im going to try out for my jr.high basketball team but im a short 5'4 and compard to them if i hold the ball over my head they could just reach down i repeat down to get the ball anyother tips
@ShotScience What if it touches the rim? You can't shoot it back up if it does? Don't you have to "take it back" or that's only half court games? (Haven't played for a while season starts soon!)
Hi shotscience, I am a small (5'6"), but I also have a pretty good jump and can reach just under the ring. I tend to grab the ball and hold it low because then I'm below the hands area, then power dribble and then go for the reverse layup. I find if I keep it high then I'm just risking getting blocked straight off the rebound.
@criticaldoza there isn't a "below the hand zone" because all the little guards will be poking at any ball that come down below your chin. Keep it high and go right back up, or throw in a ball fake and right up. So many things can go wrong if you take the time to drop the dribble and try to go back up.
@manfish5000 Truly, "RIP IT DOWN" but do not take it lower than your shoulders or Chin. This is the "POWER POSITION" where we must protect the ball and then it's up and in!
Coach i have a problem when i drive in to the basket. My team plays 5 on 5 games. See i am 5'2 and am pretty fast. when i am going to drive in, there is at least 2 people stepping up and when i try to finish the lay up i panic and turn it into a floater which i end up missing, on the other hand if i pass the ball i will get it stolen, What should i do
@ShotScience For example lets say i stole the ball and i am trying to make a layup but there are 2 defenders in the other side of the court, should i force my shot or just be patient
this is true but only relatively to offensive rebounds. when u catch it down on defensive rebound there is noting wrong with that couse you keep the ball save
@Mihau0794 You are right about this,however, you need to keep the ball in the "Chin up" postion before you outlet the ball on the defensive rebound as those same players will be trying to dig it out!
i make my free throws in practice, and in games like bump. but when im in a game i just cant make them in a game, and i go to the line alot. please help me!! i got a free throw contest in 2 weeks, and a tournament in 3 weeks. i need a video about free throws now!!!!!
@EricGscoot you probably don't practice your free throws when you're tired and fatigued. You have to practice with the same conditions that you'll confront in a game, otherwise you won't be able to get the same results in game-time situations. Also, you might be suffering from nerves. That's a mental roadblock you need to get over. Try our tips from the Mental Imagery and Mental Rehearsal video. Good luck!
i cant find my way in basketball,at first im a shooting guard because i will in everyball i take,but now i cant shoot,but when i cut in ill get tap because im small,so how?
@bjincorporated so you suggest bringing the ball down? That's how you get it stolen and then blocked because you gave the defense time to adjust. Keep it high and be quick about it!
@ShotScience Hey, I'm 13, 5"7 and quite skinny. I play like a small forward, but I have a good low post play due to the amount I practiced it. I also have a decent - good mid range shot + pull-up shot. My layups are decent but I need improvement on my left. I can reach the net on a 10 ft rim and can rebound very well against even U16's. My disadvantages are that I am quite weak. That's mainly it. How could I improve my strength without weights, also what should I improve to get into the NBA?
@LegitSkills101 At 13, you still have a lot of growing to do as well as your body maturing. As a part of the maturation process your strength will improve as well. Upper body exercises that will help with your strength are push-ups, pull-ups, rope jumping and running. Short sprints help a lot. If you are hoping for a shot in the NBA your skills must be really good. That means right and left hands on your handles, shooting, defense and anything connected with the game.
@ShotScience Thanks for the help. My handles are equal in both hands, which is surprising for the fact I play Post. Another thing is that I live in Ireland which is wet so I can't be outside regularly.
@CrazyBananaMan2 some coaches tell their players that. We prefer to keep the ball high for a quicker release AND the arms and ball are exposed so that referees can see any contact clearly. We prefer the arms to be extended.
just wondering something im 6.2 and i haven't played basketball alot since i was little, i stopped for a long time and im thinking of going proffesional is it to late to start again.
