Bank Shot Spots

Skill drill

Learn to use the backboard from the short corners and wings.

6 min any Half court · dual
ShootingU10U12U14
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Setup

Player starts at a 45-degree angle to the basket.

Steps

  1. 1Aim for the top corner of the backboard square.
  2. 2Shoot 5 makes off the glass from the right.
  3. 3Repeat from the left.
  4. 4Step back a little and repeat.

Coaching points

  • Use the square on the backboard.
  • Same soft touch every time.
  • Best angle is 45 degrees.

Why kids love it

The backboard is a friend — kids score more once they trust the bank.

Variations

Harder

Bank shots off one dribble on the move.