Floater / Runner

Skill drill

Score over a taller defender with a soft one-foot floater.

6 min any Half court · dual
ShootingU12U14
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Setup

Player starts near the elbow with a ball.

Steps

  1. 1Take one or two dribbles toward the lane.
  2. 2Gather and go up off one foot, early.
  3. 3Flick a soft, high floater over the rim.
  4. 4Land balanced and rebound.

Coaching points

  • Shoot it early, before the help arrives.
  • High and soft — let it drop in.
  • Off one foot, on the run.

Why kids love it

Small guards love a shot that beats bigger defenders in the paint.

Variations

Easier

Closer to the rim, no defender.