@Ninetailboy1 It is never too late to get back into the Game! Whether you can become a pro or not is impossible to say. You may be able to do it, but we cannot forecast it for you because there are too many variables and your being away from the game for a number of years. Ner to late to go for it!
Hey Guys, You don't have to reply to this if you don't want to, i was just wondering what NBA teams you go for and who you think will be condenders for the championship this season, thanks =)
@V3rticalShift Hail to you in Chicago! Thanks so much for your support and we will try to continue to provide very solid videos for you and all the other Ballers who follow us.
@antoniowright0 Coach Tom is a High School coach and coached a Travel/Club Team for ten years up until this past spring. He retired from the Travel Team.
merry christmas coach...and all the staff that make all these videos possible and especially the guys who subscribed, watched and liked all the videos...spread the word
Yeah but if you have enough strength to keep it in your hands and bringing it down to power it up to score could result in defender trying to steal and getting a call on that attemp.. so you get and1 :) But if you dont have enough power in your legs and arms I guess this tip is best ;)
@ViDiLTU we believe you go for the score and if they foul you in that process, all the better. Don't bring the ball down because you will form it as a habit and you'll end up turning the ball over all the time. Ask any coach, this is the real deal.
@snakebuddy1997 Why "Panic Mode?" Our feeling is to remain calm and if you are unable to get the shot up someone is open. If it gets really "hairy" throw the ball off one of their legs out of bounds.
Nice tip. It also annoys me back when I used to play AAU Basketball, that some of the big guys would take that extra dribble after they rebounded the ball.
Great tip! Especially helpful for a post-man like me, since I would always bring the ball below my waist on a rebound, which sometimes resulted in a scramble for a plucked ball. Very helpful tip!!!
Love this tip, THANKS
jeromedavis21 1 week ago
@jeromedavis21 You're very welcome! Please stay tuned for more of our videos.
ShotScience 1 week ago
im going to try out for my jr.high basketball team but im a short 5'4 and compard to them if i hold the ball over my head they could just reach down i repeat down to get the ball anyother tips
TheMjdancer1 1 week ago
@TheMjdancer1 Move with the ball as soon as you get the rebound to get away from the bigger guys.
ShotScience 1 week ago
and if that move doesent work go to plan b,play dead or hammer them in the nuts
TheMjdancer1 2 weeks ago
@TheMjdancer1 ehhhhh, we'd suggest drawing contact and getting to the foul line...
ShotScience 2 weeks ago
@ShotScience What if it touches the rim? You can't shoot it back up if it does? Don't you have to "take it back" or that's only half court games? (Haven't played for a while season starts soon!)
PianoByEar1110 1 month ago
@PianoByEar1110 You are thinking about 1/2 court games here!
ShotScience 1 month ago
Hi shotscience, I am a small (5'6"), but I also have a pretty good jump and can reach just under the ring. I tend to grab the ball and hold it low because then I'm below the hands area, then power dribble and then go for the reverse layup. I find if I keep it high then I'm just risking getting blocked straight off the rebound.
criticaldoza 1 month ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
@criticaldoza there isn't a "below the hand zone" because all the little guards will be poking at any ball that come down below your chin. Keep it high and go right back up, or throw in a ball fake and right up. So many things can go wrong if you take the time to drop the dribble and try to go back up.
ShotScience 2 weeks ago
this tip is broken if you put the ball high that gives the defender a shot at the ball. you should rip the ball down and then post up your defender
manfish5000 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@manfish5000 Truly, "RIP IT DOWN" but do not take it lower than your shoulders or Chin. This is the "POWER POSITION" where we must protect the ball and then it's up and in!
ShotScience 1 month ago
@manfish5000 If you are strong with the ball they may make a stab at it, but they also run the risk of fouling you as well.
