The Physics of Basketball by John J. Fontanella (English) Hardcover Book

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Reddick do naturally the things that Isaac Newton says they should.

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Drain three pointers, slam dunk easily, and sink that buzzer beater from half court with the help of simple science. Your coach, physicist John J. Fontanella, shows how you can improve your game if you take advice from Isaac Newton. As you read, relive some of the great moments in the game-this time with a scientist and diehard basketball fan as your color analyst. Find out why you ought to put spin on the ball. Get tips on how to improve your free throw and increase your percentage from the charity stripe. You'll even learn how to shatter the backboard, if that's something you've always dreamed of doing. With photographs and simple high school formulas, physics professor Fontanella-who played in college against Pittsburgh and Syracuse-reveals the key pieces of physics that underscore basketball. He covers almost every aspect of the game, weaving in stories from games he's played and games he's seen, and tales from basketball history and folklore. Physics comes alive as you see how Kobe Bryant, Wilt "the Stilt" Chamberlain, Michael Jordan, Becky Hammon, and J. J. Reddick do naturally the things that Isaac Newton says they should.

Notes

A unique approach to the fundamentals of basketball. This book is a must read for any player, coach, or spectator. -- Morgan Wootten, all-time winningest high school basketball coach, hall of famer, and the Naismith Foundation's "Coach of the Century" We analyze and overanalyze the game from so many different angles that it is hard to find a new one. John Fontanella has done just that, breaking the game down in a very interesting way. -- Brenda Frese, Head Coach, University of Maryland (2006 NCAA Champions) John Fontanella, whose success as a shooter approached perfection, has applied physics to the everyday world of basketball. It will tremendously enhance the game that he loves. I highly recommend his book for coaches, players, and fans who want an insightful understanding of the science of shooting a basketball. -- Dr. C. Ronald Galbreath, Women's Basketball Coach, Geneva College

Author Biography

John J. Fontanella is a physics professor at the United States Naval Academy.

Table of Contents

PrefaceAcknowledgments1. The Final Four2. Projectile Notion3. Nothing But Net4. Basket Case5. That's the Way the Ball Bounces6. Hang TimeAppendixesI. The Drag ForceII. The Magnus ForceIII. Trajectory CalculationsIV. Calculation SetupV. Bounce AnglesVI. Coefficient of RestitutionNotesIndex

Review

The Physics of Basketball takes the game to a whole new level. -- Bill Ingram, Executive Editor, Basketball News Services Hoopsworld.com An unusual book, certain to attract both the sports fan and the armchair scientist. Booklist Perfect physics aid for basketball fans. -- Ken Zetie Physics Education Fontanella writes with humor and feeling. -- Earl Kelly Annapolis Capital He merges teaching about physics with tips on how to improve the game... With Fontanella's guidance, much is learned about physics, basketball, and the scientific method. Highly recommended. Choice The Physics of Basketball bridges the gap between sports science and coaching by introducing many practical ideas that have likely never been considered... recommended reading for all basketball coaches. -- Steve Watkins International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching

Promotional

A unique approach to the fundamentals of basketball. This book is a must read for any player, coach, or spectator. -- Morgan Wootten, all-time winningest high school basketball coach, hall of famer, and the Naismith Foundation's "Coach of the Century" We analyze and overanalyze the game from so many different angles that it is hard to find a new one. John Fontanella has done just that, breaking the game down in a very interesting way. -- Brenda Frese, Head Coach, University of Maryland (2006 NCAA Champions) John Fontanella, whose success as a shooter approached perfection, has applied physics to the everyday world of basketball. It will tremendously enhance the game that he loves. I highly recommend his book for coaches, players, and fans who want an insightful understanding of the science of shooting a basketball. -- Dr. C. Ronald Galbreath, Women's Basketball Coach, Geneva College

Long Description

Drain three pointers, slam dunk easily, and sink that buzzer beater from half court with the help of simple science. Your coach, physicist John J. Fontanella, shows how you can improve your game if you take advice from Isaac Newton. As you read, relive some of the great moments in the game -- this time with a scientist and diehard basketball fan as your color analyst. Find out why you ought to put spin on the ball. Get tips on how to improve your free throw and increase your percentage from the charity stripe. You'll even learn how to shatter the backboard, if that's something you've always dreamed of doing. With photographs and simple high school formulas, physics professor Fontanella -- who played in college against Pittsburgh and Syracuse -- reveals the key pieces of physics that underscore basketball. He covers almost every aspect of the game, weaving in stories from games he's played and games he's seen, and tales from basketball history and folklore. Physics comes alive as you see how Kobe Bryant, Wilt "the Stilt" Chamberlain, Michael Jordan, Becky Hammon, and J. J. Reddick do naturally the things that Isaac Newton says they should.

Review Text

"" The Physics of Basketball bridges the gap between sports science and coaching by introducing many practical ideas that have likely never been considered... recommended reading for all basketball coaches.""

Review Quote

"The Physics of Basketball takes the game to a whole new level." -- Bill Ingram, Executive Editor, Basketball News Services

Details ISBN0801885132 Short Title PHYSICS OF BASKETBALL Publisher Johns Hopkins University Press Language English ISBN-10 0801885132 ISBN-13 9780801885136 Media Book Format Hardcover Imprint Johns Hopkins University Press Place of Publication Baltimore, MD Country of Publication United States Edition 1st Audience Age 18 DOI 10.1604/9780801885136 NZ Release Date 2007-01-14 US Release Date 2007-01-14 UK Release Date 2007-01-14 Author John J. Fontanella Pages 168 Year 2007 Publication Date 2007-01-14 Alternative 9780801889523 DEWEY 796.32301 Illustrations 41 Halftones, black and white; 14 Line drawings, black and white Audience General AU Release Date 2006-10-31 We've got this

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