The Basketball Movement Instagram

Don’t miss out on so much good content over at The Basketball Movement’s Instagram!

If you have not been following The Basketball Movement on Instagram, you have been, unfortunately, missing out on some of the best hoops media the area has to offer.

Of course, the page covers Yanders Law basketball and We Are United hoops. However, there is plenty more than that! We have high-quality images of events like the Tournament of Champions, as well as highlight reels of local high school standouts.

For those of you with other social media sites of preference, we post all articles and big news to The Basketball Movement Twitter and our Facebook page. Those pages act as areas for announcements of events and clinics also.

As far as straight-to-the-action basketball content, our Instagram serves as the highlight platform of choice.

Head over, drop a follow, and enjoy our hand-picked content as we continue to cover the best sport in the world.

Yanders Law Basketball - Contact

Reach out to Yanders Law Basketball, Southwest Missouri’s premier AAU program.

#LawNation is alive and well as we continue to grow the basketball scene in Southwest Missouri. Yanders Law AAU has seen plenty of success over the years, but we are always looking ahead.

Yanders Law remains under The Basketball Movement’s umbrella. This site is the digital home of Yanders Law, as our courts are its physical home. However, we are introducing a way for you to contact the Yanders Law Basketball program directly.

We are separating Yanders Law inquiries from The Basketball Movement inquiries. You may email yanderslaw@hotmail.com to get in touch with Coaches concerning tryouts, program information, and more. You may also do it through our website here.

As always, you may also contact The Basketball Movement to schedule workouts, get general information, and more by emailing basketballmovement@yahoo.com or through this website here.

Contact one of the top AAU programs in the Midwest, and we can work together to continue building something special!

Workout with The Basketball Movement

This St. Patrick’s Day, we want you to know how to get the most out of your “green.” When it comes to hoops, at least.

Many hoopers from this area and beyond have been elevating their game with The Basketball Movement. Those familiar with the local basketball scene see that many of the best players are part of #LawNation (Yanders Law AAU) or have put in time at The Basketball Movement.

We assure you, this is not due to luck (sorry, St. Pat).

Most of us at The Basketball Movement are parents ourselves and understand the desire to see our children succeed. By now, we have proven that the best way for athletes to experience success is by putting in time at our facility with our elite core of coaches.

There are many ways to work on basketball skills, but we are confident that we provide the most bang for your buck, not just in Southwest Missouri but in the whole Midwest. Getting your athletes in front of trainers requires green no matter where you take them, so why not the most proven talent developers in this part of the country?

The good news is that our pricing system is very reasonable for what The Basketball Movement provides. Contact The Basketball Movement to get a feel for what that means for you or your athlete(s). Younger players can also try our Saturday Clinics to experience our atmosphere before diving into skill development workouts.

With the elite crew of trainers at The Basketball Movement, you can get the most out of your greens not just on St. Patrick's Day but year-round.

The Basketball Movement Saturday Clinic

Check out the premier basketball training facility in the Midwest with The Basketball Movement Saturday Clinics.

The Basketball Movement’s bread and butter is our individual or group skill development training (contact us for more info!). We have trained elite area talent, NCAA men and women athletes, and NBA players. The Basketball Movement has a notable history of being a developer of people.

However, not every hooper is ready for intense training, whether due to age or skill level. That is why we implemented Saturday Clinics, an inexpensive way for young players to work on the basics and sharpen their basketball skills.

Every Saturday, the Clinics are held from 9:00-11:00 am unless otherwise posted on our site or social pages.

These mini-camp-style open gyms are for both boys and girls from 2nd to 8th grade. It is $25 to participate. Parents of multiple eligible athletes may be entitled to a discount.

Registration is not necessary, but if you have questions or want to ensure spots, you can call (417) 861-2166 and speak with Coach Craig.

Saturday Clinics are a fun weekend activity that we are thrilled to provide to our community. If you have any further questions, call or email basketballmovement@yahoo.com

We look forward to seeing you!

Yanders Law Spring Tryouts

Information on Yanders Law 2026 Spring tryouts for 15, 16, and 17u Boys!

Yanders Law Spring tryouts are nearly upon us - they will be held March 14th (1-3pm) and 15th (3-5pm), right here at The Basketball Movement (2135 N. Sports Complex Lane, Nixa, MO) for boys interested in the 15, 16, and 17-year-old and under divisions.