ShotScience 1 month ago
Coach i have a problem when i drive in to the basket. My team plays 5 on 5 games. See i am 5'2 and am pretty fast. when i am going to drive in, there is at least 2 people stepping up and when i try to finish the lay up i panic and turn it into a floater which i end up missing, on the other hand if i pass the ball i will get it stolen, What should i do
bletma281 1 month ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
@bletma281 If they step up to defend they are leaving a player. Get them the ball. Also check out our video "Finishes at The Rim! for way to finish.
ShotScience 1 month ago
@ShotScience
how bout if its a fastbreak 2 on 1 situation
bletma281 1 month ago
@bletma281 but there are 2defenders
bletma281 1 month ago
@bletma281 If there are two defenders then a ream mates is obviously open. Get him the ball.
ShotScience 1 month ago
@ShotScience For example lets say i stole the ball and i am trying to make a layup but there are 2 defenders in the other side of the court, should i force my shot or just be patient
bletma281 1 month ago
@bletma281 If you do not have the other team out numbered you should set up with your entire team. To go against two often results in a turn-over.
ShotScience 1 month ago
day 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 ?
JustLucky98 2 months ago 2
@JustLucky98 They are coming!
ShotScience 2 months ago
i think the ball shouldnt be high on defensive rebounds, great video, when is next coming out?
BazhoFromTheHood 2 months ago
@BazhoFromTheHood We are into the editing now so should be soon.
ShotScience 2 months ago
Chase, I was checking out your youtube channel last night and noticed you were were a 66'ers shirt. Did you get a gig with them?!!!
brettroberts111 2 months ago
1:02
lololo486 2 months ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
Wheres the other 4 tip mas
edmundphuah19 2 months ago
this is true but only relatively to offensive rebounds. when u catch it down on defensive rebound there is noting wrong with that couse you keep the ball save
Mihau0794 2 months ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
@Mihau0794 You are right about this,however, you need to keep the ball in the "Chin up" postion before you outlet the ball on the defensive rebound as those same players will be trying to dig it out!
ShotScience 2 months ago
@FrustRagetion we took a small break because the videos weren't getting many views right around Christmas. They're back within 24 hours ;-)
ShotScience 2 months ago
i make my free throws in practice, and in games like bump. but when im in a game i just cant make them in a game, and i go to the line alot. please help me!! i got a free throw contest in 2 weeks, and a tournament in 3 weeks. i need a video about free throws now!!!!!
EricGscoot 2 months ago
@EricGscoot you probably don't practice your free throws when you're tired and fatigued. You have to practice with the same conditions that you'll confront in a game, otherwise you won't be able to get the same results in game-time situations. Also, you might be suffering from nerves. That's a mental roadblock you need to get over. Try our tips from the Mental Imagery and Mental Rehearsal video. Good luck!
ShotScience 2 months ago
Great tip
Can i get a suggestion on laying up in traffic
Abhishek23000 2 months ago
@Abhishek23000 check out our Layups 101 video and our "Finishes at the Rim" video.
ShotScience 2 months ago
Great Tip! I think my favorite one so far!
AwesomeCohen 2 months ago
@AwesomeCohen Sweet!!!! We are so pleased that you have found these tips to be useful. Please "SPREAD THE WORD!'
ShotScience 2 months ago
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i cant find my way in basketball,at first im a shooting guard because i will in everyball i take,but now i cant shoot,but when i cut in ill get tap because im small,so how?
yeohkj1 2 months ago
But tall people can hit the ball up high and up high it's harder to keep control
bjincorporated 2 months ago
@bjincorporated so you suggest bringing the ball down? That's how you get it stolen and then blocked because you gave the defense time to adjust. Keep it high and be quick about it!
ShotScience 2 months ago
@ShotScience Hey, I'm 13, 5"7 and quite skinny. I play like a small forward, but I have a good low post play due to the amount I practiced it. I also have a decent - good mid range shot + pull-up shot. My layups are decent but I need improvement on my left. I can reach the net on a 10 ft rim and can rebound very well against even U16's. My disadvantages are that I am quite weak. That's mainly it. How could I improve my strength without weights, also what should I improve to get into the NBA?
