Thursday, November 28, 2013
Sunday, May 19, 2013
North Central U-14 Team Goes 3 and 1 at the Provincial Jamboree in Langley
It was a successful weekend for the U-15 boys this past weekend in the Langley Events Centre. Both Jonathan Mueller and Austin Weg ( vanderhoof products) had a successful weekend, both boys said the competion was fierce but very rewarding. Both boys are coming away with a positive experience, that will help them develop their games further. Congratulations to both boys for a job well done.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Interesting Article on Talent and Hard work.
Hey guys check this article out. For those of you who feel that you can get by on your athleticism....Think again :) Enjoy the article.
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/fortune/fortune_archive/2006/10/30/8391794/index.htm
The best people in any field are those who devote the most hours to what the researchers call "deliberate practice." It's activity that's explicitly intended to improve performance, that reaches for objectives just beyond one's level of competence, provides feedback on results and involves high levels of repetition.
For example: Simply hitting a bucket of balls is not deliberate practice, which is why most golfers don't get better. Hitting an eight-iron 300 times with a goal of leaving the ball within 20 feet of the pin 80 percent of the time, continually observing results and making appropriate adjustments, and doing that for hours every day - that's deliberate practice.
Consistency is crucial. As Ericsson notes, "Elite performers in many diverse domains have been found to practice, on the average, roughly the same amount every day, including weekends."
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/fortune/fortune_archive/2006/10/30/8391794/index.htm
I love this part of the article.....its the part that so many young players don't understand......pay close attention to the term "deliberate practice" how does this relate to the way you practice? Think about that term and ask yourself, how you can apply it to your practice habits?
Practice makes perfect
The best people in any field are those who devote the most hours to what the researchers call "deliberate practice." It's activity that's explicitly intended to improve performance, that reaches for objectives just beyond one's level of competence, provides feedback on results and involves high levels of repetition.
For example: Simply hitting a bucket of balls is not deliberate practice, which is why most golfers don't get better. Hitting an eight-iron 300 times with a goal of leaving the ball within 20 feet of the pin 80 percent of the time, continually observing results and making appropriate adjustments, and doing that for hours every day - that's deliberate practice.
Consistency is crucial. As Ericsson notes, "Elite performers in many diverse domains have been found to practice, on the average, roughly the same amount every day, including weekends."
Monday, May 6, 2013
Talon Milne a Shining Example of True Commitment and Dedication through Adversity.
Hi Guys if you are feeling discouraged, tired, and wondering if you have what it takes to be a great basketball player check out this story about former Viking alumni Talon Milne. Talon Graduated from NVSS 2009 he was a two time BC team member, 1 time zone MVP and a two time zone allstar. He also lead his Viking team to a Zone Championship and to a fourth place finish in the Provincials where he was awarded a first team Provincial allstar. Upon graduation He signed with Simon Fraser University where he played two seasons before he tore his ACL in back to back seasons. For alot of players a torn ACL is the end of thier playing career, but not for Talon, through hard work and rehabilitation Talon is back playing the game he loves for Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops.Trully an inspiring storey about one of our very own.
T.R.U MEN’S BASKETBALL:
The Thompson Rivers University WolfPack men’s basketball will be a very experienced crew when it hits the floor for Canada West play in 2013-14.
Head coach Scott Clark has signed his fourth ‘veteran’ player for the upcoming season. He and the WolfPack are pleased to announce that 6’8” forward Tallon Milne (Vanderhoof, BC-Nechako Valley Secondary) has committed to the program.
Milne will graduate from Simon Fraser University later this spring with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Kinesiology with a concentration in active health and rehabilitation. He played three seasons with the Clan (2008-12) and was recruited to Simon Fraser when Clark was coach there.
“TRU is a great option for me to supplement my degree if I move onto a graduate program and the team has the potential to be very good next year,” he says. “I want to be a part of it.”
Milne tore his ACL in January, 2011 and had surgery. He tried to play in September 2011 but tore it again and red shirted in 2011-12. He sat out this past season.
“Tallon wants to be a physiotherapist,” said Clark. “ While he is fulfilling his academic requirement s for that, he will be able to play and fulfill both his academic and athletic needs. We are eager to have him join us.”
Clark describes Milne as a physical rebounder who is very tough.
“He brings a lot to our program,” says the WolfPack coach. “He has played at a high level. He has played for me and knows what I am about. It is great that he is an older guy who can provide some leadership. It is great for us and what he can provide on the court in terms of effort and energy is something that will help us.”
