Video Discription

The purpose of this video is to show me (Aiden) how to accurately and consistently make free throws. It will also give the guys some time to show off and do some tricks, and give me more pointers.

David-Today w’re in the Stannard Gym, I got a few of my teammates here, and we’re gonna show you some free throws and (routines)

(David introduces friends, being shotting, showing correct form, et ct.)

Jojo- How do you wanna shoot? Underhand or overhand?

Aiden- I wanna shoot overhand, like you guys do; Teach me so I’ll know what I’m doing

Jojo- Which is your dominant hand?

A-Umm. I guess my right…

Jojo-Okay, then put your left hand on the side of the ball to guide it, then place your right hand on top. Spread your fingertips, the throw should be all fingertips

A- So keep my elbows in, fingertips do all the work, feet spread, knees bent?

Jojo- Yeah, however feels more fluid…comfortable

(I shoot a bunch, finally get it)

Josh-Okay, so when I shoot, I walk up to the line, bounce the ball twice with his right, then shoots. (Keeps

D-When stepping up to the free-throw line, you always need to put in the most amount of effort; you can never think about missing, no one is perfect, so even if you miss, keep trying.

-I bounce the ball twice, spin it in my hands, then bring it around my back, then shoot

(David shoots)

D- Perfect way, square your back, plant your legs, keep your elbow in an L shape, ball resting on your palm, then squat, and shoot (extending your arm)

A- okay, so like this 

(insert bloopers, failed attempts, David & Friends Laughing)

(Finally makes the shot)

D- Okay Aiden, in order to free throw correctly you need to plant your feet shoulder width apart, knees bent, and loose; remember its all in the wrist

D-For free throws, always remember; elbow, legs, and follow through on your shot. Do that, and you’re good to go.

Persons Included; Josh Bosworth (Interviewed), David Johnson, Aiden Pichette, Trayvon Shirley, Jojo Woodruff (Free Throw Teacher)

Vice; Magazine, News, NSFW

Vice is one of my all time favorite publications; I subscribe to both their email news updates, but to their YouTube channel.

My favorite thing about Vice Mag is the freshness; there is always an interesting, new, up-to-date, accurate report. From sports to global politics, to fashion, Vice has it covered.

My first Vice video was about Fashion Week in Columbia; Vice does their own fashion week, but instead of focusing purely on the US, France, and Italy, they focus internationally, in places like Columbia, Tel Aviv, and Niger. In the Columbian video, they not only focus on the fashion, but the politics behind it.

For example, many people believe the stereotype that all people from Columbia and Latin America have nice curves and big booties. this isn't the case for 100% of the people, so by age 15, most girls in Columbia have had plastic surgery, either breast augmentations or butt implants.

Vice brings to light either delicate, or unknown topics, like the Cannibal Warlords of Liberia or the Kingdom of the Little People, an amusement park based entirely around little people. They highlight not only anything cool, interesting, funny or cute, but things that are graphic, hard to watch, and touching.

They also discus things people don't normally discus, thing's that wouldn't be considered polite dinner conversation. Using the tag NSFW (Not Safe For Work), they can publish articles which discuss XXX rated topics.

Vice makes sure to examine all aspects of their report; social, phycological, economic, everything.
They examine all angles, and shine light onto the deeper meaning behind issues.

For example, in Kingdom of the Little People, the reporter goes to the amusement park which is basically self-sufficiently run by little people from all over Asia. Many people don't think the park is appropriate and that it is a mockery of the little people, however, upon interviewing them, all the little people said that they love it in the Kingdom and that it is the only place they feel welcome.

Getting a deeper insider view into issues or places people may not be aware of is a great way to really show people the world we're living in.

MORE VICE VIDEOS HERE :) :) :)

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Hunting Accident Escalates into Aggravated Assault (Albany, VT)

Conrad Masse, 76, of Craftsbury is one of two men investigated in a hunting related shooting accident in Albany Vermont, has been issued a citation to appear before the Orleans Supreme Court on the 28th of February to answer the charges of Aggravated Assault. 

In addition to his appearance in Court, Masse was also issued tickets by the Fish and Game wardens for shooting from the Road, Having a Loaded Rifle in his Vehicle, and Not Having Proper Display of Permits for the bear hounds he and his accomplice, Wayne Goff 58 of Wolcott, were in possession of.

The two men were hunting bear together, using radio telemetry and GPS to track their dogs who had been previously set on the bears scent. The two men drove down Urie Road in an attempt to head the bear off as it was forced to cross by the dogs.

Goff exited the car first, and positioned himself on the road where he could see if the bear was crossing, while Masse drove exactly 541 feet away and parked the car, also positioning himself where he could see the bear as soon as it emerged. Both men were facing each other, with a large gap between them to channel the bear.

When the bear did cross the road, it did so between the two men. Masse fired his Remington .30-.60 rifle about three times, one bullet striking the bear, one hitting a tree, and the final bullet penetrated Goff's stomach and became lodged in his pelvic area. 

Goff was rushed to North Country Hospital, and then was moved to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center for surgery and treatment. However, Goff was released and is reportedly in stable condition, but will give no comment at this time.

This investigation was the joint efforts of the Vermont State Police and game wardens from the Vermont Department of Fish & Game, which has been ongoing since October of last year, is finally coming to a close.

Shocking Death in Car Crash, Lyndonville VT

Minor Car Accident Turns Lethal in Downtown Lyndonville 

Tragedy struck Lyndonville VT this afternoon, as Annie Coulter, 82, lost control of her car and crashed into the front window of local eatery Central Restaurant, leading to the unexpected death of a patron.

Mrs. Coulter claims that she swerved to avoid a pedestrian heading south on Depot Street, and that her brakes failed before she could stop. Mrs. Coulter's car broke through the front window of the restaurant, injuring Mr. John Barker in the process.

Although Mr. Barker's injuries from the impact were not fatal, he was reported to have suffered multiple lacerations from the shattered glass.

Witnesses say that Barker approached the car with the intention of helping Mrs. Coulter out from the driver's seat, she had suffered minor lacerations and bruising, when he began complaining of pain in his chest, which ultimately lead him to collapse.

EMT quickly arrived at the Restaurant but were unfortunately too late to save Mr. Barker, who died from a heart attack at the scene.

John Barker, aged 59 from Concord VT, was known by friends, family, and the community as a kindhearted, loving man, remembered for his honorable service in the Middle East and as a member of his Neighborhood Watch Program.

Mrs. Coulter is expected to testify in court tomorrow about the events of the case, as Barker's family is attempting to sue her on the grounds of Vehicular Manslaughter.


Below is a link which highlights the death toll on average due to automotive accidents
List of Car-Related Deaths