OT: NYC Gay Men's Basketball League

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  1. KingSpeed

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    I'm trying out tomorrow. Can't wait. Haven't shot a ball though since I drained three straight threes at the Moda Center. I'll let you know how I do!
     
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    Good luck!
     
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    Some advice from a coach if you want it

    1. Holding a ball may seem like the right move, but it's best to pass it around, so everyone gets to touch it.

    2. Come hard to the ball

    3. Pound it up the middle when you see an opening

    4. When going inside, make sure the lane is not clogged.

    5. Work the high low post.

    I'm such a child, but I don't care

    In all seriousness, have a great time, and good luck.
     
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    Why is there a Gay Men's Basketball League? are straights afraid to play against gay people?
     
    Blazers Roy, Feb 25, 2017
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    Discrimination for those not Gay!
     
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    Some real hot takes here
     
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    You're getting old, like the rest of us. Admit it to yourself, and Embrace it! That means stretching out your legs, arms, neck, everything - take 10-15 minutes to do this before you play. Don't just show up, shoot baskets for 10 minutes, and start playing - that's a recipe for injury for older players. Have fun, don't play defense, set some screens.
     
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    Blazers Roy Well-Known Member

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    lol yea, playing defense in the paint especially can be a very regrettable decision.
     
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    Cool! Good luck dude!
     
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    Jade Falcon Just to piss you off.

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    Best of luck to you, and have fun.
     
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    Tell them that on the basketball courts of Oregon you're more famous than Travis Outlaw.
     
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    i try to penetrate, but i dont have enough length. i always get stuffed.
     
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    Just don't overdribble on the court and shoot every chance you get KS! Beast mode!!!! Have fun and good luck!
     
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    Break a leg.

    Well, don't really.
     
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    Now you just have to learn to play some defense. I hit that fade away on you pretty easily
     
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    Chris Craig (Blazersland) I'm Your Huckleberry Staff Member Global Moderator Moderator

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    Does the gay men's league have ballboys
     
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    Best of luck Kingspeed! Just curious but how old is the league? And how many teams?
     
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    I've already worked out your marketing persona for endorsement deals.

    You're a hot-headed 3-Pt specialist that commits cheap fouls and leads the league in techs and ref abuse.

    KING 'SHEED!
     
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    I think that's bullshit if you ask me..... how do they make sure you are eligible to play in that league? We had two gay guys in our city league we used to play in. It was no big deal. Sports should be bringing all walks together FAMS!
     
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    you don't need to.....sure, a couple bi curious dudes show up but no one cares if they can shoot and rebound
     
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