Basketball question. Easy 20 points ?

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Hi, I am offering 20 points to anyone who can answer this question for me. You might be wondering. How is it possible to give 20 points?

Well, If you answer I will for one choose you best answer and then I will put up a sample question. And the title will be "Sample Question" As soon as you answer I will mark you best answer again and boom! 20 points lol Really. Well okay here we go. My daughter is 15 Years old and she is in 10th grade this year (08') she has loved basketball ever since she was 4 and still loves it. She wants to be a WNBA Player, she is 5"1 right now and I am not sure if she will grow anymore than that. But she is a really good player ever since she was 7 and really wants to be in a Team so she will play 11th grade for her school. But I have a couple questions.

1. is it okay that she is only 5"1?

2. How does she get the colleges to notice her and give her a scholarship?

3. is it bad that she will start playing on a team in 11th grade?

4. does she have a chance playing for the WNBA?

5. How long will it take and how does it work?

6. does she NEED a scholarship from a college to play college basketball?

7. is it possible that while she is a basketball player she can go to college to be a veterinarien too?

8. by 12th grade do you think she will get a scholarship?

9. After college basketball, Does she become a WNBA player?

10. She is used to street basketball...Will that effect her when she plays on a team? Like will it be hard to abide by the rules?

*I am worried that the kids may laugh at her because she doesn't understand any rules.

Also, she is very active, skinny, in shape, and she works out. She plays A LOT of basketball.

Please help me!! 10 questions = 20 points.

Answer 1

1.well the tallest you are the better she is,but she can be a good ball-handler at this height.2.she should first play for her school,get some major playing time and finally get as far as possible in competition with her school.3.if she started earlier it would be better,because she would have more experience but there's no age to start playing really.

4.let's first think about getting to a good 1st division ncaa school and then try to get to wnba.it depends on how hard she tries and work.

5.as i said she should try to get into a good school first.

6.well, if she plays for a college,she will get for sure a scolarship.

7.off course,while playing basket-ball,she will study;so she can learn whatever she wants.but it will be hard to be a doctor.between school work and practices.(very hard)

8.depends on how well she plays.good game=more playing time=scouts watching=scolarship

9.also depends on her career in college and how she impress the wnba  scouts.

10.not really she has to get use to the rules and the basics of fundamentals in basket-ball(passing,shooting,defense,reb... and she should be ok.  

Answer 2

I'll be happy to help.

1. Doesn't really matter, although she DOES need skills such as agility, speed, strength and etc. She can always play Point Guard too.

2. If she makes a good college, during games, people called 'scouts' from official WNBA teams will come and see whos good and whos not. She just has to work hard now and practice so that she would stand out in a game.

3. She can start anytime before college.

4. Definitely, some players go down to 5". She may even continue growing.

5. 18 is the minimum age for joining WNBA, retirement is at 35+ so if she doesn't make it at 18 it is okay. Average is around 23.

6. Yes, unless scouts come to her school. Although some players skip college and go straight to WNBA for tryouts.

7. No, she'll have to choose,college or WNBA.

8. If she practices, she will always have a chance.

9. She does if she makes the tryouts.

10. Streetball = Great! She will just learn not to use tricks that involve carrying, travelling, physical contact and hiding the ball/putting in clothing.

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I am a point guard as well and can teach her rules of the game, tactics for her position and etc.

Answer 3

Hi Bae,

1)  5 foot 1 is probably a little bit under-sized, but there are always exceptions to the rule and hopefully she'll still be growing.

2)  Scouting is very advanced these days.  You may want to talk to her coach.  i know sometimes coaches from college will come and watch practices and games.  If she plays on Varsity- she has a chance to get noticed.

3)  Starting in 11th grade may be a little bit later- and she'll have to learn the offense and the team concepts quickly.  But she shouldn't let that discourage her.  If she can play- she'll get  chance to show her abilities.

4)  You have to think of it as a step-by-step process:  High School Team, College team, and then possibly WNBA.  I think in the course of the process you'll realize how realistic the possibility is.  The exciting part is that the women's game is getting more and more attention and i think that will help recruiting and girls get excited and having dreams about playing in the WNBA.

5)  Right now the thing to focus on is getting her on her high school team and helping her play well enough to get signifigant playing time.  If she's good she'll get noticed.  

6)  You don't need a scholarship to play on a college team- but it really helps.  Players are allowed to walk-on to a team- but usually walk-ons are there to fill in the non-Scholarship spots (ie:  there may be 12 spots on a team and a school has 10 scholarships so 2  walk-on may make the team).  But it's always better both financially and opportunity to play wise to get a scholarship.

7)  Definitely!  i think it's good for her to have dreams outside of just playing basketball.  It's busy to balance both school and basketball but hopefully she can handle it- and i think as time goes on- she'll realize which career path is the right one for her.

8)  You don't need a scholarship to play for High School but if schools are trying to recruit her than in the process they may offer her a scholarship- it just comes down to how good she is.

9)  Well the WNBA has an annual draft- and the bulk of those players come from College Basketball- so she can get drafted by the WNBA if she's that good.