No pre-registration is required - Players or parents will be given a sheet upon arrival to record the basics: age/grade, contact info, etc. The tryouts will include drills to assess skills as well as competitive-play scenarios.

Yanders Law is a storied AAU program - the premier program in Southwest Missouri. Our home base is right here at The Basketball Movement.

Our alumni are scattered across the country, as well as here locally, playing at the next level. We consistently turn out better players and better people. Don’t miss out on The Movement!

We look forward to seeing everyone! #LawNation

The Basketball Movement Skill Development

Take a look at the cornerstone of The Basketball Movement: our skill development workouts and training.

The trainers at The Basketball Movement are well-known for developing players and people. Through the sport, they have grown young people into more confident individuals and better leaders. Also, folks who come around here tend to get exponentially better at the game of basketball.

The Basketball Movement has much to offer, but the individual or group skill development workouts provided here are what put the movement on the map.

Whether training a professional hooper or working with a group of grade schoolers who need to hone their fundamentals, The Basketball Movement approaches the sport with a seriousness and intensity that bring out the best in players.

Our founder, Rob Yanders, was hard-nosed, driven, honest, and an advocate for personal growth. He was one of the elite basketball minds available in this part of the country, and he passed along what he knew to his trusted trainers and coaches right here at The Basketball Movement.

Those who come to us to get better must be ready to WORK. If they can hang, they will rise above their competition. If you follow basketball in Southwest Missouri, you have seen it yourself.

High school basketball is one thing, but The Basketball Movement is also equipped to train collegiate and professional players. With a theater dedicated to film study, room and board available, a barber shop, and other amenities modeled after pro facilities, Yanders built something few others in the Midwest could try to replicate.

To get involved with The Basketball Movement and come get this work, contact us.

Not every player will be up to the sweat-drench, basketball knowledge overload that The Basketball Movement delivers. But those with a passion for the game and a genuine desire to improve are welcome. You want to get to the next level, and we can help you. Reach out!

The love of the game

It is almost Valentine's Day, so The Basketball Movement reminds you of the importance of loving what you do.

Keeping a love of the game of basketball is very important when striving to become a great player. Loving what you do does not have to apply only to basketball or other sports - it is essential to love your job, your life, and whatever motivates you to be great.

We hear from the pros all the time about their love for the game or, occasionally, how they fall out of love and drift away from the sport. A love of the game is a common theme among top-tier athletes.

Almost everyone likes sports, but it takes true passion to be in the gym for hours each day, perfecting your craft.

“The game of basketball has been everything to me. My place of refuge, place I’ve always gone where I needed comfort and peace. It’s been the site of intense pain and the most intense feelings of joy and satisfaction. It’s a relationship that has evolved over time, given me the greatest respect and love for the game.”
— Michael Jordan

Do not be afraid to pour your heart into something like basketball. Even when your days as a player are over, the game gives back in unexpected ways. You can love watching the game, coaching the game, writing about the game (a personal favorite), and much more.

This Valentine's Day, cherish what you love. Have a little chocolate if you must, but remember to put down the box and get some free throws up, too.

Happy Valentine's Day from The Basketball Movement!

Cold weather sport

Cold outside? No problem. Indoor court, outdoor court, no court - there is always a way to keep working on your game.

Life will always give you great excuses not to hone your craft. Bad weather, full schedule, no gym, the list goes on. There is nothing wrong with taking breaks or needed time off - life happens. Just remember that the players you are striving to be better than may not be doing the same.

Basketball is, of course, primarily an indoor sport. If the weather is good enough for you to get to a gym, you can practice to your heart's content. Not everyone has court access (you can at least check out the Movement's Saturday Open Clinic), but there are always things you can do.

Locked in the house with bad weather? Grab a basketball. No, we're not going to tell you to dribble around the house. Do some around the worlds to keep your handles and the feel of the ball fresh. Lie flat on your back and get some shots up. Not hitting the ceiling, just watching the rotation of the ball to check your release and flick of the wrist.

Sharpen your mind

Whether you are a player or even a coach, there is always studying to be done on the game. Watch game footage. You do not need tapes of opponents or anything like that. Watch some NBA. Watch some college hoops. Get on YouTube and watch some of the greats to learn footwork and where to be on D.

