Basketball Shooting Drills To Improve Your Game

Shooting a Basketball

Everyone wants an edge when they step on the basketball court. But there’s no secret to becoming a better player. Practice makes perfect is an old adage, but there’s a lot of truth to it. This is especially the case when it comes to improving your shooting skills. A good routine will ensure that your […]

Running Exercises to Do for Basketball Workouts

Before you take the court and show off your skills in front of your friends and family, it’s essential to make sure your skills are all in tip-top shape. You’ve heard of shooting or footwork drills, but how about running drills to make sure you can run circles around the other team? Don’t worry. At […]

Basketball Team-Building Activities For Your Youth Team

Basketball team high-fiving

Are you a coach of a youth basketball team looking to improve team dynamics and foster a stronger bond between players? Look no further! Team-building activities are a great way to bring your team together, both on and off the court. Not only do these activities promote communication and trust, but they also provide a […]

The Benefits To Playing In An Indoor Sports Facility, Rocky Mount Event Center

boy playing basketball

Playing sports is a great way to stay fit, healthy, and agile. Kids who participate in recreational or extracurricular activities are likely to excel further in academics and future success than their peers who do not play sports or have a passionate hobby. Practicing your craft is the only way to get better and reach […]

Stay Limber With These Sitting Stretches for Basketball or Volleyball

Basketball player stretching at an outdoor court

Rocky Mount Event Center hosts basketball and volleyball tournaments throughout the year. We host elite athletes of all ages at our indoor sports facility. These participants play at the top of their game, which means staying limber, stretching, and warming up before they hit the court. Today’s blog from Rocky Mount Event Center discusses some […]

Is a Traveling Sports Team Right for Your Child?

Teenage boy shooting a layup at Rocky Mount Event Center

Rocky Mount Event Center is the premier indoor sports facility in eastern North Carolina. We host many basketball and volleyball tournaments throughout the year, including top-notch competition for middle and high school students. In today’s blog from Rocky Mount Event Center, we take a look at whether or not a traveling sports team is right […]

How Tournaments Prepare Youth Athletes for NCAA Basketball or Volleyball

Rocky Mount Event Center hosts youth basketball and volleyball tournaments on a regular basis. We’re the premier indoor sports facility in eastern North Carolina. Youth tournaments can be a formative experience for an athlete’s career, especially one headed for NCAA Basketball or Volleyball. There are many different reasons why youth athletes can benefit from playing […]

Nationwide Youth Sports Facts & Figures Presented by Rocky Mount Event Center

Rocky Mount Event Center is designed to host events, clinics, competitions, and tournaments for basketball, volleyball, and dance/cheer. We specialize in youth sports for local, regional, and national events at our premier indoor sports facility. Today, we take a look at nationwide facts and figures behind youth sports.  Related Post: Preparing Your Youth Athlete for […]

Drills You Can Do at Home Without a Basketball Court

Rocky Mount Event Center prides itself on top-notch basketball courts and hosting fantastic basketball tournaments. Some of our events showcase the best talent in the region! How do players get so good at basketball? With practice. In today’s blog from Rocky Mount Event Center, we showcase drills you can do at home without a basketball […]