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From the inaugural World Table Tennis Singapore Smash, to ONE Championship's tenth anniversary event ONE X, there is plenty happening at Singapore's sporting playground in March The Learn to Dive programme held at OCBC Aquatic Centre, Singapore Sports Hub. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB Singapore, 4 March 2022 – Update your calendars with a slew of brand new offerings at Singapore Sports Hub for the month of March! From underwater to land, and right up to ringside – there's something for everyone. Singapore paddler Feng Tian Wei at the first World Table Tennis Cup Finals in 2021, held in OCBC Arena, Singapore Sports Hub. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB Inaugural World Table Tennis (WTT) Grand Smash at OCBC Arena The world's biggest table tennis tournament comes to Singapore! The inaugural WTT Grand Smash, Singapore Smash, will be happening at OCBC Arena from 7-20 March! Come on over to watch top international players like Fan Zhendong, Sun Yingsha and more smash it out, for a prize pool of US$2million (S$2.7million). Fans can begin purchasing tickets here. Super-Fights at ONE Championship’s 10-Year Anniversary Show Get ready, Singapore! ONE Championship celebrates 10 years of incredible action at its biggest-ever show, ONE X, on Saturday, 26 March, at Singapore Indoor Stadium. An explosive collection of Muay Thai, kickboxing, submission grappling and MMA contests will be held at Singapore Indoor Stadium, including multiple World Championship bouts and a Special Rules Super-Fight between legends. Watch ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee defend her belt against Stamp Fairtex in the main event, MMA icon Demetrious Johnson and Muay Thai superstar Rodtang Jitmuangnon lock horns in a mixed-rules bout, and much more. Fans can buy tickets now for this exciting, once-in-a-lifetime event right here. Junior Playcation Urban Camp at 100 Plus Promenade. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB Get Your Heart Rates Up as You Dash through a Day of Fun Our Junior Playcation Urban Camp at 100PLUS Promenade will be happening this March and Easter Holidays! Children between the ages of 5 and 10 can expect an action-packed day of sports (how does tennis, tag rugby or basketball sound?), upcycling crafts, and strategy (such as Human Tic Tac Toe and Amazing Race). Feeling peckish during this day of fun? Not to worry. Lunch and snacks will be provided to keep your little ones going! Receive a complimentary Camp Kit that includes a limited-edition T-shirt, water bottle and tote bag upon registration, and a medal and Certificate of Participation upon completion. More details are available here. The Learn to Dive Programme held at OCBC Aquatic Centre, Singapore Sports Hub. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB Want to take your underwater skills to the next level? Partnering with Torpedo Swim School, Singapore Sports Hub has launched its FIRST diving and artistic swimming programmes - helmed by highly qualified professionals - in OCBC Aquatic Centre. The Learn to Dive programme is designed by Orla Gilmore, Singapore’s Youth Olympics Team Coach. Expect to jump right into the basics of diving into shallow water, by the poolside and from the one-metre springboard! Children 6 years old and above will be instructed by certified diving coaches and will learn basic diving skills before advancing to twists, somersaults and diving from the 5-metre platform! Did you know that artistic swimming used to be known as ‘synchronised swimming’? It develops your creativity and flexibility as artistic swimmers can tweak and even choreograph their own routines. The Artistic Swimming programme is led by Head Coach Crystal Yap, who clinched Singapore’s first Southeast Asian Games Artistic Swimming gold medal in 2015. Children between 8 and 13 years old will pick up basic skills such as sculling, egg beater, and rhythm and counting, before progressing to an artistic routine. Find out more about Singapore Sports Hub’s Learn to Dive programmes here. There’s So March Fun at Kallang Wave Mall Don’t worry about running out of activities during the March holidays. We’ve got everything covered at Kallang Wave Mall! Free 2-hour weekday parking, food, fun, fellowship - we’ve got it all, and as a bonus, from 14-27 March, spend a minimum of $80 ($120 at FairPrice Xtra) to redeem 1 Play Pass for a session of to four choice at either ZOOMOOV, O-Ride Singapore Mini Segway Tours, Paco Funworld, Petite Tayo KidsClub, MuzArt Learning Centre, Han Taekwondo or The Musical Fairy. Additionally, you can get 3 Lucky Claw credits to grab yourself attractive prizes! #SportPlusSG #MySgSportsHub #Events #Sports #Fitness #ThingsToDo