10)  Street ball is different from organized basketball.  Although i must admit that i've never seen too many woman street ballers- so i think you should encourage her to be humble, learn from her coaches, attend any basketball camps, train during the off-season, and if she's got talent like you've described that'll show and the other parts of her game- the coaches will help her with.

Hope that helps. Kindly,

Nickster

Answer 4

1.) 5'1" is just fine. Watch the olympics and you will see plenty of smaller girls. Particularly Australia, if you can watch them play, have two 5'0" girls, Kirsty Harrower and Tully Bevelaqua who are fantastic and disciplined players.

2.) As far as college, have you spoken with any guidance counselors at her school about it? Why not contact some of the local colleges that you might be interested in and make enquiries?

3.) Being a late starter in organized ball will mean that she has some catching up to do to get up to speed with the way the game is played and how to operate in a team environment. She will need to put work into this. If you can, perhaps speak with the team coach about what she can do in this area.

4.) If she works hard, attracts the right attention. Maybe. It's a small league and very competetive, but if she pushes hard she can.

5.) I'm not sure how it works, not being a WNBA scout. Perhaps you should start networking. Finding contacts involved in the league. Is there a local team? Find out how you can get involved.

6.) You don't need a scholarship to play basketball at college. Most teams only have a limited number of scholarships that they can give away. This means that it is possible to make the team through tryouts as a "Walk On." Talk to the college programs you are interested in about how this process works.

7.) Absolutely she can study to be a vet, and be a basketballer. Some colleges really still do value the "Student Athlete"

8.) If she's good enough, maybe. Again, this will rely heavily on getting the attention of scouts. This is where the networking aspect is so important. It's not what you know, it's who you know.

9.) If she is drafted, this is possible. Or she can get an invite to a free agent camp.

10.) Street basketball is very much focused around "What I can do with the ball." While this is good for developing a good handle, and the ability to get to the basket, there are several problems. The me first attitude most street ballers have means that the only passes they make tend to be the ones leading to a score. Defense is usually an afterthought unless it's a spectacular steal or a block. Teamwork is reduced to the occaisonal screen being set. It will give her an edge on offense to come from the street, but there are many aspects she must master. She will need to really commit to what the coach teaches.

I hope that helps you. Again, i strongly urge that at this late stage you start networking as much as you can. Dont' be afraid to poke your nose in and find out as much as possible.

Might I recommend seeing the documentary "Hoop Dreams" it's a bit old now, but you might get something out of it.

Answer 5

1. it's ok. centers in the wnba are like 6"5

2.i don't know. i'm only 10

3.it's not bad

4.maybe. it depends

5.she has to be noticed and scouted. if couches like her, she might be drafted

6.it depends

7.probably not

8.if she proves good for the college

9.only a few can. if she can be good enough she might scouted

10.she might have to take time to adjust

*you could search online for a rulebook and print it out for her

Answer 6

1. is it okay that she is only 5"1?

Height matters in Basketball, but also remember that speed is also a factor, so if she has the speed and develop her skills, that should be good.

2. How does she get the colleges to notice her and give her a scholarship?

Well of course, she must first try out in the HS basketball team, do her best in every game, keep up with the training and try to develop her skills. During HS games, college teams send agents to watch so they could prospective players for their team.

3. is it bad that she will start playing on a team in 11th grade?

Any grade is okay, but she should keep on developing her skills, good is not enough, if she want to be in the WNBA she should keep that as motivation as she train and develop.

4. does she have a chance playing for the WNBA?

It's a long walk but if she focus herself there is always a chance. Einstein is a drop out in his primary school days but develop into one of the best scientist all time. So is she, with the right attitude and a very supportive mother...  

5. How long will it take and how does it work?

hmm didn't get your question here ..sorry..

6. does she NEED a scholarship from a college to play college basketball?

actually its the other way around, she plays in a college team, surely she will have a scholarship, but be reminded that it is also a requirements for the players to have a good academic grades to keep the scholarship and to keep on playing in the team.

7. is it possible that while she is a basketball player she can go to college to be a veterinarien too?

Yeah, it's possible some NBA players do that, its just a matter of her discipline and what she wants in her life.

8. by 12th grade do you think she will get a scholarship?

It will all depend on her.

9. After college basketball, Does she become a WNBA player?

If she's really good, she can apply for WNBA eligibility, if she's really good, teams will ask her to.

10. She is used to street basketball...Will that effect her when she plays on a team? Like will it be hard to abide by the rules?

Most NBA players starts in Street Basketball, there are some adjustments but the HS team and college team will change that attitude.

Hope your daughter makes to live her dream of playing in the WNBA.

Answer 7

1. When you play in the WNBA, 5'1 is not much of an effect, she should be a  good ball handler, it will compensate.

2. If she's a good point guard, taught her to dish 14 assists every game and 90% of the possession, she touches the ball and give signals to her teammates.

3.Even Michael Jordan was 5'9 when he was on 11th grade, in our modern world today, talent and work ethic is the quintessence of sports.

4. Of course.

5. 3-5 years is my prediction, if she plays well enough to be recognize.

