In this
article, I will be writing a basketball guide that will hopefully improve your
shooting accuracy. While shooting is one of the fundamental skills of
basketball, not everyone has the proper techniques or form. In order to fix
those problems, make sure you master some of the steps I listed below. The
breakdown for making basketball shots can be broken down in these few steps:
1) Relax
When shooting a basketball, one of
the most important things to do is relax. When an opponent who is at a much
greater height advantage comes charging at you, you have to remain calm until
the end of your follow through. The best way to counteract a situation like
this is to keep your eyes on the basket. By keeping your head still, and your
body in a relaxed position, your accuracy will not degrade. Also, think
positively as you shoot. If you are hesitant at any moment of the shooting
process, your shooting accuracy is likely to degrade.
2) Remember to bend your knees
To maximize your vertical
jump, you must always remember to bend your knees. Once you hit the apex (or
the highest point) of your jump, remain focus, and let the ball glide off your
hand. Always remember to follow through! A follow through gives the extra
strength on your release shots, and also gives a nice backspin to the ball.
3) Have both feet set on the ground, and lock in your
elbows
Balance
is perhaps one of the most important factors when determining your shooting
form. When you take a shot, and you are off balance; the likelihood of you
causing a mistake greatly increases.
The best
way to maintain a good posture is to set both feet on the ground and close the
elbows. In addition, remember to set keep the ball on your fingertips, and not
on your palm. The palm is not reliable, and can give you the improper amount of
power for your shots.