End Your 2022 on a High with New Experiences and Offerings at Singapore's Sporting Playground PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB 24 November 2021, Singapore - As Singapore enters a new trasition phase and welcomes back groups of five, the Singapore Sports Hub has rolled out some fresh new experiences and offerings to usher the crowds back to Singapore's sporting playground. Those opting to stay in Singapore this December will have a host of experiences to choose from at Singapore Sports Hub, as live international sporting events finally make its return to Singapore's shores, while fun-filled children's activities also offer young families some seriously fun options to pass their time. These include a fresh range of novel sports and fitness classes, and even new shops at Kallang Wave Mall to check out if you're looking to pass time or shop for the holiday season. PHOTO: INTERNATIONAL TABLE TENNIS FEDERATION AFF Suzuki Cup & World Table Tennis Cup Finals It's been almost two years since we last heard the Kallang Roar, and what better way for live sports to make a roaring return than by hosting the regional's biggest football spectacle? The ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Suzuki Cup 2020 and World Table Tennis (WTT) Cup Finals Singapore will both be coming to the Singapore Sports Hub next month, with month-long action from 5 December 2021 all the way through to 1 January 2022. Image via Singapore Sports Hub Come cheer on our Singapore Lions at the National Stadium, which will host Group A matches, the semi-finals, and the finals of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020. Full fixture list is available on Sport Plus' events listings here. If football is not quite your thing, there is also world-class table tennis action that will be taking place at the OCBC Arena from 4 to 7 December at the OCBC Arena. Catch international stars and home talents at the WTT Cup Finals Singapore, to witness our Team Singapore's athletes in the flesh after their outstanding performances at this year's Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Image via Singapore Sports Hub Junior Playcation Urban Camp Master coordination and learn sportsmanship with team sports such as Football or take a swing at something new with a sport like Golf at a full-day Junior Playcation Urban camp. Children taking part in this camp will be introduced to the world of sports, with both new sports activities as well as familiar favourites! Parents can drop their children off at the 100PLUS Promenade for the camp, which also includes lunch and snacks. Each participant will also walk away with a camp kit inclusive of a tote bag, bottle and limited edition t-shirt. Registration opens on 13 December, and those interested can register at https://www.sportshub.com.sg/ New Sports & Fitness classes Experience sports in a whole new way with new classes that will challenge yourself. And you don't even have to be super fit to have fun at these classes! Have a ball at Singapore Sports Hub's new tchoukball, korfball and lawn bowl classes. Or if you'd rather dip your toes into the pool, consider the diving classes or become an artist in the water at Singapore Sports Hub's artistic swimming classes. Image via Singapore Sports Hub Held at OCBC Aquatic Centre and in partnership with Torpedo, you’ll be in the good hands of certified trainers who were once national swim athletes themselves. More details on the programmes are available here. Dip your toes into your preferred sport from 29 November with our 10-session holiday program. And if you do fall in love with the sport (which won’t be difficult), you can refine your skills with Singapore Sports Hub's regular classes. Exciting New Brands at Kallang Wave Mall From CrossFit to skating and cycling, there is plenty of new stuff to check out at Kallang Wave Mall. Local board-sports company, The Ride Side is a must-visit for board sports enthusiasts looking for top equipment and to become part of the community. Given the booming interest in cycling, a timely addition to the mall is CycleOxygen, an official retailer of Brompton Bicycles. You’ll get access to bike components, workshop support, servicing, and even international cycling events, so pay them a visit! Image via Singapore Sports Hub If you’re a Cross Fit fan, join the box at CrossFit Unit for blood pumping workouts that will get you fitter and stronger than ever. After all that workout, give yourself a treat, grab a refreshing cup of bubble tea from CHICHA San Chen! #SportPlusSG #MySgSportsHub #Events #Sports #Fitness #ThingsToDo

