"It's incredible... just a kid from Slovenia just dreaming about playing in the NBA."
- Luka Dončić
Working on your game? You don't need much, but you gotta have the right ball to keep you motivated, and it better have some bounce to it.
We'll show you how to inflate a basketball, help you find the right size basketball for your needs, and we'll even throw in the most popular basketball sneakers to make you druel.
Don't have a hoop? We can help with that, too. Build your own DIY basketball hoop! We handle many projects, and we can help you get on the court.
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A Family-Style Approach to the Montessori Great Lessons
Free Montessori Great Lessons Series
Do you want assistance with planning your year? We've put together a FREE series on the Great Lessons for elementary and family-style learning that will take the overwhelm out of the beginning of your school year and keep you moving with ease all the way to spring.
Explore the Montessori Great Lessons, the introduction to the Cosmic Curriculum, traditionally given to Elementary students near the beginning of the school year. This free 5-part weekly email series will help you tell the story of how our universe began all the way to the origins of language and numbers.
Montessori's Five Great Lessons provide children with a contextual understanding of who they are, where they come from, and their unique purpose or cosmic task. Sounds like a big undertaking, right? Well, it doesn't have to be.
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Aspiring Pro Basketball Players
Luka Dončić worked hard in Slovenia, Madrid, and now in the U.S. to be an exceptional basketball player. He's no stranger to adversity. While always reluctant to offer advice, he has some words of wisdom to impart to anyone who dreams of being a professional basketball player:
I'm bad at advices guys. If that's fun, obviously you gotta work very hard to get here. It's not gonna be easy. A lot of people are gonna stay in your way, but if you really want this, you gotta enjoy it and you gotta focus really hard on it.
Get the right ball for your needs. Size 5 is recommended for ages 9 and under, size 6 for females 9+ and males 9-12, and size 7 for males age 12+.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You want a sneaker that looks good, feels great, and supports your feet. We also like to support our favorite basketball players, so we wear Luka's, Jordan's, and LeBron's sneakers. They're the dopest dope you'll never smoke.
Got a milk crate, some cardboard, or plywood? How about duct tape, a glue gun, or hardware? DIY basketball hoops can range from super basic to custom art. It can be a super simple over-the-door-hoop that you can scale up for an actual basketball, but for God's sake, don't dunk on it. It could also be a hoop made from a bike rim. You're only limited by your imagination!
Whether you're playing in the street, at the park, or for a league, it's always good to have community. If you're looking for youth basketball leagues, check out the YMCA, Jr. NBA, and the Boys & Girls Clubs for opportunities near you.
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These NBA players will tell you what time it is
Learn how to tell time with NBA players. Use the printable to determine the time for each player. Draw your answer on the blank clocks - Roman numeral clocks included. Answer clocks are provided so kids can check their own work.
How to Inflate a Basketball
Equipment
- pump - an affordable, easy-to use manual pump that offers an optional pressure guage
- ball inflation needle - most pumps come with at least 1 inflation needle, but you can also purchase them separately
- basketball - grab your ball that needs air, or pick out a ball that suits you. Check out the basketball size info above
Assemble the Pump
Pumps can vary. Some require no setup. For this particular pump, which is portable and convenient, you need to screw the handle on top to get started.
Insert the Inflation Needle
Insert the needle into the hole on the end of the inflation tube.
Lock it in Place
Secure the needle in place by lowering the lever.
Insert the Needle Tip Into the Basketball
Insert the needle into the basketball's air valve.
Inflate the Basketball
Place your foot on the pump stand. Pull the handle up and push it down to inject air into the basketball. Repeat.
Stop at the Desired PSI
Basketballs have the desired pressure (psi) written on them, but it usually wears off over time with frequent use. These say 7-9.
If your pump doesn't have a pressure gauge, you're going by feel. Pump several times and see how it's bouncing. Do you like the feel and the height the ball achieves when you bounce it? If not, try adding some more air until you get the desired bounce.
Disassemble the Pump
Pull the needle out of the basketball, raise the lever to release the needle from the pump, and disassemble the pump for storage. Time to play!
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How to Inflate a Basketball
Working on your game? Gotta have the right ball to keep you motivated, and it better have some bounce to it.
How to Inflate a Basketball
Working on your game? You don't need much, but you gotta have the right ball, and it better have some bounce to it. Learn how to inflate a basketball & find the right size basketball for your needs.
Materials
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Tools
- Pump
- Ball Inflation Needle
- Basketball
Instructions
- Assemble the Pump: Pumps can vary. Some require no setup. For this particular pump, which is portable and convenient, you need to screw the handle on top to get started.
- Insert the Inflation Needle: Insert the needle into the hole on the end of the inflation tube.
- Lock it in Place: Secure the needle in place by lowering the lever.
- Insert the Needle Tip Into the Basketball: Insert the needle into the basketball's air valve.
- Inflate the Basketball: Place your foot on the pump stand. Pull the handle up and push it down to inject air into the basketball. Repeat.
- Stop at the Desired PSI: Basketballs have the desired pressure (psi) written on them, but it usually wears off over time with frequent use. These say 7-9. If your pump doesn't have a pressure gauge, you're going by feel. Pump several times and see how it's bouncing. Do you like the feel and the height the ball achieves when you bounce it? If not, try adding some more air until you get the desired bounce.
- Disassemble the Pump: Pull the needle out of the basketball, raise the lever to release the needle from the pump, and disassemble the pump for storage. Time to play!
Notes
For the complete tutorial and links visit https://happyhomeschooladventures.com/inflate-a-basketball
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