Is the coach worried about Milne’s knee? “Not at all. He has been given medical clearance and has been able to play since December. I am not concerned. Since his last knee surgery, he will have had 13 months to recuperate.”
“I know exactly what to expect from coach Clark,” states Milne, who played for Team BC twice in high school (2005 and 2007 with the U-15 and U-17 provincial team). “My respect for him has only grown as I have gotten to know him over the last few years as more than just a coach.”
At TRU, he will be re united with former teammates Chas Kok (Lynden,WA) and Kevin Pribilsky (Victoria, BC)—both of whom will be assistant coaches in 2013-14. “ I look forward to reuniting with Kev and Chas. Hopefully, they won’t take retirement too seriously so they can still make it onto the practice court every now and then,” he laughs.
Being from a smaller center, Milne knows what is expected of athletes in a city the size of Kamloops. “ I’m not worried about being a role model in the community. I have experience in being a successful one coming from a small town where everyone knows your name. I’ve also represented SFU for five years in the CIS and NCAA (Division II) where
I’ve had experience with many different media outlets. I know what I ‘m getting into and I know I can represent Thompson Rivers University well.”
Tallon becomes the fourth recruit signed by TRU for 2013-14 joining Justin King (Las Vegas, NV), Josh Wolfram (Kamloops, BC) and Reese Pribilsky (Victoria, BC).
T.R.U MEN’S BASKETBALL:
The Thompson Rivers University WolfPack men’s basketball will be a very experienced crew when it hits the floor for Canada West play in 2013-14.
Head coach Scott Clark has signed his fourth ‘veteran’ player for the upcoming season. He and the WolfPack are pleased to announce that 6’8” forward Tallon Milne (Vanderhoof, BC-Nechako Valley Secondary) has committed to the program.
Milne will graduate from Simon Fraser University later this spring with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Kinesiology with a concentration in active health and rehabilitation. He played three seasons with the Clan (2008-12) and was recruited to Simon Fraser when Clark was coach there.
“TRU is a great option for me to supplement my degree if I move onto a graduate program and the team has the potential to be very good next year,” he says. “I want to be a part of it.”
Milne tore his ACL in January, 2011 and had surgery. He tried to play in September 2011 but tore it again and red shirted in 2011-12. He sat out this past season.
“Tallon wants to be a physiotherapist,” said Clark. “ While he is fulfilling his academic requirement s for that, he will be able to play and fulfill both his academic and athletic needs. We are eager to have him join us.”
Clark describes Milne as a physical rebounder who is very tough.
“He brings a lot to our program,” says the WolfPack coach. “He has played at a high level. He has played for me and knows what I am about. It is great that he is an older guy who can provide some leadership. It is great for us and what he can provide on the court in terms of effort and energy is something that will help us.”
Is the coach worried about Milne’s knee? “Not at all. He has been given medical clearance and has been able to play since December. I am not concerned. Since his last knee surgery, he will have had 13 months to recuperate.”
“I know exactly what to expect from coach Clark,” states Milne, who played for Team BC twice in high school (2005 and 2007 with the U-15 and U-17 provincial team). “My respect for him has only grown as I have gotten to know him over the last few years as more than just a coach.”
At TRU, he will be re united with former teammates Chas Kok (Lynden,WA) and Kevin Pribilsky (Victoria, BC)—both of whom will be assistant coaches in 2013-14. “ I look forward to reuniting with Kev and Chas. Hopefully, they won’t take retirement too seriously so they can still make it onto the practice court every now and then,” he laughs.
Being from a smaller center, Milne knows what is expected of athletes in a city the size of Kamloops. “ I’m not worried about being a role model in the community. I have experience in being a successful one coming from a small town where everyone knows your name. I’ve also represented SFU for five years in the CIS and NCAA (Division II) where
I’ve had experience with many different media outlets. I know what I ‘m getting into and I know I can represent Thompson Rivers University well.”
Tallon becomes the fourth recruit signed by TRU for 2013-14 joining Justin King (Las Vegas, NV), Josh Wolfram (Kamloops, BC) and Reese Pribilsky (Victoria, BC).
Saturday, May 4, 2013
North Central Regional Team Rocks Okanagon North in Opening Game
The North Central Regional Team got off to a great start by defeating Okanagon North by 30 points at the TRU invitational. Jonathan Mueller scored 7 points and added 10 assists while Austin Weg scored 10 points 10 rebounds and 3 blocked shots.
