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Footwork is always important in executing a correct lay up shot.

Shooting from the right side, the player should lead off their left foot and reach up to the basket extending right arm up towards basket at the same time as keeping the right knee bent to aid lift.

Aim to place the ball on the backboard so that it rebounds back into the basket.

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Free throw shooting:

Ensure the player's shooting arm has the elbow at approximately 90 degrees underneath the ball.

The wrist should be cocked back underneath the ball.

The non shooting hand should only be used as a guide to stabilise the ball.

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Jump shot positioning | Shooting Techniques

Jump shot positioning:

Players should throw the ball in the air slightly ahead of themselves for them to step onto.

As they catch the ball they should jump slightly.

As they turn towards in mid-air towards where the basket is they should raise the ball above their head so that when they land they are ready to shoot.

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Lay Up Shot - Stage 1 | Shooting Techniques

Lay Up Shot - Stage 1:

  • The player holds the ball and walks towards the basket.
  • The player then (right handed player) plants their left foot, bends their right foot forward, and shoots the ball with the right hand.
  • Distance should be 1 step away.

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    Lay Up Shot - Stage 2 | Shooting Techniques

    Lay Up Shot - Stage 2:

  • Same as stage 1 only the player jogs and jumps from their left foot and shoots.

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