1.

The Two-Handed Chest Pass

The chest pass is the most common pass they will throw in a game
when there isn't a defensive Player between them and a teammate.
To execute this pass, start with the ball held in two hands chest- high
and close to the body. Elbows should be tucked in and fingers spread
around the ball with thumbs up. Don't spread your fingers out too far
because this positioning will prevent you from making a quick pass. As
they hold the ball, wrists should be pointed upward. Holding them
downward will force them, first, to turn them up before the pass. This
is an unnecessary extra movement that only delays the pass. When
they are about to make the pass, step in the direction of their pass.
Moving like this gives body balance and gives the pass more power
and speed. Don't overextend the step, because this tends to take
away some balance. As their arms stretch out to their full length,
rotate elbows and wrists outward so that the hands end up in a
thumbs- downward, palms-out position. Release the ball with a snap
of your wrist. Spin the ball with the index fingers, middle fingers, and
thumbs as it leaves the hands. This spin on the ball causes it to travel
in a straighter line. This type of pass is easier to catch than a "flat spin
less pass. CHEST PASS the chest pass is named so because the pass
originates from the chest. It is thrown by gripping the ball on the sides
with the thumbs directly behind the ball. When the pass is thrown,
the fingers are rotated behind the ball and the thumbs are turned
down. The resulting follow through has the back of the hands facing
one another with the thumbs straight down. The ball should have a
nice backspin. When throwing a chest pass; the players should strive to throw it to the
receiver's chest level. Passes that go low to high or high to low are difficult to catch.
2. The Two-Handed Bounce Pass
The basic mechanics of the bounce pass are the same as
those of the chest pass; however, the game situations for
each of the passes are different. A bounce pass is a good one
to use on a back- door play. It is also the pass to use when
passing to a teammate, guarded from behind in the low post,
or in other situations when a defender is between the passer
and the receiver. Starting with the same position as the two-
handed chest pass, take a strong step in the direction of the
receiver. Quickly extend the arms and palms outward.
Backspin is put on the ball as it goes from thumbs up to a
thumb down release position. This backspin makes the ball
easier to catch. The ball must hit the floor at least three-
quarters of the distance to your receiver. It should come up
to him/her at the thighs and waist.

3. The Two-Handed Overhead Pass

The overhead pass is commonly used for moving the ball

around the perimeter, as a skip pass, a pass into the post
area, and as an outlet pass. When they make this pass,
always aim the ball a little over the head of the receiver. To
make an overhead pass, hold the ball over the head and
slightly back of the center of the head. Don't hold the ball
BEHIND the head. This wastes movement and time. Fingers
should be spread firmly around the ball, thumbs a couple of
inches apart at the bottom of the ball. This pass gets its
power from the flick of the wrists and fingers. As the passer
steps toward the receiver, snap the wrists and rotate both
arms and palms outward. Hands should end with the fingers
pointing upward.
4. Alley-oop Pass this is an exhibition type of pass as it
always ends up with a dunk shot. To execute this pass, you and
your teammate needs some form of sign or eye contact so as to
be knowledgeable of what the other is thinking. Once your
recipient is at optimum position, you then toss the ball near the
hoop where your teammate grabs it in mid-air and slams it.
Although professionals make this pass look easy, it is actually very
difficult as you need the right timing to get it right.

5. The Lateral Pass

The starting position is the same as the two-handed chest
pass. With the defender standing in front of the passer, the
passer steps across his/her body with the foot opposite the
ball. This protects the ball. Bring the ball to their side and
extend arms. Quickly cock the outside wrist, drop the helper
hand, and snap the ball to the receiver. A variation of this
pass is the lateral bounce pass made with one or both hands.
If this pass is used, the ball must be bounced to a spot, at
least, three-quarters of the distance to the receiver.

6. The Behind-The-Back Pass

This pass used to be considered a "show-off" pass; however, it now
has become a normal offensive weapon. Still, it MUST NOT be
abused. To make the pass, hold the ball with two hands. As the ball
is brought back around the hip, the helping hand drops off. The
passing hand is on the side of the ball and must thrust the ball
behind the back. The movement ends with the passing hand near
the opposite hip, with the fingers pointing in the direction of the
pass.

7. The Push Pass

The push pass is a quick pass made with one hand. The pass
originates near the ear and relies on the elbow being bent for its
power. It can either be a straight or a lob pass. This depends upon
the defensive alignment.

