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The bank shot is a dying craft, but it can still be lethal.

Players like Johnny Bench, Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez and Joe Mauer don’t come around too often.

Coaches so often talk about the importance of consistent effort through each part of the game.

Basketball is all about competition and trumping the opponent. It’s a constant battle of fighting for the rebound or the loose ball, scoring just enough points for the victory and out-hustling the competition.

It can be quite easy to get down on yourself without enough playing time.

Pitchers do a whole lot more than pitching just so they can keep doing their job.

It can be quite difficult for young athletes to understand the concept of teamwork when they are first learning the game of basketball.

Some of the greatest players in NBA history earned their reputation not just from their scoring, but from their passing abilities as well.

In the age of baseball analytics, stolen bases have largely gone out of style.

It can be easy for young basketball players to be tempted by the 3-point shot.