Fundamental shooters are taught to practice inside to out. Players miss layups because, as the easiest shot in basketball, they are taken for granted and there is not enough focus on practicing them. Players had to make 20 layups in a Mikan Drill before every practice. And we did modified Mikans every practice, too.
What can you use if you don’t have a basketball hoop?
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- A wire hanger. It cannot be a partially metal hanger made substantially of wood or plastic.
- A large, flat piece of cardboard.
- The tape of your choosing. Masking tape may be the easiest to work with; duct tape would certainly make the hoop durable.
- Markers or paint.
- Scissors.
- String (optional).
How many layup drills do I need to practice?
The first two layup drills will set the foundation. Players will learn how to execute a layup perfectly (drill one), and then they’ll learn a great individual drill to practice a variety of layups by themselves (drill two). The next two layup drills are competitive.
How do you practice a layup?
Players practice performing a layup off 1 step, 2 steps, using one dribble, and then practice full-speed layups from the three-point line. Developing great layup technique for all players.
What are some good lay-up drills for beginners?
Here are several lay-up drills beginning with the old simple 2-line lay-up drill, a 3-line drill (a good pre-game warm-up drill), and several full-court dribble lay-up drills that also help with conditioning and speed-dribbling. Be sure to see the 2-minute drill (one of our favorites). For correct lay-up technique and footwork, see: Lay-ups
How to do a classic 2 line layup drill?
Classic 2-Line Layup Drill 1 Dribble with the left hand for left-handed lay-ups, and the right hand for right-handed lay-ups. 2 Passes should be bounce passes. 3 Make sure players are using correct footwork and technique. 4 Make sure the two lines start well outside of the arc.
