ELEVATE YOUR GAME

We help basketball players get better & reach their goals.
Youth basketball players training, playing team games, and pickup basketball as part of a complete p
By Galen Harkness January 9, 2026
Basketball players improve fastest by combining training, team games, and pickup basketball. Learn how these three pieces work together.
Basketball player competing through adversity during a game, learning confidence, resilience, and gr
By Galen Harkness January 6, 2026
Basketball competition creates mistakes and adversity. Learn how players can respond, grow, and build confidence through struggle, preparation, and work.
Basketball on hardwood court symbolizing a fresh start, growth, teamwork, and learning from mistakes
By Galen Harkness December 31, 2025
The first half is over. Learn how basketball players can reset, learn from mistakes, become better teammates, and improve in the second half of the season.
Youth basketball player training fundamentals in an empty gym, representing skill development, work
By Galen Harkness December 28, 2025
Honest insight on what high school basketball players must improve to control games, build real skill, and develop with purpose—not hype.
Northern Colorado high school basketball players training to improve skills and gain varsity opportu
By Galen Harkness December 9, 2025
Northern Colorado basketball players can gain ground on bigger varsity athletes by developing real skills. EYG helps Freshman, C-Team, and JV players improve fast.
Close-up of a basketball player’s hands gripping a ball with sweat, symbolizing hard work and effort
By Galen Harkness December 7, 2025
How Quinn Meinerz went from Division III to an $80M NFL contract by mastering habits and work ethic. Learn how young athletes can train with purpose at EYG.
Payton Pritchard creates space against a defender by attacking with strong footwork, balance, and a
By Galen Harkness November 17, 2025
Learn how Payton Pritchard creates space, handles pressure, and finishes against bigger defenders. Five game-ready scoring lessons players can use right away.
By Galen Harkness November 15, 2025
I spent the weekend learning to do something new. It was awkward. Unfamiliar. Kinda scary. But something clicked: This is exactly how basketball players feel when we ask them to try something new. When a player works on weak-hand finishes… Tries a new shooting footwork pattern… Or plays in a higher-level game… They don’t always look smooth. But that discomfort? That’s the signal they’re growing. If you want to score more in games or gain confidence with the ball, you’ve got to spend time in those “stretch zones.” This is where real improvement happens—where you challenge old habits and build new ones. At EYG, we help 3rd–11th grade players grow through structured training programs that build skill, IQ, and confidence. Our clinics, workouts, and transformation programs create: Game-ready footwork Reliable shooting mechanics Real-time scoring reps A mindset that embraces growth 👉 Want to take your next step? Join our next camp, clinic, or training block https://app.upperhand.io/customers/165-eyg-basketball/events
Middle school basketball player working hard on the court, showing effort, focus, and the habits tha
By Galen Harkness November 14, 2025
Middle school basketball is where players separate through habits, buy-in, effort, and mindset. This blog gives players a blueprint for rising this season.
High school basketball player training with focus and intensity, representing discipline, leadership
By Galen Harkness November 13, 2025
High school players succeed through standards, habits, and leadership—not talent alone. This blog shows how to elevate your season and become the player your team needs.
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