What position can i play, Hi I plan to try out for my school basketball team.?

Question

I can't crossover, but I can handle the ball, i'm 5,9, very lean(slim) wha positon in basketball can i play?

Answer 1

you sound like a SG

maybe just bulk up a bit

Answer 2

At your height the best position is Point Guard.  Pratice being a good ball handler and passer and be able to hit open shots.  You could also play other positions but if you face any height then you will have a hard time shooting over them. You can try running around them. In high school you shouldn't have to worry about height much but if you go into college you will.  Looking at college and NBA most Shooting Guards are going to be at least 6 foot 2 or 4.  In the NBA there are several Shooting Guards that are 6 foot 7 or 8.

Answer 3

I played both guards and small forward position in high school and I was 5'9 lean.  If your team has a good dribbler, then play shooting guard.  If you are athletic then you can play small forward.  Small forward is the position I liked to play because of my speed plus, I did not want the task of starting the offensive.  You will probably end up playing 1,2 and 3 throughout the season.  Good luck and have fun because it goes by fast.

Answer 4

Your height is suited for PG, but then you said you couldn't cross over...

Maybe you should practice on your ball handling and PG skills, watch as much college bball as you can (Derrick Rose).

Answer 5

If you are a short person like me you should try out for ether point gaurd or shooting gaurd. But if you are a big tall guy i think you shoud go for PF or even C

Answer 6

SG if u can shoot it is a perfect position for u. Also the coaches will help u with ur handles trust me. If you get taller and fatter then i would say sf but sg is a good position for u. Make sure u can shoot and if ur not great at it leave rite now to practice at it cause thats the only way you will make it