How to Become a SlamBall Player

SlamBall is an extreme version of basketball. Becoming a SlamBall player is tough -- but not impossible. Modeled after real sports and video games, a SlamBall court features eight large jumping pads that players use to launch themselves high into the air while trying to score. Four players at a time go at it on a basketball-like court -- two players per team -- and all players must wear elbow and knee pads. The goal of the sport is to maneuver to the opponent's basket and score as many times as possible in the allotted time.

Instructions

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      Visit the SlamBall LLC website. Click on the Player Application tab under the "So You Want to Play SlamBall" link on the right side of the home page.

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      Fully complete the SlamBall Player Application Form. Click the "Submit Application" tab. Allow up to 14 days for a representative to respond with tryout details. Reapply after 14 days if no one has contacted you. Note that you must be 18 years old to apply to play SlamBall.

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      Hit the gym. Pump up your body by eating healthy and working out. Perform exercises for your legs, midsection and shoulders to increase strength and muscle tone. Run on a treadmill to boost your speed and endurance. Practice squats and jumps on a regular basis and stretch before and after every workout. Many college football and basketball players -- even some former professional athletes -- play SlamBall, so preparing to take on guys with size and speed is essential.

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      Master the positions and rules of SlamBall. Learn the "Handler" position, the on-court manager, identical to a point guard on a basketball team. Become familiar with "Gunner" and "Stopper" positions -- the lead offensive and defensive players, respectively.

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      Study SlamBall court formations and strategy. Embrace your sense of fearlessness and calm under pressure to excel at performing athletic moves up to 20 feet in the air.