My Basketball Life

End of the Season

2012-02-12T20:36:00.000-06:00

So the season is now over. Our last scheduled game was at Lamp. I scored 6 points! Then we had to play against Bullock County for a tournament game. We lost, but I scored 5 points in that game! I'm really proud of myself for this season. I've gotten sooooo much better and I'm confident in myself. But I hope that next year, our stats will look much better. I'll be going to the gym, and I'll be going to more camps this summer. Some, by myself, and some, with the team. Hopefully this will help me develop and help me get ready for next year. I'll keep you guys updated!!!

Update

2012-01-26T15:48:00.000-06:00

Sorry I haven't written in so long. I've just been really busy lately. But we still haven't won any games since the first one. Now, we only have 3 more games until playoffs, and one of the teammates quit. She was probably the best player we had. I don't think the rest of this season is looking to good now. So comment if you want to know anything else.

St. James Game

2011-12-29T17:52:00.000-06:00

We play St. James for the first time this year next Saturday. We almost beat them last year, so I know that we can beat them this year. Hopefully everyone can do their very best because if we do, then we will win for sure.

Brew Tech Game (2)

2011-12-29T17:49:00.000-06:00

Well, it's time to play Brew Tech again. I know we're not going to win, considering they beat us by over 40 points the last time we played them, but we will play our hardest and try not to get 20 turnovers in the first half. That's all I have to say. Wish us luck....

Not In the Christmas Tournament

2011-12-26T16:02:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas everyone! Sorry I didn't put that up yesterday, but I went out of town and I didn't have my computer. Since the Christmas tournament is Wednesday-Friday, then we're not in it. But I'm going to go see my cousin play, so that will be something to do. We have practice Tuesday-Thursday of this week from 12:00-2:00, so that might make my schedule a little bit tighter, but I'll work something out. I'll let you know who we play next in the next couple of days.

Bullock County Game Results (2)

2011-12-21T14:04:00.000-06:00

This is stupid. It doesn't matter what I do, they won't pass me the ball! The one time they passed me the ball, I scored. And they still don't believe in me enough to pass it to me. I don't know what it is, but they need to start worrying about what's best for the team. I don't care if they don't like me, but they are killing themselves. So did we win or not? I think you guys can figure that out.

Bad Day Yesterday...

2011-12-20T11:06:00.000-06:00

Well, yesterday was not a good day for me. I broke down at practice. Yesterday was our last chance to prove that we were good enough to start, and I gave it all up. I kept messing up and causing turnovers, and my teammates kept yelling at me for it. I wasn't catching passes and I wasn't making easy shots. After I didn't catch an easy pass, I cried like a baby. I ran off to the bathroom and my coach tried to talk to me, but I wouldn't let her. I wish that wouldn't have happened because now the teammates are going to think I'm immature and weird. All I can do is hope for the best, because today is a game day and I can't let my team down.

Bullock County Game (2)

2011-12-16T21:16:00.000-06:00

This is our second time playing Bullock County. I hope and pray that we can have the strength and confidence in order to win this game.

Not So Good

2011-12-11T18:27:00.001-06:00

We won the first game, and now we're on a losing streak. Our coaches are really mad at us. It's like every time I try my hardest, it's just not good enough. And now I'm really frustrated. As a team, we're going to have to start taking matters into our own hands because all our coaches do is run us. Yeah it's good, but it's not going to help us win games. They're saying that they worked on fundamentals with us, but it was only one practice. One practice isn't going to cut it. Instead of running through the motion of things. We're going to have to spend time working on basic things like passing, dribbling, shooting, and catching a pass. That's the only way our team is going to get better. At first I was just frustrated, but now I'm REALLY frustrated and REALLY mad, because the coaches are yelling at us but they're not doing anything to try to fix it. So it's time to step up and do things ourselves if we're going to get any better. It's game time.

Trinity Game Results

2011-12-08T21:14:00.001-06:00

I'm sick and tired of losing now. If we don't win the next one, I swear I'll go off. I even scored and we still didn't win. For goodness sake, we had a 5 point lead at the beginning, but somehow we lost by 6 points!!! We better win this next one, or the entire team is going to see a very ugly side of me.