Visualization can be a big part of the game. The same way pros visualize the ball going in the hoop at the free-throw line, you can put yourself in the shoes of the players you see on the screen. Keep your eye out for players that you think you can model your game after.

Not everyone can be LeBron James, but there are things to be learned from any player who has made it to college or the NBA. Work on your weaknesses, but also focus on your strengths to become elite.

If the weather has you cooped up, keep these things in mind. For more motivation, news, and everything hoops, keep it locked to The Basketball Movement.

The Basketball Movement Saturday Clinic

Check out the premier basketball training facility in the Midwest with The Basketball Movement Saturday Clinics.

The Basketball Movement’s bread and butter is our individual or group skill development training (contact us for more info!). We have trained elite area talent, NCAA men and women athletes, and NBA players. The Basketball Movement has a notable history of being a developer of people.

However, not every hooper is ready for intense training, whether due to age or skill level. That is why we implemented Saturday Clinics, an inexpensive way for young players to work on the basics and sharpen their basketball skills.

Every Saturday, the Clinics are held from 9:00-11:00 am unless otherwise posted on our site or social pages.

These mini-camp-style open gyms are for both boys and girls from 2nd to 8th grade. It is $25 to participate. Parents of multiple eligible athletes may be entitled to a discount.

Registration is not necessary, but if you have questions or want to ensure spots, you can call (417) 861-2166 and speak with Coach Craig.

Saturday Clinics are a fun weekend activity that we are thrilled to provide to our community. If you have any further questions, call or email basketballmovement@yahoo.com

We look forward to seeing you!

Back to school

The spring semester is underway for 2026! Time to lock in more ways than one.

For student athletes, holiday break still often consists of work. The holidays are a great time for reflection and togetherness, and we hope you all achieved that, from grade schoolers up through college athletes. However, those with goals and dreams of continuous improvement, and even greatness, likely spent some of the break hard at work, improving their game.

Now, school is back in session. Attention is once again split among athletics, academics, and social lives. Not always an easy balance to maintain.

For student athletes, education is paramount. There is a lot to learn from sports as well as character to be built. However, classrooms do their own character-building, and what you learn and your growth in ability to learn are crucial.

So, how to balance everything? You must focus in the classroom, and you need to be a positive part of your community and society, treating others with respect and kindness. So where does hooping come in?

There is almost never enough time to do everything you want or even need to do. But you want to be a starter on your school’s squad, right? Help your team win? Be able to endure longer than your competition and have the skills to make it count? Of course you do.

Those with a strong work ethic find ways to make time for improvement. This is done by maximizing the time you have. Luckily, players around here have the cheat code, if they have what it takes to use it.

The Basketball Movement can turn even a few hours a week into substantial dividends. If you invest your time here, the returns will show almost immediately.

Our results are currently on display in gyms all around the country. Those who are willing to use their limited time to invest in themselves are guaranteed to see results here. The work is hard - we do not hide that fact. But if you are up for it, you. will. improve.

Back to school, back to being busy. But don’t turn your back on basketball. Don’t fall behind your teammates or opponents. Make time and make it count with The Basketball Movement. Our skill development training is unparalleled in this part of the country. If you are up for it, take advantage! Reach out today!

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Happy New Year!

Setting goals is a big key to elevating all aspects of life. The start of a new year is always the perfect time to reflect on those goals.

New Year’s Day is always a time for reflection and goal-setting as one year ends and a new one begins. As most seasoned athletes do, the staff of The Basketball Movement knows the importance of setting goals. For our part, we are looking confidently to the future.

We expect our players to meet and conquer challenges, and we intend to do the same, no matter the gravity of those obstacles.

The Basketball Movement is still growing and getting better and better each day. There is plenty on deck in 2026. The Basketball Movement will continue to grow because Rob Yanders always dreamed bigger and never settled while honing his craft and his basketball facility. We keep that energy.

Coming off a year of adjustment and growth, The Basketball Movement is still poised to hit the ground running. Leading the pack, our trainers, coaches, media team, and family are ready to provide the top basketball experience in the Midwest for everything on the court and off. Stay tuned for our best year yet!

Contact The Basketball Movement to set up some workouts and get a jump on the new year!

