What is the best technique to shoot perfectly?

What is the best technique to shoot perfectly?

I am asking this question because every time I do netball everyone in my team always expect me to have an perfect shoot but I always miss just because I am good basketball that doesn't mean I am good at netball

ayomide mokoladePlayer, England
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Eleanor DurrPlayer, England

Hi Ayomide,

I can understand your frustration, as shooting in basketball and netball have very different techniques. I have attached a video below that explains the perfect shooting technique - the video also contains audio description so you will be to also hear the description. The most important steps to consider when shooting is to have your feet shoulder width apart, facing the post, you should bend your knees as you take the shot to generate power and flick through with your wrist. Unlike in basketball, you do not have a backboard and therefore you should take your time and focus on the shot. Some people like to imagine a `witches hat` on top of the post - this analogy helps players remember their shot should go up (to the top of the witches hat) and sink into the post.

Good luck with your shooting, I hope this helps.

ANSWERS
Eleanor DurrPlayer, England

Hi Ayomide,

I can understand your frustration, as shooting in basketball and netball have very different techniques. I have attached a video below that explains the perfect shooting technique - the video also contains audio description so you will be to also hear the description. The most important steps to consider when shooting is to have your feet shoulder width apart, facing the post, you should bend your knees as you take the shot to generate power and flick through with your wrist. Unlike in basketball, you do not have a backboard and therefore you should take your time and focus on the shot. Some people like to imagine a `witches hat` on top of the post - this analogy helps players remember their shot should go up (to the top of the witches hat) and sink into the post.

Good luck with your shooting, I hope this helps.

Shooting Technique

DESCRIPTION
Point your feet towards the post shoulder width apart and relax your body Ensure the ball is placed comfortably in your hand and bring the ball above your head Your other hand is used to support the ball and maintain its position Your elbow should have a slight bend and the position of the ball should be above where your ponytail would be Bend from your knees and ankles to get power behind the ball As you release the ball ensure you flick your wrist and your fingertips to followthrough

Shooting Technique

DESCRIPTION
Point your feet towards the post shoulder width apart and relax your body Ensure the ball is placed comfortably in your hand and bring the ball above your head Your other hand is used to support the ball and maintain its position Your elbow should have a slight bend and the position of the ball should be above where your ponytail would be Bend from your knees and ankles to get power behind the ball As you release the ball ensure you flick your wrist and your fingertips to followthrough
ayomide mokoladePlayer, England

thank you

it really helped

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