In game two The North Central Regional Team defeated Valleyview Club team by 40 points. Jonathan Mueller had 10 points and 6 assists while Austin Weg with his dominating interior game scored 15 points and 10 rebounds.
Game three featured a match up between regional teams as the North Central team took on Kamloops North. This game turned into a romp as North Cental Rolled the Okanagon team by 60 points. Once again Jonathan Mueller and Austen Weg played solid contributing roles that saw the North Central team fast break their way to victory and a first place victory in the tournament.
As an added bonus tournament organizers, aranged a bonus game againste a U-17 team. The North Central team met a very physical team that did not back down. It was a good challenge for the boys that eventually saw them fall by ascore of 56-54. over all it was a fantastic weekend for the boys.
The North Centals next action will be on the May long weekend when they travel to Langley for the Provincial Jamboree.
In game two The North Central Regional Team defeated Valleyview Club team by 40 points. Jonathan Mueller had 10 points and 6 assists while Austin Weg with his dominating interior game scored 15 points and 10 rebounds.
Game three featured a match up between regional teams as the North Central team took on Kamloops North. This game turned into a romp as North Cental Rolled the Okanagon team by 60 points. Once again Jonathan Mueller and Austen Weg played solid contributing roles that saw the North Central team fast break their way to victory and a first place victory in the tournament.
As an added bonus tournament organizers, aranged a bonus game againste a U-17 team. The North Central team met a very physical team that did not back down. It was a good challenge for the boys that eventually saw them fall by ascore of 56-54. over all it was a fantastic weekend for the boys.
The North Centals next action will be on the May long weekend when they travel to Langley for the Provincial Jamboree.
Vikes Club Team See a Whole New Level of Competition
The Nechako Lakes Club team got off to a solid start this weekend as they downed the Kootenays North Club team by a score of 36-27. Braedon Bray got off to a hot start from the three point line hitting his first 3 attempts, Caleb Wale controlled the glass, with second half opportunities. The boys iced the game in the last two minutes with Dakota Clapperton and Jason chew scoring their last 8 points with some good penetration to the basket, and some wide open jump shots. Well done boys!
The rest of the tournament wasn't as easy as they faced some highly skilled club teams 1-2 yrs older. The boys worked hard but, experience, and conditioning were contributing factors to their losses. It is really important to play better teams if you are going to adjust to that next level of play. The boys learned that the game can be played at an entirley different level, everybody is faster, stronger, bigger and more experienced. this was a good experience for the boys and the off season is where you make improvements and that jump to the next level. Well done boys!
The rest of the tournament wasn't as easy as they faced some highly skilled club teams 1-2 yrs older. The boys worked hard but, experience, and conditioning were contributing factors to their losses. It is really important to play better teams if you are going to adjust to that next level of play. The boys learned that the game can be played at an entirley different level, everybody is faster, stronger, bigger and more experienced. this was a good experience for the boys and the off season is where you make improvements and that jump to the next level. Well done boys!
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Off Season Work Outs Are a Big Success "NO Guts No Glory"
Picture this, its 6:45 am and a commited group of young men are waking up to an anoying buzzer. throwing on their b-ball gear and making their way to the NVSS gym for yet another grueling morning workout. There is nothing glamorous about it, no glory, no fans, no announcers, no awards, none of that is present. All you have is your ball, the rim, your team and your work ethic. Relentlessly you power through drills that are designed to to improve your quickness, your stamina, your jumping, your shooting, your passing and your ball handling. An hour and a half out of your day that is an investment into your future of being a great basketball player. An investment that will give glory on game day!
Come and Join The Morning Work Out Club every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. For an intense skill development session that is guaranteed to improve your game. There may be aditional sessions in the PM as spring sports teams move out to the fields for those that cant make mornings. If you cant make either come and see coach Mueller and he will teach you a personal program that you can do at home.
I have posted IF YOU WANT TO BE A GREAT PLYER list that was on the blog earlier, but I have highlighted some of the points that are relevant to individual achievemnt that will guarantee you success if you can buy into it. Lets prepare for a great off season for a sucessful season.
1. Great players... go after every rebound on both ends of the floor - they are crafty and aggressive.
2. Great players... run the floor as fast as possible on fast breaks AND defensive transition.
3. Great players... are defensive stoppers - they stop their man as well as help teammates. They do the things offensive players HATE!
