The Basketball Star Shooter

The Basketball Star Shooter will work on improving passing, shooting as well as communication between players.

Setup

1. You will need at least 5 players and a ball for this drill.
2. Four lines (A,B,C,D) with the ball starting in line A.

Instructions

1. Four lines with 1 basketball.  
2. A passes to B and follows their pass joining that line.  
3. B receives the ball and passes to C following their pass.  
4. C receives the ball and passes to D who is the shooter.  
5. D receives the ball and then drives for a layup.  
6. As soon as the layup is shot the next player in line A starts a new progression.

Variations

There are many variations to this drill.  

• First alter the shots of the finisher (line D).  
• Do some progressions with a layup.  
• Next, do some progressions with a catch and shoot jumper.  
• Then do some progressions where they catch and dribble for a free throw line jumper.  
• Other variations are to change the pass.  
• Make it a bounce pass every time.

Coaching Points

• Focus on good passing and clean handling with receiving of the ball.  
• Have the players communicate during the drill.  
• The receiver needs to call for the pass.  
• Focus on good shooting form with the finisher.

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