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Boone wrote at 2008-02-13 23:26:19
I had the exact same problem what i did was calf raises take a bench bar and put weight at each end put your feet together and raise your feet to the balls of your feet. after them turn your feet outwards and repeat when done of that turn them inward and repeat. you will notice a difference

x=factor wrote at 2008-08-11 22:22:16
yea you are right because i am 19 and i just started dunking not to make you feel bad but i am only 5'10

Jerry McCoy wrote at 2010-03-23 18:11:46
Hi im Jerry

Im 17 and 5'9. I can grab rim but cant dunk. How high does my vertical have to be for me to dunk/

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Michael Muro

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I can answer questions concerning personal and team development which includes basketball fundamentals, drills, plays, conditioning and team strategy. The personal development includes proper shooting techniques and free throws, passing, boxing out, conditioning, and of course defense. Team development includes all the fundamentals; in addition, I can help with a practice plan tailored to the style of basketball you want to teach and play.

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Ten years as a college coach. Six as an assistant and four as head coach.

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Coach of the year in California and two time conference coach of the year.

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