If the ball is cocked
Wednesday, March 31st, 2010If the ball is cocked
correctly, you’ll see wrinkles on the back of your wrist.
Elbow and Head Placement
Your hand, forearm, elbow, knee and foot should be in a
straight line. Don’t let your elbows stick out at your side.
This will change the ball’s rotation and might make it curve.
Keep the elbow pointed at the basket.
Keep your head up and directly above the midpoint between
your feet. Focus on the front of the rim before, during, and
after your shot.
The Shot
Your weight should roll up onto the toes of your forward
foot. Be sure you’re releasing upward and toward the basket
and not reaching forward as you release. It’s OK to leave your
feet a bit as your back foot gives you a quick, upward push. Throw your head up and through and then land just ahead of
the position from where you began.
As the ball leaves your hand, the fingers and thumbs on
each hand should be well spread with the palms almost facing
one another.
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