high school basketball
February 9, 2017
N.J. coach suspended for allegedly housing six players
A New Jersey high school basketball coach is under investigation after state officials apparently discovered as many as six of his players living at his home. Paterson Eastside High School boys basketball coach Juan Griles has been suspended whi...
January 25, 2017
Prep hoops coach who confronted fan won’t return to team
A Pennsylvania high school basketball coach who confronted a fan during a game last week will not be allowed to return to the team. Strong Vincent High School girls basketball coach Paul Przepierski was already suspended after going into the stand...
January 19, 2017
Prep basketball coach suspended after altercation with spectator
A Pennsylvania high school basketball coach has been suspended after going into the stands during a game to confront a boisterous fan. Strong Vincent High School girls basketball coach Paul Przepierski, who teaches at a separate school, was lead...
October 20, 2016
NBA announces first youth basketball guidelines
The NBA and USA Basketball have teamed up to develop the first-ever youth basketball guidelines aimed at improving the way children, parents and coaches experience the game, with a specific emphasis on promoting player health and wellness. These g...
October 4, 2016
Washington increases field for state basketball tournament
Washington has elected to increase the field for its state basketball tournament from eight to 12 teams, beginning with the upcoming season. The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association's (WIAA) Executive Board made the decision last week...
September 20, 2016
Former SMU hoops coach Larry Brown considering high school job
Larry Brown, the only coach to win titles in both the NCAA and NBA, is considering taking his next job at a New York high school. [caption id="attachment_15685" align="alignright" width="280"] Photo: Kevin Hoffman[/caption] The Kansas City Star...
June 21, 2016
Kentucky prep basketball coach sued by former players
Two former Kentucky prep basketball players are suing their coach and the high school, alleging mistreatment and bullying while participating on the team. A lawsuit was filed against Muhlenberg County High School and girl's basketball coach Mike ...
June 14, 2016
Texas considers shot clock for high school basketball
Texas could be the next state to implement a shot clock in high school basketball, and the possible change has received a mixed reaction from coaches, athletic directors and athletes. [caption id="attachment_16058" align="alignright" width="238"] ...
Teach kids to pay attention to their bodies and their own thirst, and to “drink to thirst”—that is, drink enough water so that the thirst recedes. Rehydrate between sports events/practices.
The telltale signs of heat-related illness in student-athletes
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Each year, an estimated 240 people die from heat-related illnesses, an...