Basketball Shooting Tips

Your team scores by shooting the basketball into the basket, of course. This is one of the most thrilling aspects of the game.

• When about to shoot, it is important to be relaxed, while also remaining focused on the basket. The shooter should concentrate on that portion of the rim of the basket closest to him/her when shooting the ball into the basket. When shooting bank shots and lay-ups, the player should concentrate on that part of the backboard where they intend banking the ball.
• When shooting the ball into the basket, players should learn to be completely balanced. Proper all round balance of the body is critical when aiming the ball into the hoop.
• It is important to develop the skill to sense when it is the right time to take a shot at the basket. Players must neither shoot to often nor not shoot enough. With enough practice, players will develop the ability to discern when it is the right time to shoot and when not.
• When using the jump shot to shoot, the jump should be natural and not forced. After jumping straight up, the ball should be released right at the crest of their elevation. A simple way to remember this is: "Up – Hover – Shoot."
• The follow through after each shot players take at the basket is also very important. Each time they shoot, players should practice an appropriate follow through.