LAMP Game Results

2011-12-08T21:13:00.001-06:00

Well we lost this one, too. I hope we don't start a really bad losing streak like last year. I thought that we were going to be way better this year, but it's not looking so good so far. I hope we can win more than we lose this season.

LAMP Game

2011-12-04T19:53:00.001-06:00

Our game tomorrow is against LAMP Magnet High School. I know that we can beat this team, so I'm hoping that we have some good results. After tomorrow, we play Trinity on Tuesday, Dallas County on Friday, and MA on Saturday. Wish us luck on our games!

Brew Tech Game Results

2011-12-02T22:04:00.001-06:00

We lost this one, too. Today was also my birthday, but I played my hardest, and that's all I can do. Besides losing, I think that our team could've done some things better. We had 20 turnovers in the 1st half. WAY too many. But we played against a good team who had great fundamentals and they wanted the ball more than we did. I just hope that this next game is a success.

Bullock County Game Results

2011-12-02T22:02:00.001-06:00

Well, we lost but all we can do is keep our heads up and play our best.

Bullock County Game

2011-11-29T21:23:00.001-06:00

Our next game is tomorrow at Bullock County. Hopefully we can beat this team. I really want to beat them because we lost to them twice last year. And one of the games was only by a point! Wish us luck!

We Won!

2011-11-18T23:37:00.001-06:00

YAY!!!!!! We won! Our game was really good because it was so close! The score was 47-46. I'm really happy. It's a good way to start off the season!

It's Coming!

2011-11-16T21:08:00.001-06:00

Only 1 more day until the first game! I'm so excited!

The First Game

2011-11-10T06:25:00.000-06:00

Hey everyone! I'm am glad to say that our first official game is next Friday, 11/18/11. I'm really excited and I hope that we can win. That means I'll start putting up stats really soon. Be ready to some stats by next Sunday or Monday. Wish me luck!

The Season Is Approaching!

2011-11-05T13:34:00.000-05:00

So everything is going great! We went to look at our shoes, bags, and warm-ups, yesterday. I think that our team is going to be great this year. The season starts on 11/18. We play Dallas County. Hopefully our school comes to support us like they did last year. I'm really excited and hopefully I get to start. Wish us luck!

It's Getting Difficult

2011-10-30T17:17:00.000-05:00

The season is starting out great, but it's getting down to boiling point. We still need to order everything we need, considering our first game is on the 18th. We haven't ordered anything yet and our principal wants us to have all of this stuff that people just can't afford. Hopefully we can order our stuff so we can have it by the time the season starts. We still need to order warm-ups, shoes, and our principal wants us to have matching sports bras and tights. That's going to be a lot of money, but hopefully we can get all the necessities first. Pray for us you guys!!!

Everything's Great!

2011-10-14T20:06:00.000-05:00

Basketball is becoming more and more involved in my life. I'm figuring out how to deal with that and school and life itself. I'm loving my school and I love my new friends. They're awesome people. I love the people on the team, too because they're supportive and they're great basketball players. So far, I'm feeling good and living life to the fullest.

Tryouts Went Great!

2011-10-06T21:00:00.002-05:00

We got finished with tryouts yesterday and it was great. Even though I'm sore, it's all worth it because I made the team. There are 12 people total. I will start posting games next month. This season is going to be awesome!!!

Getting Better

2011-09-23T19:35:00.000-05:00

So more and more people are showing up for training. I think that we're going to have a good team this year. I believe that I am becoming better as an individual. My shooting has improved a lot since the AUM camp. I just have to work on my dribbling now. Once I get down the basics, I'll start working on defense and posting up, because my coach said that she might put me at the block this season. Those girls get really aggressive down on the post, so I'm going to have to toughen up...a lot. I think that I'll be fine because my coach said that I work the paint pretty well. I guess we'll see when the season starts. Wish me luck!