4. Great players... contest all shots. They don't go for ball fakes or shot fakes. They deflect passes, bump cutters, and take charges.
5. Great players... don't gamble on offensive or defensive. They aim to make the RIGHT play; not the HIGHLIGHT play.
6. Great players... are strong with the ball. They rip through hard on offense, 'chin' all rebounds, and don't expose the ball when dribbling.
7. Great players... play under control and play at different speeds. They know that playing slow can be VERY effective.
8. Great players... practice just as hard as they play in games. They don't have an 'on and off switch' - they are ALWAYS on!
9. Great players... allow themselves to be coached. They make eye contact, listen, and welcome coaching. They crave getting better.
10. Great players... are great teammates. They are supportive, high energy, and make their enthusiasm contagious.
11. Great players... 'Play Present.' They focus on the process, not the outcome. They focus on what they can control. They don't get distracted.
12. Great players… take advantage of every opportunity to get better. Every workout, every practice, and every game is a chance to improve!
13. Great players… are mentally and physically tough. They are comfortable being uncomfortable.
14. Great players… can pivot both ways off of either foot and can dribble, pass, and finish around the basket with either hand. They don’t have a ‘weak’ hand.
15. Great players… love and respect the game of basketball. They don’t play for money or fame; they play for love.
16. Great players… are unselfish passers. They hit open teammates. They know the goal is to get THE best shot; not THEIR best shot.
17. Great players… don’t commit stupid fouls. They know their greatness is eliminated if they are on the bench in foul trouble.
18. Great players… are students of the game. They watch film. They study opponents. They study themselves.
19. Great players… value every possession. They aren’t careless with ball. They make smart passes and take high percentage shots.
20. Great players… don’t wait for the workout or practice or game to start… they prepare for it! They prepare mentally and physically.
21. Great players… are super competitive. They hate losing more than they enjoy winning. They compete in everything they do!
22. Great players… always know the time and score. They know how many time-outs they have as well as who is in foul trouble on both teams.
23. Great players… log the game in the mind. At any point in time, they can tell you exactly what happened, on both ends of the floor, the last 3 possessions.
24. Great players… are assertive with the ball, welcome contact when driving to the cup, and get to the free throw line.
25. Great players… immediately think ‘Next Play.’ They don’t dwell on mistakes (missed shot or TO)… they make up for it on the other end.
26. Great players… make plays, not excuses. They don’t care if the refs suck, if the floor is slippery, or if they have a cold. They get it done.
27. Great players… are the first ones in the gym… and the last ones to leave EVERY day.
28. Great players… don’t worry about getting exposure. They focus more on never getting exposed!
29. Great players… elevate their teammates to become great players too!
30. Great players… know that their legacy will be judged on their ability to win championships.
31. Great players… would rather play ball than anything else. They truly love to play.
32. Great players… are well rounded and have a complete game. They can ‘hurt’ you in a variety of ways.
33. Great players… are top-notch communicators. They talk with a presence on both ends of the floor.
34. Great players… want the ball in their hands when the game is on the line because they know they have put in the work to DESERVE success.
35. Great players… train with a purpose. Their workouts are focused, intense, and progressive. Nothing they do on the court is casual.
36. Great players… give back to their program and are humble and grateful for what basketball has done for them.
37. Great players… are responsible for tone and effort of the entire team… every workout, practice, and game.
38. Great players… are always thinking two plays ahead.
39. Great players… hold themselves, their teammates, and their coaches accountable. They believe in collective responsibility.
40. Great players… play in straight lines and sharp angles. They make hard basket cuts and set solid screens.
41. Great players… love playing and competing against other great players.
42. Great players… know that no detail is too small and that the smallest of details can make them even better.
43. Great players…have high values. They value their teammates, winning, and self-improvement.
44. Great players… are never content and never complacent.
45. Great players… never make excuses and never miss workouts. They will workout anytime, anyplace (even in their home
Come and Join The Morning Work Out Club every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. For an intense skill development session that is guaranteed to improve your game. There may be aditional sessions in the PM as spring sports teams move out to the fields for those that cant make mornings. If you cant make either come and see coach Mueller and he will teach you a personal program that you can do at home.