6. Nope, you need to be noted a good player in sports.

7.  No, she must choose only one. Tell her, if her passion for basketball is higher than being a veterinarian. Also, don't force her to take up a course that she don't like, it will only result to "dawdle."

8. It depends in her performance in basketball, if she is the clamp of the team or if she is eminent in the school for being one of the best. Especially if her team is always winning.

9. She will if she follows this:

   -Work ethic

   -Good peripheral vision

   -Talent

   -Leadership

   -Good sports

10. Allen Iverson is 6'0 and he used to play street ball. First he had some really infamous issues regarding his attitude and disposition. I think if you practice you daughter about benevolence and camaraderie, she is good to go. The rules in WNBA will not be a hinder because her instinct will tell her that "being in the WNBA is her dream and she will bear it."

Answer 8

1) its fine, just means she will be a guard, with that height most likely point.

2)the best way is for her to stand out among the other players to the coaches, or if you have a certain college in mind start exchanging emails with the coach

3)it isn't necessarily bad, but not great either, she should start playing on a team as early as possible

4)her chances largely depend on her, her ability as a player, her drive, and her attitude

5) i do not understand the question, sorry

6)no, she does not need a scholarship to play college basketball

7)yes, that is very possible.

8)it is possible, although basketball is one of the harder sports to get a scholarship for

9)she can become a WNBA player, if she is wanted by a team and is drafted, im not entirely sure how the process works

10)once she learns the rules, then she'll be fine..street ball is more touchy than 'organized' ball, once she learns what she can and cant get away with she should be fine. i wouldn't worry about other kids laughing at her, because chances are shell be more aggressive than they and will get the ball more as a result(going after loose balls, stealing, blocking)

Answer 9

1. Height is never a problem. It just helps you decide what position you should play. Ben Wallace is 6'7 and he plays center. He's also one of the most successful centers there is right now. Magic Johnson was 6'9 and he became the best point guard in HISTORY! Spud Webb is only 5'5, but that didn't stop him from being the dunk contest champion twice in a row. Being short has its advantages. Smaller people like Chris Paul, Allen Iverson, and Muggsy Bouges are very good at stealing, which is why they score so many points. Don't focus her on rebounding unless she can jump like Shawn Kemp. Focus her on speed and stealing.

2. Getting into a college will be hard unless you know someone who is familiar with the coaches. I think there might be tryouts for certain colleges.

3. How is it bad? Playing a sport is good for her and the people around her. She gets to know the coaches, and they might even mention her to the coaches of some colleges(which answers #2)

4. Playing in the WNBA is going to be hard. If you're worried about her being too short, don't. She is a bit shorter than most WNBA players, but Lisa Leslie, the best player in the league, is 6'5 and plays center. That's pretty short. If she plays a point guard, that's good. If she plays a shooting guard, that's okay.

5. I would at least go to college. If Lebron stayed in college, he probably would have been the best player ever. Same thing with Kobe and Moses.

6. I don't think so. All you have to do is be good.

7. She could have her major as veterinarian, while playing basketball. It's good so that if she doesn't make the WNBA or retires, she has a job. It would be hard to focus on both.

8. That depends on what kind and of scholarship and whether she's good or not. She has to be special so colleges would want to pick her.

9. She can apply for WNBA and hope to be drafted.

10. Street ball has its advantages and disadvantages. Street ball makes her more aggressive, which is good in any sport. It also means she disregards some rules. That might be bad. You could practice with her and make sure she knows the rules. Backcourt, five seconds, eight seconds, three in the key, and five in the key are all she has to know.

Answer 10

1. Height isn't a factor. Muggsy Bogues who used to play was only 5"3 and he had a succesful career

2. To get noticed she will just have to stand out in games she plays in

3. Don't think it really matters

4. Depends on how skilled she is

5. There isn't a set timeline. Some people play pro after school and some play when they are in there mid 20's

6.She only needs to be enrolled in a college and make the team in try outs

7.. It doesn't matter what she studies at college

9. Once again if she is good enough

10. Street basketballers can find it very hard to adjust. Its not the same game

Answer 11

1) Absolutely its alright that she is that height, as long as she can play well shes fine.

2) During some basketball games scouts from colleges come and watch the game and observe the best players and if they are good enough they will give them a scholarship.

3) She should have started 9th grade but its not bad that she joined the team at least. better late then never  

4) Thats up to the WNBA, during college or even high school they can draft her.

5) It can take years she just has to commit to basketball and being the best, ifs shes amazing at basketball the coaches will talk with representatives with the WNBA.

6) No she doesnt need a scholarship to play basketball in college.

7) Of course, thats why you go to college to study what you want and join any clubs and teams while you do it.

8) I dont know, she has to talk to her coach and guidance consular, hopefully she will.

9) Not right away, its not like right when you leave college your automatically in the WNBA.

10) She will need to learn how to play as a team, thats also what they look for, they dont want someone who always plays like there alone.

i hope i helped.  

Answer 12

yor daughter is likely to be a wnba player if she is that good and if works hard she will make it  for the college to know her she has to have a high school basketball team piece of paper saying that she has talent and u want her to qualify for the college team

of course she will start off a 3rd string or something like that but she will make it to the starting 5