From multi-sports programmes, to cycling tours and dance fitness sessions, there’s plenty happening at Singapore Sports Hub PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB Looking for something to do to tire out your toddler this September school holidays, with travel still not happening just yet? You may be in luck. The Singapore Sports Hub has lined-up a host of holiday activities for children of all ages this September: from sports to the arts, there is something for everyone. Here are five key highlights you may wish to consider. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB 1. Sports Hub Kids Ultimate Multi-Sports Let your inner athlete shine. Energetic little ones can enjoy a medley of sports like basketball, dodgeball, tennis, soccer, rugby, athletics and frisbee. Let them uncover their passion for sports, make new friends, and most importantly, have fun! Held every Saturday from 4 September to 23 October, this comprehensive multi-sports programme will allow your children to uncover their passion for sports, develop a variety of fundamental sports and social skills, and make new friends. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB 2. Camposaur Kids Camp Get ready for a roar-some good time in a week of fun, as the popular Camposaur Holiday Adventure Camp returns with even more exciting activities this year. Held at the Sports Hub Library from 6 to 10 September, this all-encompassing camp allows kids to explore both their sporting and creative interests. With a line-up of multi-sports activities, team building games, arts and craft workshops, dance fitness programmes, and even a museum visit, there will never be a dull moment at this action-packed camp. 3. The Sports Hub Tots and Kinder Play This is a must-try activity for your littlest ones. Located at the Sports Hub Fitness Studio within the Sports Hub Gym, the programme emphasises on the development of stability, locomotion (movement of the body) and object control. Through the use of colourful and age-specific equipment, a fun and engaging time is guaranteed for tots and kinder. Sport Hub's coaches also specialise in sport and movement in the early years of childhood so your kids will be well taken care of. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB 4. Splash and Surf @ Stingray® Ride some waves at Stingray®, a half-pipe surfing facility within Splash-N-Surf that lets you have a go at surfing. The only catch is that you have to be at least 1.2m tall. PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB 5. Free 30 to 45 minute Guided Cycling Tour For cycling enthusiasts, Shimano Cycling World at Singapore Sports Hub offers a free 30 to 45-minute guided tour where you can learn about the history of bicycles and modern advancements through a variety of interactive exhibits. All across the integrated sports, entertainment and lifestyle hub, there is something for both kids and adults that is certain to excite and delight. #SportPlusSG #MySgSportsHub #SchoolHolidays

Gripping rugby action, family fun and a feast for the senses PHOTO: MIKE LEE, WORLD RUGBY Singapore, 20 March 2023 – HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens kicks off in Singapore this April and fans are in for a thrilling event with gripping rugby action, family fun and a feast for the senses. Get in on the action! Come with friends, come as a family, get your tickets before they sell out here! PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB Fun Family Activities Galore Prepare for fun! If you have children aged 4 to 7 years old, you can drop them off, guilt-free, at our Kids Drop-Off Zone to spend hours with engaging programmes or join our Singapore Sevens Easter Egg Hunt for some fun family-bonding time. If you need to cool off after all the hunting, head to the Stingray®, the world’s first half-pipe surfing machine, or join your kids for a splashing good time at Splash-N-Surf. When you’ve had enough spray and worked up a nice tan, relax on a beanbag as you catch clips of the Minions or bring your young ones to a meet-and-greet at our screening zone! Come sundown, channel your inner Jedi (or Sith) at the Lightsaber Duelling workshops or relive the groovy 70s at the Roller Kids & Roller Disco Zones. Do bring your own rollerblades and if you do not own a pair, fret not, you will be able to loan a pair of rollerblades during the weekend! PHOTO: SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB The Ultimate Singapore Sevens Experience This will be an unforgettable Singapore Sevens for seven lucky ticket holders who can tell us why they deserve to win The Ultimate Singapore Sevens Experience. On the table is an exclusive invitation to meet all 16 team captains in person, an exclusive invitation to a fireside chat with Rugby Ambassadors and five invitations to the Rugby Ambassadors meet-and-greet session. Gripping Rugby Action Sixteen countries will battle for precious points as they eye for a chance to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. With so many fan favourites, anything can happen! Will Fiji defend their crown? Will powerhouse New Zealand thunder for a win? Or will South Africa emerge victorious? Amidst all the action, catch the legends amongst us! Spot South Africa’s Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira, 2019 Rugby World Cup Winner as he checks out the fun zones with Canada’s Nathan Hirayama, third all-time points-scorer on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Joining them is New Zealand’s Shiray Kaka, Olympic Gold medallist at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Bronze medallist at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games. You can also cheer on aspiring players at Titans Ruck and Rumble, a series of rugby tournaments for both boys and girls, from under 8s to under 18s. The tournament is open to the public and will be held over 3 days, 6 April to 8 April, at Home of Athletics. PHOTO: JACK & RAI A Sensorial Feast that Hits All the Right Spots Fuel up to keep up with the scrums, rucks and mauls at the Singapore Sevens. Treat your tastebuds to juicy burgers and chips, or add a tinge of sweetness with delicious popsicles and many more! After the day’s action on the pitch, head over to OCBC Square to enjoy live action with a different beat. Expect to be serenaded by 53A & Jack & Rai, or dance your heart out to DJs EPIMACO & XEN. Among them will also be 10 Seconds, NationOne, Reverie, Sambiesta, THE PROFESSOR and SIRKID. PHOTO: TRAVELLING C.O #SportPlusSG #Rugby #RugbyLivesHere #SgRugbySevens

