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OrientationHelping young males reaching their maximum level of success.
Helping them become more knowledgeable about the game of basketball and having fun while doing it.
Jum
p S
hot
Is the most common shot made at the
perimeter, also known as a set shot.
This is done by getting the right height
before throwing the ball to the basketball
Jum
p S
hot Also have to follow
through with the ball This is done by
maintaining your form
while the ball is on the
way to the basket.
Free T
hro
w
Its given after the opponent has
committed a personal foul or technical
foulThis is an unguarded shot taken in the
free throw line and is worth 1 point.
Dunk
One of the most exciting shots that can be by
jumping high enough to get your hands on the
rim while still holding the ball.
Slam the ball and grab the rim to add more
excitement.
Alle
y O
op
A pass and shoot sequence that
involves great coordination between
passer and the receiver of the ball.
The ball is thrown to a player in mid air
who will also shoot the ball before he
touches the ground
Lay
Up
The most common shot made inside the paint
This is also the easiest shot to make
Drive to the basket, take off to get the right
elevation, an lay the ball directly to the rim or
off the board with one hand
Hook
Shot
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar trademarked this.
This shot is done by turning your body
one the side while the head is still
facing the basket.
Shooti
ng F
orm
s
Eyes on target- To improve accuracy, locate
the target (rim) as early as possible.
Keep your eyes on the target and do not
follow the flight of the ball. Keeping your
target focus is very important.
Sta
nce
and
Bala
nce
Feet are shoulder width apart for
good balance. Feet should be in
slightly staggered stance that is
consistent comfortable for you.
Sta
nce
&
Bala
nce
#2
Your shooting foot is slightly ahead of the
non shooting foot in a comfortable
position.
Point feet in the general direction of the
basket, but not necessarily directly at it.
We prefer an open stance.
Sta
nce
&
Bala
nce
#3
Once you develop a comfortable stance,
lineup your feet the exact same way on
every shot.
Whatever stance you use, consistency is
critical. Bend your knees on every shot.
Shot Po
cket
As you catch
the ball, move
it quickly into
the shot pocket.
Line up
everything so
that the ball
and your
shooting eye
form a straight
line to the
basket.
Position the ball several inches above your waist.
Grip the ball properly and be ready to shoot.
Position the ball in your shot pocket the same way every time you catch it.
Gri
p
Place the air hole between the middle and index fingers.
Line up your fingertip
pads parallel to the long seams of the ball,
so you can monitor the back spin.
Gri
p
Leave space between
the ball and middle of
your palm. You should be able to
insert a pencil between
the ball and your rear.
Spread your fingers for
enough apart to comfortably balance the
ball. The ball should sit on your
pads.
Bala
nce
Hand
Your non shooting hand should be on the side of the ball.
Your balanced hand should not add force or spin to the shot.
Your non shooting hand should not move on delivery and should always off the ball first.
Deliv
ery
The ball should start
motion directly upwards
from the shot pocket.
Your elbow should be
positioned comfortably
under the ball. The ball stays in front of
you should not go behind
your head. Uncoil your body with your
legs, core, and arm power.
Your elbow and wrist.
Quiz One of the most
exciting shots that can
be by jumping high enough to get you hands on the rim while
still holding the wall is
what?
Answ
er
1. Lay up 2. Free Throw 3. Jump Shot 4. Dunk 5. Hook Shot 6. Alley Oop Excellent! Right
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