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Basketball Equipment and Essentials

  • June 21, 2017
  • Arjun Thomas
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BASKETBALL EQUIPMENT | Everyone picks up a sport initially to have fun. But after a few months, most people develop a passion for the game, and that’s when they invest time and effort into improving their skills at that particular game.

And to play a sport professionally or effectively, you need the right equipment.

In the case of basketball, here are a few essentials that every serious basketball player must possess.

1) Basketball Sneakers are perhaps the most important basketball equipment

The importance of wearing basketball sneakers during a game cannot be stressed enough. Ankle strains, sprains, and other leg injuries are quite common in basketball. And to avoid injury, you need to ensure that your feet are adequately protected.

air Jordan shoes considered one of the best basketball equipment

It’s best to choose shoes with a close fit, good ankle support, and nonskid treads. Avoid playing in running shoes, as most of these shoes don’t have an ankle support, and wearing them during a game can result in a serious injury.

2) Mouth Guard is yet another piece of basketball equipment that can prove vital!

mouth guard

No matter what level you play at, it’s best to get yourself a mouthguard to protect your lips, cheeks, teeth, and tongue from injury during a game. Basketball is a high-contact sport, and it’s easy to get injured during a game. The mouth is one area of the body that isn’t too well-guarded. This is why you require a mouthguard to protect yourself. Even if you can’t get a custom-fitted one, a regular guard should do.

3) Athletic Shorts

When playing basketball, be sure to wear a loose-fitting, comfortable pair of shorts to give your body the freedom and range of motion it needs to execute movements smoothly.

athletic shorts is another basketball equipment

During a game, you cannot afford to feel restricted, and a pair of athletic shorts is sure to give you the freedom that you need to play to your fullest potential.

4) Knee and Elbow Pads

Knee pads are essential for a game as players are prone to falling hard on the floor, and if your knees aren’t protected properly, they could get seriously injured.

knee and elbow pads

Elbow pads are worn to protect other players from getting bruised or injured in the midst of a basketball game. Most players, whether consciously or not, tend to shove with their elbows when in close contact with an opponent.

By wearing elbow pads you limit the chances of causing injury to your opponent.

5) Protective Goggles

Facial injuries are a common occurrence in the world of basketball, and if you’re a player who wears glasses, consider getting yourself glass guards. These will protect your glasses and keep them from coming into contact with a player during a game.

goggles an essential basketball equipment

You can also get yourself a pair of protective goggles to guard your eyes against injury and to ensure that they aren’t poked by an opponent during the game.

Be Safe!

We’re all aware that you can play basketball without a mouth guard, knee pads, and goggles. But it’s important to stay safe during a game if you wish to continue playing well into the future. And one way to do that would be to get yourself the necessary basketball equipment required.

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I'm a full time bboy and content writer. I love travelling and I'm dedicated to a vegan lifestyle.

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