Learn how to use the reverse pivot effectively to square yourself to the rim with Singapore basketballer Lim Jia Min PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG While plenty of emphasis in basketball has made in ball handling, one of the more commonly overlooked areas is in the footwork. A good basketballer needs to have good situation awareness in game, staying nimble and agile - being able to move quickly on the balls of your feet. Mastering the right footwork technique is essential for beginners before you can move on to more advanced aspects of the game. One of the more basic footwork techniques that is discussed here with Singapore national basketballer Lim Jia Min is the reverse pivot. What is a Reverse Pivot? A reverse pivot is a turn with your non-pivot foot that squares yourself to the rim. Most commonly, this starts with youfacing away from the end line while standing on the lane line. Whichever side of the basket you are on, keep your pivot foot planted while facing away from the basket, and reverse turn with your other foot, making sure that you put your body between the ball and the defender. PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG A successful pivot will see you square to the rim and facing the basket, with the defender now behind you. When executing this move, always remember to keep the ball protected in your shot pocket, ready to make a play be it for yourself or for a teammate. It is important to be able to effectively reverse pivot off either foot, as that makes you more confident in approaching from either side of the basket. To incorporate the reverse pivot footwork drill into your training, here is a step by step guide by Jia Min: 1. Read the Defender to see which side he / she is on 2. Reverse Pivot towards the side that is open 3. Use your body to block the defender and keep him / her behind your back PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG Want to improve on your basketball skills and techniques? Don't forget to check out the rest of our Basketball series, done in conjunction with the ActiveSG Cup 2020 Basketball 3x3 tournament! About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. The Central and East Zones are organised by KIN Productions, with a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each zone. ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre is the centralised venue for the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre is the official venue for the East Zone. The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #Tutorial

Singapore basketballer Delvin Goh explains when it is more effective to use a reverse lay-up, and the correct way to do it PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG When attacking in the game of basketball, you don't always have a clear drive to the basketball. In offense, which shots to use in each game scenario is important, as making good decisions form the base of a good basketballer, more so than technical skills alone. The reverse lay-up is a fundamental basketball shooting skill, and getting in practise so that it becomes second nature to you is going to give you that extra edge when it comes to competition. But just when exactly does one use the reverse lay-up? According to Delvin Goh of the Singapore Slingers and Singapore national basketball team, you use the reverse lay-up when there is a defender who attempts to block your drive to the basketball. In such a situation, it is important to note that as with other skills learnt so far, getting the defender to commit is essential before you execute your reverse lay-up. To do so, you need to fake your shot first. In steps, this is what it looks like: 1. Do a fake shot as the defender approaches 2. Duck below the defender's arms as he / she attempts to block 3. Make sure the defender is behind you before you go up for your reverse lay-up Always keep in mind the importance of step 3 before you go for your reverse lay-up, as every move in basketball has an intent. Try this out with your friends on court and share with us how it went! PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG Want to improve on your basketball skills and techniques? Don't forget to check out the rest of our Basketball series, done in conjunction with the ActiveSG Cup 2020 Basketball 3x3 tournament! About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. The Central and East Zones are organised by KIN Productions, with a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each zone. ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre is the centralised venue for the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre is the official venue for the East Zone. The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #SportsEvents

The Triple-Threat Stance gives an offensive basketball player the options to shoot, mass or dribble PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG The Triple-threat position in basketball involves being in a position where you could do any of pass, shoot, or dribble with the ball. This is particularly advantageous for offensive players in basketball, and hence how the term "Triple-Threat Position" was coined. Although a commonly known fact in the basketball fraternity, and practised by basketballers of all levels, not everyone knows how to execute this well to maximise its effectiveness particularly for in-game situations. Generally, in order to get into the triple-threat position, a player needs to maintain a lower centre of gravity while keeping the ball close to your body and away from the defending player. To create greater distance between the ball and the defender, it is also recommended that you put one foot forward. According to Singapore basketballer Lim Jia Min, most amateur basketballers tend to forget the option to shoot, hence they remain in their straight legs when receiving the ball. This results in creating only a double threat instead of a triple threat stance. To make for a more effective triple-threat stance, try bending your knees when you receive the ball. The full sequence in steps looks like this: 1. Bend Your Knees when you get the ball 2. Look at the basket to sell the fake 3. Do any of shoot, make a pass, or dribble PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG Want to improve on your basketball skills and techniques? Don't forget to check out the rest of our Basketball series, done in conjunction with the ActiveSG Cup 2020 Basketball 3x3 tournament! About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. The Central and East Zones are organised by KIN Productions, with a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each zone. ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre is the centralised venue for the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre is the official venue for the East Zone. The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #SportsEvents

