Women’s Basketball
The 50 Best Colleges for Athletes
Choosing the right college is tough for anyone, but the process often feels nearly impossible for student-athletes. In addition to typical considerations such as academics and campus life, athletes must [...]
The 50 Best Colleges for Male Athletes
STACK partnered with Niche.com to rank the 50 best colleges for male athletes. A high ranking indicates the school does well in NCAA tournaments, has enthusiastic fans and provides support [...]
Watch the U. S. Marines Train the UConn Women’s Basketball Team
Last week, University of Connecticut women's basketball junior point guard Moriah Jefferson woke up for 6 a.m. practice. It was not a typical pre-season practice. The Huskies were joined by [...]
Women’s Basketball Weight Training: Are Dumbbells or Barbells Better?
There are many pros and cons with training styles and programs, but there is a huge bias in the industry that needs to be addressed when it comes to...
Women’s Basketball Single-Leg Training Tips
Designing a women's basketball workout for on-court success Watch a basketball game closely. You'll notice something strange. It's primarily played on 1...
Shooting Drills from the University of New Mexico’s Women’s Basketball
Yvonne Sanchez, coach of the University of New Mexico women's basketball team, emphasizes proper footwork at all times. That's why she has her players perform shooting drills that require them [...]
Are We Doing Enough? Tips to Reduce Women’s Basketball Injuries
As coaches, we push our athletes to always give their best effort. We're trained to demand 110 percent of them. And most of us are quick to say we place [...]
Creating Power and Balance in Women’s Basketball
As the old saying goes, "basketball is basketball." True, but there are some differences in teaching the game between men and women. The main difference is due to body structure, [...]
Train for Success With Skyline High School's Girls Varsity Basketball Weightlifting Program
Unless it's a perennial powerhouse, high school women's basketball teams often overlook strength training. This is a huge mistake, because having a strategic weightlifting program that conditions muscles most used [...]
Women's Basketball Free Throw Drills
Free throws obviously have a big impact on the game's final score. Making them can seal the deal. Missing them can allow an opponent to creep back, especially late in [...]