BASKETBALL TIPS!! 12 Days of Tip-mas (Day #9) -- MAKE YOUR FREE THROWS!

[tfinn08]

Can you guys do some more defense videos??

[ShotScience]

@tfinn08 More defense is coming in the Spring. Stay tuned.

[tfinn08]

MORE INFO. You guys are great!!!

[ShotScience]

@tfinn08 Thanks so much for your very nice comment.

[AndrewNINJAHvids]

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[ShotScience]

@AndrewNINJAHvids YES!!!!!

[LimunadeLoL]

yea

[ShotScience]

@LimunadeLoL  Thanks!

[jackcullen69]

Yes, a video on free-throw shooting please! Little wonder that good shooters are often good freethrow shooters, e.g. Ray Allen and Stephen Curry...

[ShotScience]

@jackcullen69 We have this on our list of skills to video.

[itsMUSICY]

Dont put the suscribe button over the next tip button please....I already subscribed so its kinda annoying!

[ShotScience]

@itsMUSICY oops, sorry. Forgot to go back and change that one! Thanks!

[itsMUSICY]

Wait am I not allowed to jump in free throws? At school when I play I jump and then shoot before I cross the line> is that wrong?

[CallMeB00M]

@itsMUSICY So wrong...

[ShotScience]

@CallMeB00M Can't make everyone happy.

[CallMeB00M]

@ShotScience Not you man,Your tip was great.the guy said he always does a jumpshot in the freethrows.

[ShotScience]

@itsMUSICY No problem with jumping on your free throw!

[johnkobe100]

wow



[TheKingJohnnyG]

im not a good one :/ , i have issues with it ! i can score jumpshots but free throw i feel pressure ! 10x anyway guys i'll work on it :D

[ShotScience]

@TheKingJohnnyG You can help those free throws if you will spend a lot of time on them.

Remember, "THEY ARE FREE" No defenders to contest the shot.

[11dogsrule11]

i can agree with this.

in our game on friday, we missed 12 freethrows.

and we lost by 6.

:/

[ShotScience]

@11dogsrule11 Often over-looked by players and they focus on the three pointers.

[hallyify]

You're great. Thanks for helping us improving our basketball skills.

[ShotScience]

@hallyify Thank you so much for your interest and commet. It is greatly appreciated.

[PowerRang3r]

Im a really good shooter but I can't seem to make free throws whats up with that?

[ShotScience]

@PowerRang3r Proper shooting form and a lot of practice!!!!!!!

[sanjiblue1]

when's the 10th?

[doudou151991]

this is nice, need more info and help

[ShotScience]

@doudou151991 Will be posting a video on this in the near future. Thanks for your very nice comment.

[SirCuckooPepprmuddle]

Hey Team ShotScience,

The SOPA and PIPA Acts will be put into vote on January 24, 2012. Can you post days 10-12 of Tip-mas before that day so that everyone will see them no matter what?

[Killaz914]

Hey coach i need lots of help. I checked out your long range video over and over again but im still not that good. can u give me more tips.

[ShotScience]

@Killaz914  "PRACTICE, PRACTICE and then PRACTICE some more!!!!!

[Killaz914]

I need help on my log range. i do the excersice from your video but im still not that good. Is there anymore tips for threes.

[Killaz914]

This is so helpful. My jumpshot is better so is attack to the hoop

[ShotScience]

@Killaz914 SWEET!!!!! Keep up the good work!

[mmi5572]

@ShotScience hey coach I am a ok free throw shooter I can drive in I can shoot the the jumpshot but I can't shoot three's because I don't have a good form what should I do?

[ShotScience]

@mmi5572 We recommend that you spend some time checking out our videos on shooting. They will help you with your shot. Check them out.

[0kJKBr0]

hey i showed your channel to my friend an he watched your video for while and he's a junior in high school he never made the team before but he got SOOOO much better and made the team for the first time and thanks to you today is my basketball tryout and i'm taking your advise maybe i can make it too and im in 7th trying out for a 8th grade travel team

[ShotScience]

@0kJKBr0  Let us know how it goes. We are rooting for you.

[PianoByEar1110]

But when I take a normal jumpshot or 3-pointer, I use some of my legs, but mostly all my hands. Wait I take that back, I use my legs. I feel it messes up my stance if I bend and use my legs without jumping?

[ShotScience]

@PianoByEar1110 As far as we can see, you have a problem you just need to work out! We have no answer for you.

