The Ultimate Shooter's Improvement Handbook [Spiral-bound]

Thomas Emma (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2004

This precise, well-written manual provides readers with a wealth of information geared toward improving individual basketball shooting ability. It begins with the basics (balance, footwork, ball release, shooting arc, etc.) and moves on the explain a variety of specialized and rarely taught shooting strategies and techniques (Part 2). Some of the information covered in Part 2 includes how to develop a "go to" shot, strategies for breaking out of shooting slumps, shot selection tips, suggestions for what to look for in a shooting instructor, and the proper approach to combining strength training and shooting practice.

The book is written by Former Duke University basketball team captain Thomas Emma.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Best basketball shooting resourse on the market today. I refer to it every day -- Chip Engelland, Denver Nuggets Shooting Coach, September, 2004

Great for young players. Gives basketball shooters all they need to take their shooting games to the next level. -- Tim Cluess, Head Men's Basketball Coach, St. Mary's High School-New York State Champions, October, 2004

About the Author

Thomas Emma is the president of power Performance, Inc, a company that specializes in basketball player development. He was a three-year starter on the Duke university basketball team, and his career .843 free throw percentage is among the highest in Duke history.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 58 pages
• Publisher: Power Performance, Inc. (August 1, 2004)
• ISBN-10: 0966481216
• ISBN-13: 978-0966481211
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.7 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,027,794 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, January 16, 2005

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Chuck Metzger "chuck" (NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ultimate Shooter's Improvement Handbook (Spiral-bound)

Excellent Book! It covers all the aspects an aspiring basketball player needs to improve his game as a shooter. Touching on the basic fundamentals of shooting, this book is a must for all looking to improve their game.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't Bother, March 11, 2011

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I'm in "Always Compete" (Syracuse, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Ultimate Shooter's Improvement Handbook (Spiral-bound)

This is essentially a pamphlet, 57 pages, wire bound. The cover claims it includes "Specialized and Rarely Taught Strategies for Taking Your Shooting Game to the Next Level." I didn't find any of those strategies. It contains common knowledge that can be found anywhere, for free.

It's priced at $15.95, yet the back cover indicates it was at one time sold for $10.00. It's not even worth that amount.

There are much better shooting resources available on Amazon, for lower prices. Try those first. You'll get more bang for your buck.

In summation, this pamphlet is the most disappointing purchase I have ever made on Amazon.com. Save your money!