The new best practice warmup will increase performance and reduce injury
We are fortunate to have Shawn Stewart, Basketball New Zealand’s Performance and Prevention Lead, delivering two comprehensive sessions on the new best practice basketball warmup:
📅 Tuesday, March 18th – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM at Cowles Stadium
📅 Wednesday, March 19th – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM at Pioneer Stadium
The “Game Ready” warmup incorporates key movement patterns that mimic in-game actions, ensuring athletes are physically prepared before stepping onto the court. This structured warmup is easy to implement and has been developed in alignment with best practices in sports science and injury prevention.
Basketball New Zealand and ACC have launched this new warmup program designed specifically for basketball players to get “Game Ready.” This evidence-based warmup routine is tailored to prepare athletes for the demands of the game, reduce injury risks, and enhance performance.
This training is designed for coaches and trainers who aim to train other coaches in their communities or directly incorperate the warmup into teams they coach. It is essential for club and school basketball coaches and sports coordinators who are committed to player safety and performance. By integrating “Game Ready” into your warmup routine, you will not only reduce injuries but also optimize your players’ readiness for the game.
The program is divided into three key areas:
Get your team “Game Ready” today – because smart preparation leads to better performance!