8. The Baseball Pass

This is a long-distance pass, usually thrown more than
half- court. Generally, one baseball pass to a player
headed down-court ahead of anyone else, is all that's
needed for a quick two points. To make the baseball
pass, keep both hands on the ball as long as possible.
This gives better control and will help enable to stop the
pass at the last moment, if needed. Plant back foot and
bring the ball back above the shoulder and near the ear
on the throwing side. The arm must be bent at a 45-
degree angle. The upper arm should be parallel to the
floor.
This position will enable the passer to throw a quick,
straight, and hard pass. Step toward the direction of the
intended pass with the foot opposite the throwing arm.
Make an overhead throw, snapping the wrist, and follow through with the arm fully
extended. Remember to put a backward rotation on the ball to make it go straight.
9. The Hand-Off Pass
This is a pass that doesn't require an extension of the arm. It is
used to give the ball to a teammate who is either cutting or
circling behind the passer. Have one arm up and the ball lying on
the palm of the other hand. Simply toss or flip it to the receiver.
Another variation of this is to turn the body toward the receiver,
or else, make a complete turn, face the receiver and give
him/her the ball.

1O. the Hook Pass

When closely guarded, hold the ball at shoulder level,
elbows flared outward to protect the ball. Start to lift the
ball up with two hands, with the wrist of the outside hand
flexed. Drop the helping hand to face level. Extend your
passing arm over your head with the ball. When you have
stretched this arm out completely, flick the ball by
snapping your wrist forward.

11. The Off-The-Dribble Pass

This is becoming a pass that is popping up at all levels of
basketball. To make this pass work, on the last dribble, move
the dribbling hand to the top quarter of the ball. Combine a
lateral movement of the hand and arm, and push the ball
forward with a snap of the wrist toward the receiver. This pass
is quick and deceptive. It will usually catch the defensive man
by surprise.
1. Speed Dribble this is often used when you need to go
fast from one point to another while still maintaining control
over the ball. This is done by pushing the ball in front of you and
running after it, usually to make another dribble. The dribbling
height for speed dribble is approximately at waist high and the
hand is kept a little behind the ball to help bounce the ball
forward and not downward.

2. Low Dribble this dribble is highly effective when

you are tightly defended. This is done by dribbling the ball as
low as possible with your back bent forward at the hip and
your arms and elbow used for shielding the ball.

3. Crossover this is a dribbling move that uses quick change of

direction using both hands alternately. This move enables players to
lose their defender in an instant. Although the move may look simple
as it only entails bouncing the ball from one hand towards the other
hand, it is the timing, body movement, and convincing fake that
makes this move effective in evading and losing defenders. This move
can be further exploited if you know how effectively dribble with both
hands so you can crossover either from left-to-right or from right-to-
left.
4. In-and-Out this is a fake dribble wherein you try to
deceive your defender as if youre making an attack towards the
hoop so that he will follow you inside when your true intention is
to go back a step outside for a possibly clear jumper. This move
is accomplished by making a single attack dribble inward, but
instead of pushing forward, you place the bounce of the ball
backwards to its original position so as to get at least 2 steps
away from your defender.

Between-the-Legs: Change directions by dribbling the

ball between your legs to your other hand. There are two ways to
do this:
You dribble the ball backwards between your legs while your
inside leg is forward. This move will create some space for you to
change directions, but it will slow you down a step or two, too.
This is by far the most common form of dribbling between your legs.
You dribble the ball forward between your legs while your outside leg is forward. You
will push off that same leg in the new direction. The ball is momentarily exposed in this
technique, so it is best used when you have a good cushion from the defender. With this
technique, you don't lose forward momentum. Though it has
limited applications, this move does allow for an element of
surprise.

5. Speed Or High Dribble-This technique is followed

when the ball is to be advanced quickly for moving towards the
basket, making fast breaks or following a steal in the open court.
Lean forward slightly, while keeping your body almost erect.
Dribble the ball in front of your body pushing it out. To gain
maximum speed, keep the ball at waist level or higher.

6. Spin or Reverse Dribble-Another technique

for change of direction is the reverse dribble. Use this
when you are guarded by too many defenders and are
not able to use the crossover dribble. In case you are dribbling right and need to go left,
stop hard for a second. Pivot on your left foot and spin in the opposite direction with
your back to the defender. Keep the ball low and close to your body and switch it
quickly to your left hand. Continue dribbling the ball with your left hand, after you
complete the turn, keeping your head up it see the floor.

1. Jump Shot

The jumper is used most frequently for mid- to long-range

shots, including three-point attempts, although you can use it
from short range to gain separation from a defender. Jump
straight up and use the basic shooting form. Release the ball at
the peak of your jump.