Volleyball Game

2011-09-17T14:29:00.000-05:00

Hey you guys. I know that this is a basketball blog, but I thought that I'd post about how my volleyball game went. We lost, and I think I understand why. We didn't do as good in the second game as we did in the first. But I still had fun. I got my overhand serve over the net, so that's good. Again, I thought that I'd just tell u how it went. Hopefully we do better next time!!

So Sore!!

2011-09-16T16:55:00.000-05:00

Hi everybody! We had training yesterday and the day before that. My legs feel like rocks! I can't move them! They hurt so bad. But I know that it will all be worth it when the season starts. We'll be stronger, faster, and more skilled. Hopefully more people start to come to training. I'm hoping that we can have a good team this year. I'm doing good in school and I am so excited for the season to start. We're going to be renovated. Full warm-ups, clean shoes. We are going to look professional this season. Wish us the best of luck!!!

Getting New Teammates

2011-09-12T19:21:00.000-05:00

Hey everyone! We're having training tomorrow and we could really use some more players. If you go to BTW Magnet High and are interested in trying out for the girls basketball team, then email me and I'll tell you the time and place! If you don't attend the school, then please don't send me any prank mail. I don't have time for that. Thanks!

Training in the Gym

2011-09-10T17:46:00.000-05:00

Our coach finally got us a spot in a gym to train. We are training Wednesday, and I also have someone else who might try out. So that's good. We could use as many people as we can get. I think that our goal for team members is about 15 players. But I'm really glad that we are training in a gym because we get to see how much everyone has improved. And we also get to see the strengths and weaknesses of new coming members. Comment if you have any questions, or concerns.

Progress

2011-09-09T06:17:00.000-05:00

Hey everybody. My progress so far is pretty good. My shot is much better. I still need to work on my dribbling though. It needs a lot of work. But now that my shot is better, I'm making a lot more shots, and plus, it just looks good when I shoot! I'm making good progress so far. I'm going to keep working at it though, so that by the time the season starts, I'll be really good.

Loving My New School.!!

2011-09-02T19:06:00.000-05:00

Hey everybody! Sorry I haven't written in a while. So far, I'm loving my new school. It's so fun and I'm meeting lots of new people. I love hanging out with my friends at lunch. The school is so cool and I am able to be myself around everyone. I love this school so far. It's a really cool place for me right now.

Another Day of Training

2011-08-18T21:20:00.000-05:00

So I went to training again today and this time we ran 1.2 miles. I got 9:50, so I guess that's alright. I could have done better. I came in 3rd. The best was 9:25. We're getting a break next week since it's the first week of school. I need a break because I am really sore. I'll post later on when we start training again.

Training

2011-08-16T22:48:00.002-05:00

I went to training today for basketball, and it was great! We all got in a good workout and we're supposed to be doing it again thursday. I'm really looking forward to it. I'm really excited for school to start, too. Wish me luck with training!

I Quit Spark Teens

2011-08-09T09:04:00.000-05:00

Yesterday I canceled my Spark Teens account because I felt like I needed to start doing things on my own. And I've been pretty busy lately and just hadn't been using it. So that's why I decided to delete it. It did help me a lot. I lost a good amount of weight while using it and I learned to eat healthier. I'm glad I did use it. I might go back to it one day...who knows?!

My New Basketball Buddy

2011-08-08T15:06:00.002-05:00

Hey you guys. I have some news. I have a new basketball buddy. She's like my big sis. Love her til' the end of time. Just wanted to share that with you.

Weight Loss Update

2011-08-02T10:02:00.000-05:00

I'm doing really well so far on my weight loss program. I'm eating healthy and exercising. Speaking of which, my workout at the gym yesterday was intense, as usual. My legs are a little sore because we had not been in about a week. So I guess my body had to get used to it. I think that I'm getting much better at shooting. I just have to working on dribbling. I'm not the best dribbler in the world, but I am getting better. I'll keep working hard towards getting a scholarship one day...maybe...hopefully. But my overall progress is pretty good I guess. I could be better at dribbling. My dad told me that we're supposed to be going to the gym today, and I'll just have to work on dribbling at home. Dribbling the ball around outside, practice dribbling without looking, just simple things like that. So I can be good enough to start in the games by the time the season starts. Wish me luck!

