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Ball in the air at the tipoff One team gets it and works up court Shooting, screaming plays Moving around the perimeter Point guard begins, guards follow Posts, be there for the pass. There’s an opening, skip pass Careful don’t walk or travel One bad pass and go for it. Jump ball! They foul, we go to the line Watching the ball swoosh from at the top of the key Coach yelling from the sidelines 3 points for that beautiful shot! Hurry back to play D. Stand still for a pick or a foul 5 fouls and you’re benched Stay in the game Play a little dirty, just don’t get caught Use your booty and pivot Pass to the elbow, yell shot Go for the rebound Put it back up, grab it, pass it. Don’t use both hands, double dribble Guest’s ball, get a man. When they go zone, play high, low. Going in for the lay up Right off the glass Into the net, don’t get cocky It’s not over yet.
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