Merry Christmas from The Basketball Movement

Merry Christmas, everyone! We talk a lot about using holidays and weekends to outwork your opponents but maybe hang with family on this one.

At The Basketball Movement, we are serious about hoops. However, we are also well aware that there are plenty of things that are bigger than basketball. Here on The Basketball Movement blog, we have discussed doing inside work on cold days, getting in a gym on holiday weekends, and more. That said, Christmas is one of the most important times of the year to step away from work, school, and play to focus on what matters.

The Basketball Movement family has plenty to be thankful for. The power of basketball and the purity of Rob Yanders’ vision for us have been a guiding light. We are blessed to be here still, carrying his dream forward and bettering our community through the game we all love.

To all players, parents, fans, and The Basketball Movement trainers and staff - Merry Christmas! This is an excellent time to reflect on a year’s worth of accomplishments, hardships overcome, and great things on the horizon.

Thank you to everyone who helped us to make 2025 successful in many ways. We are proud of everything that has been accomplished and proud to have worked with everyone who helped to make it happen.

Enjoy this time with family and friends, and remember what Christmas is all about. Have a blessed and Merry Christmas, everyone!

Stay warm at The Basketball Movement this winter

The Basketball Movement is the home for any hooper with a ferocious work ethic.

It may be cold outside, but you can stay warm and keep your skills sharp all winter at The Basketball Movement.

High school boys and girls, professional hoopers, grade school kids, college players… it does not matter who you are - we want to help you reach your next goal as a player. Hopefully, we can teach you enough about putting in work that it also carries over off the court.

Though we accept willing players from all levels, we ask a lot from the athletes who step on our court. Do not show up here if you cannot work hard and give the necessary effort. We hold ourselves to high standards and associate only with players who do the same.

If that sounds like you, come get this work.

The Basketball Movement’s bread and butter is skill development. Our trainers include former players and individuals who have been obsessed with the sport for as long as they can remember. You will be challenged, and if you are willing to accept that, you will improve.

We also offer film analysis for higher-level players - one of the most undervalued skills you can have at the college and pro levels. Learning it can be difficult, and we are one of the few teachers around.

One-on-One workouts, group work, strength and conditioning… we are equipped with everything necessary to elevate your game, all wrapped up in a facility modeled with professional setups in mind.

If you or your athlete is prepared to take their game to the next level, reach out to us at basketballmovement@yahoo.com or even drop by and see for yourself what we are all about at 2135 N Sports Complex Ln, Nixa, MO 65714.

Serious improvement is not for the faint of heart. We look forward to hearing from the warriors who want to sharpen their iron with ours. We’ll see you on the court.

Highlights on The Basketball Movement

Keep up with area highlights with The Basketball Movement!

The Basketball Movement is the number one hoops destination in Southwest Missouri for multiple reasons. An elite training facility and the home of the Yanders Law AAU program, we also promote local basketball and spotlight prominent players.

One of the benefits of being a gym rat of The Basketball Movement or a prominent Yanders Law player is that our media team creates highlights to elevate exposure. We do this for our older players, not just for fun, but also to help them receive attention should they decide to pursue ball at the next level.

One of the most active areas to follow is The Basketball Movement's Instagram.

We appreciate your following and sharing, which helps our athletes! We create clips and images of many players, though it does take time. If you are an athlete under The Basketball Movement umbrella without media, please be patient and keep balling out.

Follow the Movement everywhere you can! See you soon in a gym near you.

Happy Thanksgiving from The Basketball Movement!

The Basketball Movement treats those involved in what we do like family, so we are so grateful for every member - trainers, players, parents, and everyone behind the scenes.

As The Basketball Movement and Yanders Law boldly push forward through the odds, it is crucial to pause and reflect on why we must be thankful. We have said it many times, but we will start by acknowledging our gratitude for the legacy and life lessons left to us by the great Rob Yanders. We miss Coach Rob every day and are eternally grateful for him.

A few words from Jen, Rob’s wife, in the post below:

Beyond that, we are thankful for individual player achievements, successful events, continued Yanders Law success, and much more. As great as all those things are, we are still most thankful for you.

Anyone who has teamed up with The Basketball Movement has created a bond for life. Nothing can be accomplished in what we do without the driving force of the individuals involved. Without the relationships formed, there would not be success.

