The objective here is to give you a breakdown on layups in basketball and inside scoring. This will include: Ways to make a layup Layup drills and training Two unstoppable moves for scoring inside Why you should use two foot layups in basketball Tips for finishing at the rim through traffic That way, you’ll be able to dominate on offense. 1. Ways to make a layup in basketball There are multiple types of layups in basketball. Here, we’ll go through the main ones… STANDARD LAYUP After picking up your dribble to hold the ball in two hands, take two steps and score by jumping off one leg. Th ..read more

Here, my intention is to give you the info you need to improve on defense in basketball. We’ll go through… Basic keys to defense in basketball Basketball defense drills How to avoid fouls when defending Getting more steals on defense How to contest/block shots on defense … so you can develop into a player that has a serious impact on the defensive end. 1. Basic keys to defense in basketball These are the standard habits of a lockdown defender: GOOD DEFENSIVE STANCE Get in a low and stable stance. Keeping your feet a little more than shoulder width apart will help you with this. As a resu ..read more

The objective here is to give you the info you need to improve at dribbling in basketball and develop into an elite playmaker. This consists of: Tips and good habits for dribbling in basketball Dribbling moves Dribbling drills How to make your moves actually work Types of passes Getting more assists Let’s get straight to it. 1. Tips and good habits for dribbling in basketball Firstly, we’ll go over the main dribbling habits of a good playmaker. That way, we can prevent bad tendencies from developing as you train. EYES UP WHEN YOU DRIBBLE You need to be able to dribble with your eyes up ..read more

The goal here is for you to have the info you need to increase vertical jump and dunk a basketball. This includes: Training to jump higher Jumping technique A jumper’s mindset Common mistakes So, let’s get straight to learning how to jump higher. 1. Training to increase vertical jump If you want to boost the height of your jump, you need to be doing the right training. You gotta work smart, as well as hard. LOWER BODY STRENGTH TRAINING FOR VERTICAL JUMP This refers to improving the raw force production of your muscles. One thing to point out first… Lower body strength training for weight ..read more

The aim here is to give you the information you need to become great at shooting a basketball. We’ll be going through: Shooting technique Shooting drills A shooter’s mindset Shooting off the dribble Taking your shot to that “next” level Common shooting mistakes No need to ramble, let’s get started. 1. Technique for shooting a basketball Shooting a basketball starts from the ground up, so we’ll follow that direction. FEET Your feet should be shoulder-width apart, to make sure that you’re shooting on balance. You can even go for a wider stance if that helps. In the shooting stance, you hav ..read more

Having the power to score in the post will help you get buckets all game long. Post offense is an art overlooked by many, but is almost unguardable when mastered. Here’s a quick breakdown, plus three post moves you can use to score. What is post offense in basketball? Post offense in basketball refers to scoring (usually in the paint) with your back to the basket. To be an effective post player, here are some qualities you’ll need: Embracing physical contact – you can’t shy away away from initiating or receiving contact Excellent footwork – to score in the post, your footwork needs to be cl ..read more

The ability to shoot off the dribble is often what separates star players from average ones. It can take you from being a player who gets a few perimeter shots a game, to becoming the leading scorer on your team. Here’s how to improve your shot off the dribble. Footwork Your shot starts from the ground up, so it only makes sense fo us to focus on your feet. Clean footwork is key to being able to to shoot off the dribble efficiently. When pulling up to shoot after dribbling, you have two steps to use after picking up the ball. Here are the general rules to make things clear: If you’re moving ..read more

Here, we’ve got six basketball moves for beginners. In basketball, whoever has more points wins. You have to be able to create scoring opportunities. That’s the bottom line. Even though these are moves “for beginners”, don’t underestimate them. When mastered, these moves are deadly. That’s why you’ll see the pros using them too. Triple threat basketball moves Once you catch the ball, you’re in the triple threat position. This is because, from this situation, you can pass, shoot, or dribble. (A triple threat!) In this position, you can use a variety of moves to create scoring opportunities ..read more

Below, we’ve got four steps to help you get more assists. Creating opportunities for your teammates is a valuable skill in basketball. Not only does it help you win, it makes you someone that people want to play with. Let’s get started… Step #1: Eyes up Sounds obvious, but to get more assists, you need to be able to see your teammates when they’re open. Way too many points are missed out on because the player with the ball has their head down. Of course, when you’re making a move on a defender you might look down a little. But, the ability to dribble your eyes up still remains important. Her ..read more

Here are four basketball shooting drills to become a better shooter. We all know the golden rule for improving your shot: practice, practice and… more practice. But, you gotta train smart – as well as hard – if you want to maximise your improvement. These drills are here to help you do this. Shooting drill #1: Form shooting INSTRUCTIONS Make four shots from each of the marked spots. Think of this as taking free throws from short range. Don’t jump, but fully extend your elbow and flick your wrist, using your normal shot form. HOW DOES THIS DRILL HELP? When I first started playing basketb ..read more