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Dribble, Step and Shoot Drill

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Purpose

Teaches players basic passing and Players learn to shoot a layup off of the dribble.

Drill Setup

  • Players form two lines at the wings.
  • Younger players should start from the second hash mark or elbow area

How it Works

  1. Start in triple threat position, holding a ball at chin height and facing the basket
  2. Right Hand Dribble, Step & Shoot: Make two dribbles with the right hand, pick up the ball, step right, step left, then shoot the layup with your right hand
  3. Left Hand Step & Shoot: Make two dribbles with the left hand, pick up the ball, step right, step left, then shoot the layup with your right hand
  4. Get your own rebound, and go to the back of the other line

Coaching Tips

  • Dribble under control with your head up and eyes on the basket
  • Gather the ball with two hands and place it under the chest before going into the shot
  • On the left side, players start with a crossover drive. On the right side, they start with a direct drive.
  • High jump … don’t long jump – players should be jumping high not long when shooting.

Shooting Layups – The Basics: Part 2

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In today’s video, we are continuing our discussion on Shooting Layups. If you missed part one of this series, you can read it here!

Shooting Layups: The Basics – Part 2

In our previous video, we broke down the basic mechanics of the layup, and ran through a couple of drills patterns that did not use the ball. Now we are going to talk about drills you can work with the ball.

Run With The Ball

After your players are comfortable with the basic mechanics of the layup shot, the next step is to work on carrying the ball and shooting the layup (carrying – we are not dribbling yet).

– Carrying the ball on your right side, with the chin in position, you’ll shoot 3 layups going down with the right hand. Change the ball carry side and do 3 layups coming back with the left hand.

– You are not going to begin in triple threat – instead you are going to walk out a few steps, shoot a layup and hold the follow-through until the ball hits the floor. Remember to “shoot for the stars” and make a parachute with the hand.

Dribble With The Ball

Now you are going to take a shot off the dribble. Use a direct drive going out and a cross over drive coming back.

– Begin in triple threat, right hand dribble and take a few steps, then shoot a right hand layup, holding the follow-through until the ball hits the floor.  Change the ball carry side and come back, shooting a left hand layup.

– Don’t forget to jump off the shooting leg, and also be sure you use the two handed pickup!

 

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Shooting Layups – The Basics: Part 1

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In today’s video blog post, we are going to be talking about an awesome topic – Shooting Layups!  In “Shooting Layups – The Basics: Part 1”, we are breaking down the fundamentals of layup shooting, and demonstrating a great no ball drill you can incorporate into your practice plan, so your young players can get comfortable with making those layup shots!

Shooting Layups – The Basics: Part 1

When you are shooting a layup, always remember that it, if it is a pass, is a two-handed catch and if it’s a dribble, it’s a two-handed pick-up. So you always pick the ball up with two hands, and chin the ball (get the ball) on your outside shoulder. Jump off of the opposite foot, so the same arm and leg will go up in the jump.

Remember to start with your hand behind the ball, elbow under the ball and a complete follow through. Be sure to use the backboard on almost every layup (unless you can dunk it!)

Shooting Layups Drill – Running Without The Ball

– Beginning with a right hand layup shot, start in triple threat and take a few steps with chin to the (imaginary) ball. Jump off the opposite foot (the left foot) and extend for maximum height, with the shooting arm strong.

– Be sure to hold the follow through. Follow through means shoot for the stars and make a parachute with your hand. So shoot high and make a parachute with your hand – not too tight and not too soft, but firm. Remember, a parachute floats!

– Come back down the court, working the left hand layup shot with the same steps, beginning with a crossover drive and hopping off the right foot.

– Perform a minimum of 3 right handed layups and 3 left handed layups

Got it? Now check out part 2 of this series for more tips on shooting layups!

Stay tuned for more great drill topics, tips and tricks for shooting layups!  Ans be sure to “Like” Us on Facebook or join us on Google+, where we talk about footwork drills, basketball mechanics, shooting and dribbling and much more!