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Floater Drill

Basketball drill explained with court animation.

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How it works

Floater Drill: 1 and 2 on the wings, the coach at the top with the ball, a big defender at the rim. The coach passes to 1, who attacks the middle.

  1. 1 and 2 on the wings, the coach at the top with the ball, a big defender at the rim.
  2. The coach passes to 1, who attacks the middle.
  3. Jump off one foot before the big arrives and release the ball high and soft.
  4. Then 2 from the other side. 10 makes each side.

Coaching tips

Release the floater early, before the shot blocker can reach you. Soft fingertips, high arc.

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