How to be a good rebounder

Solomon Kairu

P4

Rebounding the ball is the process of catching the ball after bounces off the rim or backboard from a missed shot or layup. Due to the fact that rebounding revolves around who can grab the ball first, you rarely see short players in a basketball game trying to rebound. Generally it's the taller and bigger players such as the power forward and center that grab rebounds due to them being taller.

According to Clive Grafford, the author of the book "Basketball", says "Good rebound requires strength and determination. You can expect some contact when competing inside a crowded lane for the ball". (Grafford 34). What he's saying is that rebounding also requires determination and strength since they're many other players besides you trying to fight for the ball so you need the strength to fight for it. I applied this in my games because whenever my friend missed a lay up or a shot, I'd had to rebound for him. This knowledge has helped improve my overall skills. Anyway to do a proper rebound you have reach your arms out and cover your opponent. Then quickly jump and extend arms to grab the ball. Will you use this technique in your next game?