We are also grateful for the outpouring of love for Rob’s family and all he left behind.

There is nothing soft or embarrassing about showing gratitude. Many individuals take time to help you achieve; the least you can do is thank them. Those small acts of kindness reassure the helpers and make them want to help again and again. You never know who needs reassurance, so take three seconds to make someone’s day.

We want to personally thank our trainers and staff, who dedicate so much time to bettering not just The Basketball Movement and our programs but all the young men and women involved.

Another personal thank you to the unsung heroes: Parents and guardians of the players. A final thank you to the players who make us what we are. You are part of something special because you make it special. Nothing we do is possible without you, and we want nothing but the best for each and every one of you.

Everyone enjoy the holiday! If you get too full, just run out and get some shots up to burn off those excess calories. Or, hit us up and come get this work!

Skill Development Workouts

Take a look at the cornerstone of The Basketball Movement: our skill development workouts and training.

The Basketball Movement is well-known as a developer of people. Through the sport, we have grown young people into more confident individuals and better leaders. Also, folks who come around here tend to get exponentially better at the game of basketball.

The Basketball Movement has many things to offer, but individual or group skill development workouts provided here are what put the movement on the map.

Whether training a professional hooper or working with a group of grade schoolers who need to hone their fundamentals, The Basketball Movement approaches the sport with a seriousness and intensity that brings out the best in players.

Those who have come through our doors looking to improve must be ready to WORK. If they can hang, they will rise above their competition. If you follow basketball in Southwest Missouri, you've likely seen it firsthand.

High school basketball is one thing, but The Basketball Movement is also equipped to train collegiate and professional players. With a theater dedicated to film study, a barber shop, and other amenities modeled after pro facilities, we have built something few others in the Midwest could try to replicate.

To get involved with The Basketball Movement and come get this work, contact us.

Not every player will be up to the sweat-drenched, basketball knowledge overload that The Basketball Movement delivers. But those with a passion for the game and a genuine desire to improve are welcome. You want to get to the next level, and we can help you. Reach out!

Earning playing time

Year after year, playing time is one of the top issues on the minds of players (and their families).

Whether it is justified or not, many players find themselves not getting the court time they desire. There are situations in which it comes down to coach oversights, preferences, or bias. Almost always, though, a player can increase their playing time by stepping up their game.

“I don’t complain about playing time. My job is to play so well the coach can’t sit me.”
— Shane Battier

All the practice and effort that go into basketball come together in games, which is why it can be so frustrating not to get many minutes, if any at all. No matter the reason for the limited minutes, the frustration is understandable.

That being said, many of your minutes are truly up to you. A coach controls substitutions, but you control your abilities. In a game situation, a coach’s mind is going 100 miles per hour. Many of their decisions are based on split-second instinct. They go to players and schemes with which they are comfortable and that make sense in specific situations.

During your time on the court, time in practice, and even time off the court, present your best self to your coach. Get noticed by your play and demeanor - this will place you more prominently in your coach’s mind. Naturally, this will pay off when those split-second decisions happen in games.

The best thing you can do to increase playing time is simple - step up your game. Just practicing with your team is not going to separate you from the pack. The most significant improvement often occurs during the offseason.

Not only getting up shots but going through basketball-specific workouts like those offered by The Basketball Movement are the kind of thing that separates a team’s best players from the rest.

It can be tough to dig yourself out of the hole that is the bench, so it will take patience and determination. Overcoming adversity is another factor that helps separate the strongest from the pack, however. It is a challenge worth taking on if you are serious about getting more minutes.

Parents - It can be tough to accept sometimes, but this isn’t your battle. Coaching decisions are not yours to make, and you must understand that you have blind spots when it comes to your own children. If coaching actions seem abusive in any way, it is, of course, time to step up. With issues such as playing time, however, support your children and be willing to help them in any way possible.

As mentioned, The Basketball Movement is a tremendous resource in the Midwest for scenarios just like these. If a player is serious about improving in a hurry, The Basketball Movement is the perfect place to start at any level of the game.

Remember, you can contact us at any time here!

Film analysis with The Basketball Movement

An undervalued skill in basketball is knowing how to adequately prepare for matchups - a skill The Basketball Movement can help you develop.

