Archives: NBA

NBA Pre Draft Training Olek Czyz Project

With Olek finishing up his 1st year with Virtus Roma in Italy and the NBA Combine starting up this week i thought it would be a great time to drop some heat on YouTube and look back to last years … Continue reading

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Basketball MAUI-Pro AM game

Once again I had the opportunity to train on the Westside of Maui in Lahaina for the third consecutive year. Had a great time working with the various coaches and players that attended the NBC Camps that were hosted by … Continue reading

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D. Rose Spin Move and NASCAR an Athletic Breakdown

Due to the difficulty of the basketball “spin move” very few can create the power and control to produce in competition. Derrick Rose is the definition of power, he can create and transfer force better than any other PG in … Continue reading

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Never Outshine the Master

One day all great players will fall to the next- Respect the men that motivated you to achieve greatness- The ultimate form of respect is to compete as hard as you can against them- Below are some clips from Michael … Continue reading

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Knockout the Competition with Boxing Training for Basketball

Training for boxing is a great way to gain confidence, increase basketball performance through cross training in off season and implement new neural patterns and movements. Kids don’t punch people, punch bags. – Author Mike Atkinson The Crossover between Boxing … Continue reading

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DO You Pass the Eye Ball Test?

As I took my seat down on the plane after a (International Basketball League) game against the Santa Barbara Breakers (missed a triple double by 1 point), I could not help but overhear the man I was sitting next to … Continue reading

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The “Swiss Army Knife Player”

In training and basketball, I refer to the “Swiss Army Knife Player” to encourage growth in all areas.  I dedicate this to a 6’9” 240lb beast who is a smooth shooting guard at heart, or even better the 6’3” 175lb … Continue reading

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Interview on Sierra Strength and Speed Winning Culture

Bill and Connie in the Morning Above is the mp3 link to radio interview, “Bill and Connie in the Morning” we were discussing the culture that @sierrastrength has within its facility.  Local athletes call Sierra Strength home for their off … Continue reading

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Mike Atkinson, Basketball Performance Specialist

Mike is a widely sought after Basketball Performance Specialist known for his ability to give his clients the tools needed to breakdown sport specific movements and become better athletes. The ability to relate and communicate with athletes comes from Mike’s … Continue reading

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Magnum Rolle Project

The best of the best NBA draft PICK (51st) 2k10 Magnum Rolle. Putting in major work with Hoops and Performance specialists Aubrey McCreary and Mike Atkinson in Reno, NV in preparation for NBA Draft workout circuit. The video speaks for … Continue reading

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