We move from technical skills to more tactical tips, with Singapore basketballer Lim Jiamin teaching effective team up moves to take a defender out of the game PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG Have you heard of screening in basketball? Otherwise known as the pick and roll in basketball, the move involves having one team mate placing their body directly in the path of a defender guarding you (the player with the ball), thus blocking the defender thus creating an opportunity for to roll off their screen / pick and move into space. This gives the player with the ball two options: either make a pass to a teammate, or drive to the basket or take a shot - making it an effective method to create space and taking an opponent out for a precious few seconds. PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG Forming the Screen or Pick The player forming the pick or screen will need to know the direction in which the ball handler is moving, in order to set him or herself up correctly to screen the guarding defender. According to Singapore national basketballer Lim Jia Min, there are two common moves that usually result from a pick and roll. Variations and Possible Outcomes Using the Pick and Roll Group Drill 1: 1. Jab to shift the defender to one side after receiving the ball 2. Teammate comes in to set up the screen / pick 3. With the defender blocked, pass the ball back to the teammate for a finish! Group Drill 2: 1. Jab to shift the defender to one side after receiving the ball 2. Teammate comes in to set up the screen / pick 3. With the defender blocked, drive all the way to the basket for a simple finish PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. There is a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each of the five zones, with ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre hosting the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre hosting the East Zone. PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #SportsEvents

This week we focus on the Shammgod, a popular move in basketball in tightly guarded spaces, in our Basketball Tips with Singapore's national basketballers PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG What is a Shammgod? Whether you are new to basketball and want to find out what a Shammgod is, or you've been playing basketball for some time and wanting to learn how to do a Shammgod move well, this article is for you! A Shammgod is basically a very popular basketball move used to beat a defender to buy you precious time and space as you dribble, particularly in tight spaces and in highly guarded areas. Selling the Toss It involves "selling the toss" with one hand, to get whoever is guarding you to commit, before quickly reaching across your body with the opposite hand and dragging the ball over, a quick shift of gears and momentum the other way to leave your marker rooted to the ground for a precious few seconds. In this third tutorial series with Singapore national basketballers, Delvin Goh goes through step-by-step how to execute a Shammgod well in any game. PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG The Shammgod in Steps Step 1: Sell the Toss Step 2: Wait for the Defender to Move Towards the Ball Step 3: Once they Commit, Pull to the Opposite Side Step 4: Explode Forward and Accelerate The key here is in successfully "selling the toss", and in exploding forward. Many youth basketballers do not observe the defender's positioning and reaction to the "toss" before going in the opposite direction, thus making the move a lot less effective. Acceleration in the opposition direction within the first second once the defender has committed is also critical to buy you time and space. FILE PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. Team registrations for the tournament can be done here, and needs to be done before 7 February 2022. Do sign up for the Central and East Zones, organised by KIN Productions! There will be a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each zone, with ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre hosting the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre hosting the East Zone. The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #SportsEvents

The Shot Circuit is a time-based shooting challenge, testing your football accuracy in front of goal PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG It's been a while since we've all played some decent football. After two years of no team sports, with social kickabouts limited to a disappointing 5 persons per activity, we are now edging closer to a comeback for social football, and at least play a decent two sided game! But what's football without banter and challenges? This week we bring you the first of a series of three football-themed challenges done in conjunction with the upcoming ActiveSG Cup 2022 Football 4v4 Tournament. The Shot Circuit Challenge Designed for forwards and attacking players, this time-based challenge is aptly labelled The Shot Circuit, and comprises five targets in goal. Each participant is required to go through a mini circuit which begins from outside the penalty box. It begins with two long-ranged attempts at goal before you progress into the penalty box. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG Inside the penalty area, each participant will need to weave through a series of cones before executing a shot with proper technique across goal to the other corner. (Example: If you have weaved through cones on the right, you have to shoot across to the left side of goal) Goals scored on the same side as the cones will not be counted. Non Dominant Foot Shooting Required Participants will then have to do the same with the other set of cones, with one of these two attempts being done with your non dominant foot. Your final and fifth shot comes after returning to the penalty spot, where you execute a volley or half volley shot on the turn. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG The targets in goal comprise the two top corners (100 points each), two bottom corners (50 points), ball dangling in the centre of goal (75 points). The fastest participant to complete the circuit will receive an extra 50 points. How did our host and two freestylers fare? Watch the video to find out for yourselves! PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG About Football 4v4, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 Football 4v4 is a football tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. Team registrations for the tournament can be done here, and needs to be done before 7 February 2022. Do sign up for the East Zone, organised by D2D Sports! #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Football #SportsEvents