[PianoByEar1110]

I feel the power comes from my hands more? Like I feel very little power coming from my legs but more from my hands? Any ideas?

[ShotScience]

@PianoByEar1110 You have to consciously make an effort to use your legs until it becomes second nature. You've practiced your shot using mostly upper body strength that's why it feels that way.

[ShotScience]

@PianoByEar1110 The shot will become "EFFORTLESS" when you learn to connect the leg power to your shots. All shots!

[PianoByEar1110]

Should you make your arm muscles stronger when you free throw? I find it hard because I use all my hand muscles instead of my legs because I can't jump while doing it freethrow, it looks weird.. So how can I perfect a freethrow without jumping? everytime I don't jump, its an airball and it takes a lot of strength for me to actually get it in... Any advice?

[ShotScience]

@PianoByEar1110 Yes!! The real power comes from your legs and you really do not have to jump for the FT. See our video "MAKE THE 3 POINTER!!! Get your legs into It! This explain how and why you need the leg power and how to use it.

[emmanuell5544]

you should make a video on how to steal the ball!!!

[ShotScience]

@emmanuell5544 Sorry, this is not high or our plan list!

[SuperChris123abc]

Coach I'm 11 5'1 i can't make my free throws unless I bend my knees all the way down or jump what can you recommended for me

[ShotScience]

@SuperChris123abc Keep bending you knees. That's where the power is.

[narumango22]

Just came back from hitting 2 clutch ones to win the game

[ShotScience]

@narumango22  How sweet is that???????

[lakersshowbarber24]

hey coach having trouble and confused on how to post up , I cant stay in the lane for 3 sec but idk wheres the lane so im lost.... help

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[elmborg11]

Great tip

[ShotScience]

@elmborg11 Thanks! We appreciate your comment very much.

[elmborg11]

I going to get your app

[ShotScience]

@elmborg11 We will begin with a group to be selected for the Beta Trials about February 1. Possibly you will be selected to do the trials.

[dumanliveshere]

@elmborg11 What is the app called?

[ShotScience]

@dumanliveshere We will be announcing the title very soon.

[YugiohGamer645]

Hey coach! It has been a pleasure following your tips...they made me improve more.

About the freethrows..why when I shoot a freethrow I get some good shots and bad shots at the same time,I really need to perfect my freethrow shooting...I was wondering what could be the greatest secret to making a freethrow? ~THANK YOU~

[ShotScience]

@YugiohGamer645  There is no question here! PRACTICE, PRACTICE and then PRACTICE some more!!!!!!!

[ShotScience]

@YugiohGamer645  PRACTICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[joejamokha]

@YugiohGamer645 It sounds like you're not doing the same thing every time you shoot a free throw. Are your feet in the same position every time? Are you using your legs every time? Are you shoulders squared up to the rim the every time? Freeze your arms after each shoot for two reasons: 1. It will force you to follow through, and 2. If the ball goes left or right, you could see if it's because of your angle.

[ShotScience]

@joejamokha We don't agree with joe on his suggestions totally. First≤ never "Square up your shoulders to the Basket!" We recommend that you have the shooting foot forward and staggered with the off- foot and the shoulder turned slightly in the same direction. This aligns the basketball with the "Eye-Ball-Target" instead of shooting it off your shoulder. We do get the Freeze idea unless you are talking about holding your finish on the shot with the arm fully extended.

[Stealth955]

Why don't NBA players jump when they shoot a freethrow ? Do they have different rules when it comes to freethrows ?

[ShotScience]

@Stealth955 Most of these guys are very mature men who have really powerful arms and upper bodies. Even so ,there are quite a few who need to use more legs, but they do not need to jump.

[sander1237]

Hey Shot Science, what is the correct way to shoot free throws.

[ShotScience]

@sander1237 Check out our shooting videos. It's all there.

[JustLucky98]

can i jump shot when taking a free throw ?

[ShotScience]

@JustLucky98 Yes! As long as you do not go over the line.

[powsdaz]

hey guys can you make a video on tips for undersized players(like 5"3 or 5"6). I'm pretty short(5"3) and I'm not sure on what my play style should be...

[LeonardoFulgencio]

Can u help on scrreens and three throws

[ShotScience]

@LeonardoFulgencio If we can we will. Just ask your questions!