A Better Me

2011-07-27T07:48:00.000-05:00

I have decided to become a better person, in life and in basketball. I want to show my parents that I am mature and that I am capable of having a twitter and facebook account. I want to show everybody that I do have the potential to be in the WNBA. I think that my life would be better if I were more mature. I'm going to start by keeping everything clean and not getting so frustrated and upset about everything. I hope that I can do that. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, then email me

Practice, Practice, and More Practice

2011-07-19T08:46:00.000-05:00

People always told me that practice makes perfect and that you should practice everyday if you want to be good at something. I never really listened up until now. My dad was teaching a drill to do if I wanted to get better at dribbling under my legs. It was really hard at first, but after a while I got the hang of it. I have to keep practicing though, because I haven't mastered it yet. I just have to work on my dribbling anyway. I'm not the best dribbler ever, but by the time basketball season comes I'll be really good at it. I just got to practice everyday if I want to be in the WNBA. I hope I helped you guys out and made you realize that practice is way more important than you think. Practice can determine if you even have a future in basketball or not. I sure hope I do.

I Made My Goal

2011-07-14T15:35:00.000-05:00

Hey! I just wanted to tell you guys that I made my goal. I am now 129 lbs. I'm very proud of myself. So far this summer, I've lost 6 pounds. So I guess that's good. Now i'm going for 125 by the end of the month and 120 by the time school starts. Wish me luck!

Going to Another Basketball Camp!

2011-07-12T20:15:00.000-05:00

Hey everyone! I just found out that i'm going to another basketball camp tomorrow. It's at Carver High School. I hope I have a lot of fun and that I learn a lot. I also hope that there are some people there that I know. I want to be able to talk to someone since it is all day. The camp started today but I didn't know, so i'm just going to go tomorrow and Thursday. It's a girls and boys camp, so I hope that I can make some new friends! I'll post something tomorrow after camp. Wish me luck!

Almost At My Goal!

2011-07-11T16:48:00.000-05:00

This morning I weighed in and the scale said that I weigh 129.6! Now, I only have 0.6 more pounds until my first goal. After that I'm going for 120. I think I can do it. Wish me luck!

Going to High School!

2011-07-04T09:16:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone. I am so excited to be going to high school! I can't wait to see all my friends and new ones. I feel like I'm growing up and becoming a mature adult. I'm so happy!!!

My Weight Loss Update

2011-06-28T11:32:00.000-05:00

Hey guys! So far I've lost about a pound in less than a week using SparkTeens! It's amazing how it works. I'm also building a lot more muscle by eating healthy and exercising right. It's going really great! Feel free to comment!

SparkTeens!

2011-06-25T10:48:00.000-05:00

Hey people! I just joined SparkTeens.com yesterday and it's really awesome. It has diet plans for you, workout videos, and it lets you set personal goals for yourself. I've been eating healthier and I've been working out more. My goal is to weigh 129 by July 15. I believe I can do it. I really encourage everyone to join and there's also a website for adults called SparkPeople.com. It is a great website and you can make friends on there and join groups. It's awesome and, again, I encourage everyone to join, so you can stay fit and live a healthy lifestyle.

Another Doctor's Appointment

2011-06-23T16:26:00.000-05:00

Well, I have to go to the doctor again so they can check my knees out. My knees are getting worse, in addition to the Osgood-Schlatter's. I guess I can't win for losing. I hope the doctor can run some x-rays to find out what's causing my pain. I'll give you a heads up on it later.

Summer Workout Plan

2011-06-18T14:28:00.000-05:00

Hey folks. My summer workout is going to be intense this summer. I'm going to go to the gym 3 times a week and on the days that I don't go, I'm going to be practicing at home on my goal, running a couple of miles every day, and doing some sit-ups and push-ups. It's going to be awesome!

Basketball Camp was FUN!!!!!

2011-06-13T12:01:00.002-05:00

Hey guys! I went to AUM's basketball camp and it was awesome! I learned so much and I made some new friends, too. I would highly suggest going to their basketball camp. I went to the Elite Camp for 8th-12th grade. It was so fun. I was really sore though. But other than that, it was really helpful. I am definitely going to the one next, all the way to the 12th grade!

