Tip Drill

Fun game

Time a jump and tip the ball off the backboard into the rim.

8 min lines per hoop Half court · dual
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Setup

Player stands to the side of the rim with a ball.

Steps

  1. 1Toss the ball high off the backboard.
  2. 2Jump and tip it back up with one hand at the top of your jump.
  3. 3Keep tipping until it drops in.
  4. 4Then rebound out and switch sides/hands.

Coaching points

  • Time the jump to the top.
  • Fingertip control, soft touch.
  • Use the backboard.

Why kids love it

It feels like an NBA highlight move — older kids love the challenge of stringing tips together.

Variations

Easier

Catch-and-shoot instead of a live tip.