In the game of basketball, the slam-dunk is one of the most
coveted moves. Although it’s only worth 2 points, dunks are usually the
highlights of the game and leaves fans in awe. However, why as sports fanatics
do we love dunks? Is it because half of us are too short, can’t jump high
enough, or aren’t coordinated enough to ever throw down a dunk? Maybe so, but
nevertheless in any given NBA basketball game there is usually about 3-5 dunks
on average. These dunks often make up Sports Center’s Top 10 Highlights each
night. One might concur that the popularity of dunk is what makes the NBA
thrive as an absolute must see attraction for fans. However is the frequency
and need of the slam-dunk worth jeopardizing the game of Women’s Basketball?
University of Connecticut Women’s Basketball coach, Geno Auriemm, has came up
with the idea of lowering the rims so that women can now gracefully fly threw
the air like their male counterparts and also join in on the slam dunk
festivities. Coach Auriemm believes the dunk will save the game of basketball
for women, thus bringing greater publicity and sponsorship. I don’t agree!
…Personal foul Coach Auriemm!!!
Christian Young
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Christian Young
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