Knee Problems

2011-05-30T01:22:00.000-05:00

I went to the doctor and she said that I have Osgood Schlautter's Disease in my knees. I have to wear knee straps every time I exercise and/or run and I have to ice them when I get finished. It's something like when the Tibia and the Fibia rub together and it puts pressure on the tendon. Your bone's grow faster than the muscle. It's complicated. But it'll stop when I get finished growing. and they said that I could continue playing sports...whew! But it's all good. Please, be sure to keep me in your prayers. Thanks!!!

Developing A Habit

2011-03-21T16:42:00.000-05:00

Hey everybody! I just learned that if you do something for twenty-one (21) days straight, then it becomes a habit. So if you want to learn how to do something better in basketball, such as dribbling with your left hand, then do it for 21 days. Trust me, you'll get better at it.

What Basketball Means to Me

2011-03-18T18:48:00.000-05:00

Basketball is basically...my life. I love basketball and I plan on playing it for the rest of my life. I could play basketball all day if you asked me to. Basketball is a sport where you can test yourself. You can see how good your endurance is, how fast you are, and how good you are. It is also a challenge, and I love challenges. Basketball also requires skill. I push myself to the fullest. I love playing basketball. When I play, it feels like it's just me, my team, and the other team. No one else exists. This is what basketball means to me.

Team Motivation

2011-03-15T14:39:00.000-05:00

Hey folks. I think that we need to have a new strategy as a team this year. Last year after we started losing a lot of games, I think our mentality was losing. I want to come up with a way to help the team focus on winning and staying positive. I want to motivate them to help us win. If you have any ideas, please let me know.

How To Get Along Better With My Teammates

2011-03-13T18:35:00.000-05:00

Hey guys. This past basketball season wasn't so good for us. Every time I went out on the court, my teammates hardly ever passed me the ball. But when they did pass me the ball, I made almost every shot! But at practice, I don't really talk to anyone. They always talk to each other, and sit by myself. How do I get them to talk to me so we can be better teammates and get along better on the court.

Self-Esteem

2011-03-13T07:23:00.002-05:00

Hey. Most people say that they don't think I should be on a varsity basketball team. So I've decided that i'm going to better myself at it. If anybody knows of any good camps that I can go to, or any thing I can do get better at basketball, then I'd be happy to know about it. Thanks!

Healthy Diet For A Basketball Player

2011-03-12T09:31:00.000-06:00

Hey guys. Lately I've noticed that I've been gaining some weight. I don't know if it's muscle or fat or...WHAT? Anyway, I want to start eating healthier so I can have a better metabolism and a better energy level when I play. If anyone knows any healthy diets for athletes (because I play volleyball, too), then please let me know because I gotta start eating healthier. Thanks.

Camps

2011-03-10T16:21:00.001-06:00

Hey everybody. If you know of any good basketball camps in Alabama, please let me know. And if you hear about team camps, I would like to know about those as well.

University of Alabama Women's Basketball

2011-03-09T16:42:00.001-06:00

Hey everybody! I would like to know more about the Women's basketball team at the University of Alabama.
p.s.: ROLL TIDE ROLL!!!

How to Shoot

2011-03-06T15:02:00.002-06:00

If anyone has any advice on the correct way to shoot, please let me know. I really need to get prepared for college.

Talk To Me

2011-03-03T05:48:00.000-06:00

Hey everyone! This post is to just let you know that you can comment things on here so you can...well...talk to me!

Help!!!

2011-03-02T16:39:00.000-06:00

Hey everyone! I'm wanting to know if anyone knows of any ways for me to become a great basketball player so college coaches will recruit me. If you have any information that I need to know, then please comment on this post. Thanks!

About Me

2011-03-02T05:55:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone. This site is especially for college coaches and recruiters to look at. My name is Genesis James and I play for Booker T. Washington Magnet High School, even though i'm only in the 8th grade! Here's my profile:

Height: 5'6"
Weight: 128 1/2 lbs
Grade: 8
Position: Small Ford/Shooting Guard