Category Archives: Workouts

Single Leg Squat w/Ball Progression- Basketball Performance

Train for Balance, Strength and Stability: Single Leg Squat with Basketball: Keep chest Proud and back flat Keep knee stable Reach back and sit in hips, do not let knee go in front of toes Keep pressure evenly distributed through … Continue reading

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Balls 2 the Wall-Basketball Performance drills

Often coaches incorporate a two ball routine into their development sessions. I like to mix the two ball drills up with different release points and footwork patterns off the wall for reaction. Incorporate into warm-up or your favorite two ball … Continue reading

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Gain leverage over your opponent- Lateral Lunge

Increase your ability to move in an athletic position.  The game of basketball is played at multiple angles consisting of a large percent of lateral movements.  Perform lateral lunge for increased mobility and strength in hips and adductors. The lateral … Continue reading

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2 Hard 2 Guard-Defense to Offense with Drop Step

Athlete Type: Two sophomore athletes. Drill: Classic Drop Step Drill with an added defensive component. Coaching Note: Great to create match-ups that will challenge the partner. Note to athletes: We show misses and failed attempts to learn from our mistakes … Continue reading

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Revi Jets Definition of a stance

Lock up like an All Pro- Defensive Stance Review

I know you are thinking, why is there a picture of  NFL All Pro Darrelle Revis matched up with one of the best athletes on the planet Ochocinco in a basketball blog? The answer is simple.  One of the hardest … Continue reading

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How to use a furniture slider for hoops, Volume 1

Above is a great way to use furniture sliders. Incorporated into every workout are ways to enjoy a drill but still have some fun. Here is a great way to take a power drill and involve the basketball. For the … Continue reading

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Washington State, Attention Do not miss out!

Had a great trip in the Northwest love the atmosphere,looking forward to Holiday Handles in December! Sign -Ups for Fall Training have begun at Columbia Athletic Club in Washington

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Elite Pro Clinic NorthWest August 23-27th

Silver Lake, Everett WA Basketball Camp/Clinic. Mike Atkinson of Elite Pro will be the FEATURED Director! Limited Spots!

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“33″ A 2k10 Version of the game “Tip It”

33 the Best Game you never heard of.. from Mike Atkinson on Vimeo. IT is official we are going to start posting some Live “33” footage some of our best shots. Now accepting all video responses follow link: Reno, NV … 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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