Team Shoot-Out Relay
Race another team to a target number of makes.
What this drill teaches
Shooting with a team counting on you. The relay means every miss holds the whole line up, so kids feel real game-day pressure — and learn to keep the shot balanced anyway — while the team energy keeps it joyful.
In games: Builds shooters who hold their form when everyone is watching — the same composure they'll need on a free throw with the game close.
- Balanced shots even mid-race
- Sprinting to rebound their own miss
- Loud support for whoever is shooting
U8: shoot from right next to the rim so turns come quickly. U14–U16: expect two different spots per player and nerve in sudden death.
Equipment
1 ball and 1 hoop per team, cones to mark the spot
Setup
Split into two teams, one at each hoop. Each team lines up behind a marked spot with one ball.
Steps
- 1First player shoots until they make it, then passes to the next.
- 2Each make counts toward the team total.
- 3First team to the target (e.g. 15) wins.
- 4Move the spot each round.
Coaching points
- Rebound your own miss quickly.
- Balanced shot even under pressure.
- Cheer your teammates on.
Why kids love it
Team relays bring huge energy — kids shoot harder for the team.
Variations
Shoot from right next to the rim.
Each player must make from two different spots before handing the ball on.
Level the scores at one short of the target and play one shot each until someone misses.