[zingGodin]

Lol I think dwight Howard could win a scoring title if he didn't shoot 58% from the line

[ShotScience]

@zingGodin Anythings possible!!!!!!! NO!!!

[jesontheG6]

howabout set a screeen in diffrent situation in a game?

[ShotScience]

@jesontheG6 we're on it!

[SnipeWith3]

I needed this my team doesn't trust my freethrows they say I shoot to high or arch too much when I just throw it or shoot without the like arch or follow thru Idk any help?

[ShotScience]

@SnipeWith3 check out our shooting videos/playlist. We have one specifically on arc and plan to make many more ;-)

[alldaybasketball]

Free throws are VERY crucial. Free throws can make or break a game for a team.

[ShotScience]

@alldaybasketball it's true!! Think of all the points you could make up on the scoreboard if you could just sink an easy, open shot! Geeez!

[Therios45]

yes freethrow tips welcome  VERY WELCOME.

[ShotScience]

@Therios45 sweet!! We'll work on getting a video together for that!

[joneenee]

Santa Clause is back from his Holiday!!! Hurray! ^_^

Cant wait for the other tips...

How about utilizing screens, pick and rolls or pick and pop?

[ShotScience]

@joneenee can't promise that those will be in this round of tips, but they will be coming SOON!!

[lakersshowbarber24]

hey coach I noticed that if I focus on the nest because that's the place I want it to go and just let my self go into rhythm I make my shots in stead of worrying if i'm doing something wrong

[ShotScience]

@lakersshowbarber24 you've got it nailed!!

[MrBatboy12]

Dear coach I want to start driving more but for some reason I can't make the layups and find my self with my head down

[ShotScience]

@MrBatboy12 check out our videos on layups and concentrate on making the shot. Probably have to get your head up to see what you're aiming for, too!

[Denielgunz]

On what should I work first ? on my jumpshot or on my freethrow ?

[ShotScience]

@Denielgunz That's a great question!  How about working on both of them so that you can deal with both situations equally! :)

[MohammeddKhan]

Hey, when I post up in the paint, or pretty much do anything, my shoulder hurts a lottt like its on fire. How do I stop this from happening?

[ShotScience]

@MohammeddKhan Possibly you have hurt your shoulder by over-working it. We cannot offer any advice on this as we have no idea what's going on!

[mightyguy16]

Can you possibly make a video showing us a good form for shooting free throws? Thanks for the tip!

[ShotScience]

@mightyguy16  If you watch our shooting videos you will see the form that we teach for all shots. Check them out in our YT channel Play List.

[Jamok3r]

Thanks shot science your tips are awesome.

[ShotScience]

@Jamok3r thank you so much!!

[mythbloodpk]

thanks for all your hardword on making these videos!!!

[ShotScience]

@mythbloodpk it's our pleasure! Thanks so much for watching!

[LonelyNorwegian]

You should upload more vieos frequently.

[ShotScience]

@LonelyNorwegian we're doing the best we can right now. Videos are harder to make than you think... help us grow the team and Spread the Word!

[nkns93]

<3

[ShotScience]

@nkns93 right back 'atcha!

[eke2k7]

I've run track all my life, so I didn't have ANY co-ordination with the basketball as of last year. Combining these tips with a lot of practice, I can now dunk from near the free throw line. Yay for Shot Science...and athleticism

[ShotScience]

@eke2k7 that's fantastic! You must be working very hard! Team Shot Science!

[therealdeal3161]

hey shotscience, when your at the free thrown line does it help when you have a routine when you step up to the foul line like taking certain amount of driblles?

[Funpants94]

@therealdeal3161 try to keep your routine short. Do a couple dribbles a spin or whatever it is that makes you loose. Try to keep it short so you don't over think your shot

[ShotScience]

@Funpants94 He makes an important point here. Do not wait too long to shoot the ball. A few seconds and let's go! If you wait too long you are often going to miss the shot. You may think about it too much!

[ShotScience]

@therealdeal3161 every player has a routine that the feel comfortable with. It can include dribbles. This tends to relax us for the shot and helps to develop a "RHYTMN" for the shot.

[stonebreakers10]

i get a little better at basketbull with every tip!! sure its only like 1% but whatever :) good job guys!



[ShotScience]

@stonebreakers10 thanks, Matt! Lets get that game up!

[tpainfan689]

First and its been so long since you guys made a new video

[ShotScience]

@tpainfan689 huh? It's been a little over a week. We're doing our best!