Basketball has evolved since Canadian James Naismith invented the game in 1891, but one thing hasn’t changed: Kids need to learn basic movement skills and develop physical literacy if they want to command the court.
The articles and resources below are for parents who want to introduce their kids to basketball and help them to have the best experience in the game.
With the Toronto Raptors’ deep run in the NBA playoffs, and now a franchise-first NBA championship, everyone in Canada is talking basketball. And as often happens when the “home” team finds success, kids everywhere want to start playing and emulating their heroes. Jr. NBA Basketball is now making it easier than ever to get the … Continued
Basketball united us for several weeks in May and June, leaving an indelible impact on people across the country. “We The North” was a rallying cry for every Canadian to celebrate an amazing sports story, an incredible story of teamwork, and an opportunity to showcase the diversity, not just of the Raptors, but of Canada. … Continued
Here’s how you can get your child the right introduction to basketball
Repetition of one activity to the exclusion of all others is rarely wise
Developing physical literacy optimizes both lifelong physical activity and athlete development
Kids play sports for the fun of it
The youngster has become an Internet sensation
Here’s a hint: it’s not single sport specialization
Diversification is more important during a child’s first decade
Children need an age-appropriate space to feel comfortable and have fun