LegitSkills101 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@LegitSkills101 At 13, you still have a lot of growing to do as well as your body maturing. As a part of the maturation process your strength will improve as well. Upper body exercises that will help with your strength are push-ups, pull-ups, rope jumping and running. Short sprints help a lot. If you are hoping for a shot in the NBA your skills must be really good. That means right and left hands on your handles, shooting, defense and anything connected with the game.
ShotScience 2 months ago
@ShotScience Thanks for the help. My handles are equal in both hands, which is surprising for the fact I play Post. Another thing is that I live in Ireland which is wet so I can't be outside regularly.
LegitSkills101 2 months ago
@CrazyBananaMan2 some coaches tell their players that. We prefer to keep the ball high for a quicker release AND the arms and ball are exposed so that referees can see any contact clearly. We prefer the arms to be extended.
ShotScience 2 months ago
iPhone 4s comment! Keep it high! Siiiiick!
TomAce82 2 months ago
0:24 zombie :))
Jjnell321 2 months ago
Thanks The Tip Was realy helpfull! :)
ninjafire99 2 months ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
@ninjafire99 Glad we could help! Thanks for watching our vids. Please "SPREAD THE WORD!"
ShotScience 2 months ago
just wondering something im 6.2 and i haven't played basketball alot since i was little, i stopped for a long time and im thinking of going proffesional is it to late to start again.
Ninetailboy1 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@Ninetailboy1 It is never too late to get back into the Game! Whether you can become a pro or not is impossible to say. You may be able to do it, but we cannot forecast it for you because there are too many variables and your being away from the game for a number of years. Ner to late to go for it!
ShotScience 2 months ago
@ShotScience thank you!! :] than i'll will get back in the game and see where it takes me
Ninetailboy1 2 months ago
Let go nicks
Ninetailboy1 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@Ninetailboy1 It would be great for them to start off with a win!
ShotScience 2 months ago
@ShotScience lol they did against the celtics >:D
Ninetailboy1 2 months ago
Hey Guys, You don't have to reply to this if you don't want to, i was just wondering what NBA teams you go for and who you think will be condenders for the championship this season, thanks =)
tingy30 2 months ago
@tingy30 we like the Warriors as they are our local team and the Mavs. Nowitski is the best shooter in the World!!!!
ShotScience 2 months ago
Thank you santa.
tothebeaty0 2 months ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
@tothebeaty0 You have been a good boy this year. Let's make sure that you are for 2012 also!
ShotScience 2 months ago
It's Christmas in UAE!
no snow.
but anywho!
TutorialsOnHow 2 months ago
@TutorialsOnHow WOW! Why no snow? Is it too warm? HaHa Has there ever been snowfall in the UAE? That would be really strange.
ShotScience 2 months ago
great vids once again guys! keep up the high quality. great job. much love from chicago!
V3rticalShift 2 months ago in playlist Basketball Tips! The 12 Days of Tip-mas
@V3rticalShift Hail to you in Chicago! Thanks so much for your support and we will try to continue to provide very solid videos for you and all the other Ballers who follow us.
ShotScience 2 months ago
do you guys have a basketball team or league?
antoniowright0 2 months ago
@antoniowright0 Coach Tom is a High School coach and coached a Travel/Club Team for ten years up until this past spring. He retired from the Travel Team.
ShotScience 2 months ago
@ShotScience cool... you should get a team a start me at the 3 or 2 lol. you won't regret it ^_-
antoniowright0 2 months ago
<3
nkns93 2 months ago
Thanks for the great tip!! I had a problem with bringing the ball down, so hopefully this will allow me to score more
Bennybull10 2 months ago
lol at little guy picture
guitarlover31011 2 months ago
@guitarlover31011 that's Muggsy Bogues!
ShotScience 2 months ago 5
Reminds me of Dwight Howard in the 09 Finals. He always keeps the ball low. A turnover or a pair of missed free throws in an instant.
