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Originally posted by ChuckElias
I've been asked to take about 15 minutes at the beginning of practice to talk to a 7th and 8th grade team. I think it's probably a good idea, but I don't really know what I should say that would be interesting or of use to them. Any suggestions?
Chuck
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Explain to them that fouls aren't a bad thing... that's why they give you five.
Talk about extending the arms to prevent a player from going around them.
...about how it's okay to talk to refs.
...about getting the ball to the ref when the whistle blows
...about matching undershirts
...about logos on wristbands
...about earings and new punctures
...about tying their shoes with square knots
...about Over-and-back and throw-ins.
...about the fouls of hands,holds and blocks
...about how refs see different things
...about stomping feet on free throws and sportsmanship
and
...about how you'll cover more at the next meeting.