2. Set Shot/Free Throws

The two-handed set shot was once the common

way to shoot from the perimeter. Today its typically only
used by young players who lack the strength to shoot
with one hand. A free throw, however, is basically a type
of set shot, although its almost always performed with
one hand. Use the standard shooting form, but dont
jump. The free throw should be among the easiest shots
in basketball. The principles that apply in the shooting
guide to jump shots apply fully to the foul shot, with a
few slight differences.
 There is no defense so there is no need to rush the shot.
Typically a player does not jump on a foul shot, they simply extend to the balls of their
feet, but do not jump
Players have 10 seconds to shoot their foul shots, they should use this time to perform
a consistent pre-shot routine (two dribbles, three dribbles, etc). The pre-shot routine
does not matter, what does matter is that you do the same thing consistently.
My personal routine on a foul shot as always been to wipe my hand on my shorts, take
three slow dribbles, spin the ball in my hands, find the seams of the ball, then bring the
ball up to just below eye level (so I can see my hand, the ball and the rim). I take one
slow deep breath and picture the ball going in. After all this I take my shot confidently,
knowing that it will go in.

3. Layup

Youll typically shoot layups from very close range after

dribbling to the basket, or taking a pass near the hoop. Typical
layup form involves grasping the ball with two hands, raising it
in front of your face and banking it off the backboard, which all
occurs while youre in motion. A put back of a missed shot is
also technically a layup. If you can jump well enough you may
also raise the ball as high as possible and flip it straight through
the rim.

4. Post Shots

Centers and power forwards who typically operate

near the basket often use short shots. A turn-around
jumper begins with your back to the basket. You then jump
away from the hoop while leaning back and simultaneously
pivoting about 180 degrees to face the basket before you
shoot. For a hook shot, stride into the lane with your back
to the hoop while keeping your torso between the basket
and the ball. Turn your non-shooting shoulder toward the
hoop, jump, raise the ball straight up and flip your wrist to
take the shot.

5. Dunk
The dunk, basketballs most spectacular shot, relies more on
jumping ability than shooting skill. If you can jump high
enough, and hands large enough to control the ball, leap, lift
the ball above the rim and push or throw it through the net.

6. Floater
A floater is a terrific shot that can be used in many
different ways in a variety of different situations. This shot
is typically used by guards attempting to shoot in traffic or
over a taller defender(s). It can be shot off the run, off the
dribble, or off of a catch. It can be banked in or swished.
The floater is shot by a gently pushing the ball up in the air
with a higher than normal arc. Different from a jump shot,
this is even shot without back spin as it is pushed up in
the air more than it is propelled by a flick of the wrist
toward the basket. There is no set way to shoot a floater
so the best way is to watch some videos of players
shooting floaters, and then practicing them on your own.

7. Fade away
(Advanced) The fade away (aka fall-away or turnaround) is an
advanced shot that should not be added to a players arsenal
until they are a skilled jump shooter. The fade away creates
space between a shooter and the defender, enabling the
shooter to get off a shot more cleanly or over a taller defender.
The fade away requires much more coordination and strength
than a normal jump shot that is why you should not attempt
until you have mastered the jump shot. To do a fade away you
generally begin with your back to the basket (for this example
we will assume this shot is done from the left block (if you are
facing the basket), by a right handed shooter, who is fading
toward the baseline). A fade away can be done from anywhere on the court and can be
done going in either direction. It can also be shot from a catching post-up situation, or
off the dribble. Assuming the ball is caught in the post with both feet planted firmly and
the defender on your back. Keeping the ball extended away from the defense and
toward the baseline do a front pivot with your right foot as the pivot foot, this will take
you towards the baseline. The left foot should pivot around just less 180 degrees so you
square up to the hoop with your right foot slightly in front of your left. As you square to
the basket, find the hoop/rim with your eyes, and jump up and backwards away from
the hoop, staying square to the basket and keeping your balance. Release the shot just
before the top of your jump with the same strict fundamentals as a jump shot. This
should all be one fluid motion and should not be overly difficult or feel overly awkward.
If you are unable to shoot this shot without difficulty, that means you are probably not
ready to master it, and you should hit the weight room and start shooting more jump
shots until it feels more normal.
To shoot the fade away in the other direction simply catch with both feet planted, pivot
on your left foot toward the middle of the court so the right leg swings around

8. Jump Hook

A jump hook can be used by both guards and big men.

This is a great way to get a shot off against a taller defender or in
traffic. Typically this will be used when within 5 to 10 feet of the
hoop. For this example we will do a right handed jump hook (to
do a left hander jump hook, follow the same instructions but in
the opposite direction). To initiate the jump hook turn your left
shoulder towards the defender so your body is sideways to both
the defender and the basket. Jump straight up in the air with
your right arm extended upwards, at the top of the jump you
will use your wrist to power the shot towards the hoop. This is
similar to the final step of shooting a jump shot as the ball should come off your middle
and index fingers and impart backspin on the ball (this shot should also come off of your
fingertips and finger pads). This should be all one fluid motion and can be done off the
dribble or off of a catch. While traditionally done by big men, this can also be very
effectively utilized by guards.