Why Do Basketball Players Wipe Their Shoes? The Science Behind the Swipes
The Foundation of Movement: Traction and the Basketball Court The Importance of Traction The squeak of sneakers on polished wood. The rhythmic bounce of a basketball. The focused gaze of a player, poised to make a move. But what about that little pre-shot ritual, that frequent act of wiping the soles of their shoes? It’s … Read more