Tips from Singapore basketballers Delvin Goh and Lim Jia Min on what constitutes a good crossover, and how many basketballers do it wrong PHOTO: SYUHAINI AZLIN, SPORTPLUS.SG Basketballers at every level attempt the crossover, but not all of them execute it well and effectively sell the dummy to an opponent. In this section of our basketball tutorial with Singapore national basketballers Delvin Goh and Lim Jia Min, we discuss the most important tip in order to make a crossover effective when beating your defender. Change of Direction Fancy footwork and incorporating a crossover into your dribbling combos may impress newbies, but to seasoned defenders who are able to read your body movement well, not shifting your body weight enough for a sudden change in direction is unlikely to throw them off balance. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG Many younger players who have yet to master this skill may change direction a little bit, but not quite enough for it to be effective. This is the second of an eight part basketball tutorial series for the ActiveSG Cup 2022, Basketball 3x3 tournament. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. Team registrations for the tournament can be done here, and needs to be done before 7 February 2022. Do sign up for the Central and East Zones, organised by KIN Productions! There will be a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each zone, with ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre hosting the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre hosting the East Zone. The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #SportsEvents

Singapore basketballers Delvin Goh and Lim Jia Min share personal favourite dribbling combos that have proven to be effective at international level PHOTO: JOHN YEONG, SPORTPLUS.SG While it's a known fact that dribbling in basketball is a fundamental skill needed in any game, being able to beat a defender in tight spaces is especially important for offensive players during competition. In anticipation of the Basketball 3x3 tournament for the ActiveSG Cup 2022, Singapore national basketballers Delvin Goh and Lim Jia Min shared with SportPlus some of the effective dribbling combos they have used from their years of experience competing in international matches. Here are two of their favourite combos, broken down step-by-step. Delvin's Dribbling Combo Move: Step 1: Keep Your Body Low Step 2: Execute a Crossover Step 3: Between the Legs Dribble Step 4: Behind the Back PHOTO: JOHN YEONG, SPORTPLUS.SG Pro Tip: The key here is to keep your eye on the defender and make sure he or she commits to the direction you are feinting before going the other way. Once you have committed the defender, acceleration in the opposite direction is key to giving you those few extra yards in bringing the ball towards the rim. Jia Min's Dribbling Combo Move: Step 1: Read Defender's Shift Step 2: Crossover in the opposite direction Step 3: Explode forward once defender reacts Step 4: Take your shot with the extra space created PHOTO: JOHN YEONG, SPORTPLUS.SG Pro Tip: As simple as this dribbling combo move may sound, it has proven to be incredibly effective in most game scenarios. The key again is to keep your eye on the defender, and to read the direction in which they are moving. Once they have shifted their body weight in one direction, that is your cue to explode forward into space created to take your shot. This is the first of an eight part basketball tutorial series for the ActiveSG Cup 2022, Basketball 3x3 tournament. About Basketball 3x3, ActiveSG Cup 2022 The ActiveSG Cup 2022 is a basketball tournament for youths 15-19 years-old. Team registrations for the tournament can be done here, and needs to be done before 7 February 2022. Do sign up for the Central and East Zones! There will be a centralised venue playing host to the qualifiers in each zone, with ActiveSG Clementi Sport Centre hosting the Central Zone and ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sport Centre hosting the East Zone. The top two teams from each zone will qualify for the Super League, while the teams that rank third and fourth will qualify for the Prime League, with these taking place on 18 and 19 March, before a Grand Final to finish off the ActiveSG Cup action at Our Tampines Hub on 20 March. #SportPlusSG #ActiveSGCup #Basketball #SportsEvents