Fundamentals of Shooting a Basketball

This is Proper Shooting Technique

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Nice Shoot

This lesson will show students five important

fundamentals of shooting a basketball.

In this lesson you will learn these fundamentals

1. Keeping your eyes on the target2. Stance and Balance3. Grip4. Delivery5. Follow-through

Eyes on the Target Your target focus is very important! Keep eyes on the target and not

following the ball For improved accuracy locate rim as

early as possible

What we've covered so far:

Eyes on the target Stance and balance Grip Delivery Follow-through

Stance and Balance Feet should be

shoulder width apart

Stance should be slightly staggered

Consistency in stance is key in whatever stance you use

Knees should be bent when shooting

What we've covered so far:

Eyes on the target Stance and balance Grip Delivery Follow-through

Grip Line up fingertip pads with seems of

the basketball Leave space between basketball and

palm of your hand Spread fingers apart so you can

balance ball in one hand

What we've covered so far:

Eyes on the target Stance and balance Grip Delivery Follow-through

Delivery

Ball motion should start directly upwards

Elbow should be in L shape under the ball

Ball should stay in front of your head not behind it

Delivery Continued Shooting hand

extends in straight line towards rim

Ball should come off hand with backspin

Guide hand stays on side of ball

What we've covered so far:

Eyes on the target Stance and balance Grip Delivery Follow-through

Follow-through Wrists should be

relaxed

Fingers pointed toward target

Finish high

Hold follow through position until ball goes through the net

What we've covered so far:

Eyes on the target Stance and balance Grip Delivery Follow-through

Let’s Review Keep eyes on target not the ball Feet shoulder width apart and slightly

staggered Fingers spread apart to balance ball Elbow in L shape under ball and

extend hand toward rim Relax wrist and finish high

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