Hot Shot (spot shooting)

Fun game

Score as many baskets as possible from marked spots in a time limit.

8 min any Half court · dual
ShootingU10U12U14
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Setup

Mark 5 shooting spots with cones/tape (layup, two short corners, two elbows). Assign point values.

Steps

  1. 1Player has 60 seconds to score from the spots.
  2. 2Each made shot = its point value; must rebound your own ball.
  3. 3Move around the spots — can't camp on one.
  4. 4Track scores; winner (or personal best) gets the shout-out.

Coaching points

  • Balanced shot even when rushing.
  • Rebound quickly and reset your feet.
  • Pick makeable spots when the clock is low.

Why kids love it

A ticking clock turns shooting practice into an arcade game. Kids love chasing a high score and a leaderboard.

Variations

Easier

All spots close to the hoop, 90 seconds.

Harder

Add a half-court 'bonus' shot worth big points.