I have posted IF YOU WANT TO BE A GREAT PLYER list that was on the blog earlier, but I have highlighted some of the points that are relevant to individual achievemnt that will guarantee you success if you can buy into it. Lets prepare for a great off season for a sucessful season.
If you want to be a great player, do as many of these things as possible,
every time you take the court:
1. Great players... go after every rebound on both ends of the floor - they are crafty and aggressive.
2. Great players... run the floor as fast as possible on fast breaks AND defensive transition.
3. Great players... are defensive stoppers - they stop their man as well as help teammates. They do the things offensive players HATE!
4. Great players... contest all shots. They don't go for ball fakes or shot fakes. They deflect passes, bump cutters, and take charges.
5. Great players... don't gamble on offensive or defensive. They aim to make the RIGHT play; not the HIGHLIGHT play.
6. Great players... are strong with the ball. They rip through hard on offense, 'chin' all rebounds, and don't expose the ball when dribbling.
7. Great players... play under control and play at different speeds. They know that playing slow can be VERY effective.
8. Great players... practice just as hard as they play in games. They don't have an 'on and off switch' - they are ALWAYS on!
9. Great players... allow themselves to be coached. They make eye contact, listen, and welcome coaching. They crave getting better.
10. Great players... are great teammates. They are supportive, high energy, and make their enthusiasm contagious.
11. Great players... 'Play Present.' They focus on the process, not the outcome. They focus on what they can control. They don't get distracted.
12. Great players… take advantage of every opportunity to get better. Every workout, every practice, and every game is a chance to improve!
13. Great players… are mentally and physically tough. They are comfortable being uncomfortable.
14. Great players… can pivot both ways off of either foot and can dribble, pass, and finish around the basket with either hand. They don’t have a ‘weak’ hand.
15. Great players… love and respect the game of basketball. They don’t play for money or fame; they play for love.
16. Great players… are unselfish passers. They hit open teammates. They know the goal is to get THE best shot; not THEIR best shot.
17. Great players… don’t commit stupid fouls. They know their greatness is eliminated if they are on the bench in foul trouble.
18. Great players… are students of the game. They watch film. They study opponents. They study themselves.
19. Great players… value every possession. They aren’t careless with ball. They make smart passes and take high percentage shots.
20. Great players… don’t wait for the workout or practice or game to start… they prepare for it! They prepare mentally and physically.
21. Great players… are super competitive. They hate losing more than they enjoy winning. They compete in everything they do!
22. Great players… always know the time and score. They know how many time-outs they have as well as who is in foul trouble on both teams.
23. Great players… log the game in the mind. At any point in time, they can tell you exactly what happened, on both ends of the floor, the last 3 possessions.
24. Great players… are assertive with the ball, welcome contact when driving to the cup, and get to the free throw line.
25. Great players… immediately think ‘Next Play.’ They don’t dwell on mistakes (missed shot or TO)… they make up for it on the other end.
26. Great players… make plays, not excuses. They don’t care if the refs suck, if the floor is slippery, or if they have a cold. They get it done.
27. Great players… are the first ones in the gym… and the last ones to leave EVERY day.
28. Great players… don’t worry about getting exposure. They focus more on never getting exposed!
29. Great players… elevate their teammates to become great players too!
30. Great players… know that their legacy will be judged on their ability to win championships.
31. Great players… would rather play ball than anything else. They truly love to play.
32. Great players… are well rounded and have a complete game. They can ‘hurt’ you in a variety of ways.
33. Great players… are top-notch communicators. They talk with a presence on both ends of the floor.
34. Great players… want the ball in their hands when the game is on the line because they know they have put in the work to DESERVE success.
35. Great players… train with a purpose. Their workouts are focused, intense, and progressive. Nothing they do on the court is casual.
36. Great players… give back to their program and are humble and grateful for what basketball has done for them.
37. Great players… are responsible for tone and effort of the entire team… every workout, practice, and game.
38. Great players… are always thinking two plays ahead.
39. Great players… hold themselves, their teammates, and their coaches accountable. They believe in collective responsibility.
40. Great players… play in straight lines and sharp angles. They make hard basket cuts and set solid screens.
41. Great players… love playing and competing against other great players.
42. Great players… know that no detail is too small and that the smallest of details can make them even better.
43. Great players…have high values. They value their teammates, winning, and self-improvement.
44. Great players… are never content and never complacent.
45. Great players… never make excuses and never miss workouts. They will workout anytime, anyplace (even in their home
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