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SPARQ Testing for Basketball
Do you have what it takes to be a basketball player? The SPARQ is a rating system designed to measure sport-specific athleticism. The results from these tests are combined and weighted using a formula specific to basketball.
The following tests make up the assessments in the Basketball SPARQ.
- One Step Vertical Jump — jumping for maximum height, this test measures explosiveness, and is a reliable indicator of speed. Requiring a single step approach, this test is best measured using a Vertec though other methods may be used.
- 20 Meter Dash — a straight line sprint test that measures acceleration, and is a reliable indicator of speed, agility and quickness.
- 30 Second Endurance Jump — measures agility and lower body strength endurance
- Overhead Power Ball Throw — The test involves throwing a Power Ball over the head for maximum distance. It measures core strength and total body power (boys use a 3kg ball, girls and youth use 2kg)
- Agility Cone Drill — A lateral movement test that measures the agility of the athlete, particularly body control, lateral speed and ability to change directions.
Related Pages
- about the SPARQ Rating System
- Fitness Testing at the NBA Combine
- NBA Pre-Draft Fitness Test selected results
- Fitness Testing for basketball
- more on fitness testing from the fitness testing section