As you grow in the sport of basketball, the intricacies get more and more important. You have heard for a long time that the little things add up - that becomes more true in each level of the sport. By the time you are playing high school ball and especially hit college or the pros, you should have the fundamentals down. You will be working on the finer things.

One area that too often goes uncoached is the art of mental preparation. You may be equipped with a deep bag of on-court skills, but if you aren’t as prepared as your opponent for the mental portion of the game, the scales will tip.

Luckily, you have a resource. The Basketball Movement has been helping players develop these skills for years, not only teaching players to learn on the fly but also what to look for in film analysis. As you grow in the sport, prepping for teams and individual players becomes crucial if you wish to be competitive. Shouldn’t you learn how to get the most out of this aspect of the game? (The answer is yes)

If you as a player or coach need to learn how to adequately prepare for matchups by studying film or even what to look for in-person, contact us at The Basketball Movement.

Our facility includes a state-of-the-art film room that is designed to teach these skills with interactive smart screens and just the guys for the job. Rob Yanders learned from years of collegiate and professional basketball exactly what to look for and exactly how to look for it—and our current coaches and trainers are carrying that knowledge forward for the next generation of elite hoopers.

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This is just one piece of what The Basketball Movement has to offer, but it is a piece that will be difficult to find anywhere else in Southwest Missouri. The specific knowledge and expertise that go into providing lessons on film analysis shouldn’t be discounted. We help hundreds of players each week in so many ways, but this is one way that does not get used enough. Use us! We want to help and need you to know how much more there is than on-the-court action.

Again, to take advantage of our facility and knowledge to give you an edge, please contact The Basketball Movement here and keep it locked to this blog for more of what we do best!

Little Things

Never underestimate the power of the little things. Set hard screens, make sharp cuts, and communicate.

If you have been to The Basketball Movement for at least a couple of clinics or a workout, you have already learned about the little things. Our coaches and trainers know ball - they appreciate full effort on a back cut as much as they do a pretty jumper. A hard screen is as likely to get them out of their seat as a ferocious dunk. If you are putting full effort into everything you do, you will be a standout.

To succeed at the little things in the game takes dedication. For starters, you need to know what you are doing. Pay attention in practice, study the game, and learn from your mistakes. Repetition is huge - oftentimes, doing the little things just comes down to muscle memory. For all of those little things to become muscle memory, you will likely have to be a pro. Until then, it will take frequent, conscious effort.

One of the best ways to hold yourself accountable is to remain engaged. Don’t ball-watch, but remain in constant motion on offense. Be active off the ball. If you are driving hard, the ball will find you. If you set good screens, you will be a better teammate and improve the entire offense.

When it comes to defense, stay low, but make yourself big. That sounds tough, but just make sure you are always in the stance and staying strong. Keep your arms out (or into the opposing player) and your eyes wide open. If you are doing your best to be ready for anything, you are probably doing the little things.

To work on the little things that make basketball such an intricate, special game, you have to get in the gym. Repetition is key, but only if you are doing things the right way. Get with a trainer or coach who knows what they’re doing and will hold you accountable.

It is difficult to say without being too cliché, but the little things really do add up. All of them add up to a whole that benefits your entire team in a big way. Learn how to master the little things with The Basketball Movement!

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Yanders Law inks deal with New Balance - Headed to P32 League

Yanders Law joins P32 and teams up with New Balance - the basketball player’s basketball shoe.

Quality, style, performance. These things are synonymous with New Balance Basketball and Yanders Law hoops. But Yanders Law players are about to get more than just sick kicks.

Yanders Law athletes are about to get a new opportunity on a new platform. The grassroots AAU squad is joining the New Balance P32 League this Fall.

P32 focuses on character, effort, and opportunity. #LawNation was founded on character and effort, and this is certainly a great opportunity for our young hoopers.

New Balance has been making a splash recently on the hoops scene, recently adding 2025 first overall NBA draft pick Cooper Flagg to their lineup of partners that already includes Kawhi Leonard, Darius Garland, Jamal Murray, Cameron Brink, Tyrese Maxey, Zach LaVine, Dejounte Murray, and more.

New Balance and Yanders Law are on the rise. Look for highlights from the P32 league coming at you real soon. Follow the movement!