My balance, as a young player, is off. Just look at the dichotomy between us, starting with posture. Michael is standing straight from the waist up. He’s not leaning in either direction, and because of that he is balanced and centered. He is in control of his body, and the play. Compare all that to my defense. Now, I’m using my forearm to thrust weight into his back, just like they teach it. Unfortunately, that’s about all I’m doing right. I’m leaning forward, which is a major no-no, and putting too much pressure on him. That alone, by dint of gravity, causes me to be off-balance. As a result,
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