D12world1 2 months ago
@D12world1 yeah, doesn't make much sense, especially when you're that tall. Your little sister could steal the ball away from him when he does that!
ShotScience 2 months ago 2
Im the shortest person when we play basketball but I'm the one who gets the rebounds everytime. The tell people always cant get it LOL
lilzayn24 2 months ago
@lilzayn24 you must be a crafty player! Keep rippin' down the boards!
ShotScience 2 months ago
merry christmas coach...and all the staff that make all these videos possible and especially the guys who subscribed, watched and liked all the videos...spread the word
exchamelot 2 months ago
@exchamelot Thanks so much and a Merry Xmas to you and all of the Shot Science followers, subscribers and friends.
ShotScience 2 months ago
im gunna wake up hearing him laugh lol
cRockBallin22 2 months ago
@cRockBallin22 What an awful thought!!!!!
ShotScience 2 months ago
I always did wrong.Thanks!
bineteran 2 months ago
@bineteran What did you do wrong?
ShotScience 2 months ago
@ShotScience I moved the ball below my head :)
bineteran 2 months ago
@bineteran yeah, don't do that! ;-)
ShotScience 2 months ago
Yeah but if you have enough strength to keep it in your hands and bringing it down to power it up to score could result in defender trying to steal and getting a call on that attemp.. so you get and1 :) But if you dont have enough power in your legs and arms I guess this tip is best ;)
ViDiLTU 2 months ago
@ViDiLTU we believe you go for the score and if they foul you in that process, all the better. Don't bring the ball down because you will form it as a habit and you'll end up turning the ball over all the time. Ask any coach, this is the real deal.
ShotScience 2 months ago
Really good tip 4 the big man
zjhayes40 2 months ago
@zjhayes40 Thanks a ton!
ShotScience 2 months ago
thank you for all these tips
TradingCardsDude 2 months ago
@TradingCardsDude Our pleasure to offer them to all the true Playa's.
ShotScience 2 months ago
Tip 8 + The Mikan Drill = the start of an awesome big middle man.
MorningThief83 2 months ago 9
@MorningThief83 We agree totally!
ShotScience 2 months ago 6
Yeah... that's very usefull. i will practise when snows will end.
piterqek 2 months ago
@piterqek Hopefully that will be tomorrow!
ShotScience 2 months ago
What if u got double teamed and went into panic mode... :/
snakebuddy1997 2 months ago
@snakebuddy1997 Why "Panic Mode?" Our feeling is to remain calm and if you are unable to get the shot up someone is open. If it gets really "hairy" throw the ball off one of their legs out of bounds.
ShotScience 2 months ago
After playing basketball for so many years this stills helps me to remember the basics which you can lose touch of. Thanks for the videos, Merry Xmas
ernestha 2 months ago
@ernestha It usually comes back to us pretty quickly when we have reason to remember. Happy Holidays to you and your family.
ShotScience 2 months ago
My first coach teached me that such a great tip
Denielgunz 2 months ago
@Denielgunz Your had a very smart coach!
ShotScience 2 months ago
Thats what my coach told me before
xXStevenStamkos91Xx 2 months ago
@xXStevenStamkos91Xx Smart coach!! You are probably a smart player!
ShotScience 2 months ago
Nice tip. It also annoys me back when I used to play AAU Basketball, that some of the big guys would take that extra dribble after they rebounded the ball.
alldaybasketball 2 months ago
@alldaybasketball That "dribble" is almost a sure turn-over! It is exasperating!
ShotScience 2 months ago
Great tip! Especially helpful for a post-man like me, since I would always bring the ball below my waist on a rebound, which sometimes resulted in a scramble for a plucked ball. Very helpful tip!!!
TheMrGhibli 2 months ago
@TheMrGhibli Thanks and we are pleased that we could help you with this and the other tips.
ShotScience 2 months ago
I'm playing 8th grade basketball right? Well this team I played had a kid that was 6'5! None of our usual reounders got any action that game:(
AlexsDominoes 2 months ago
@AlexsDominoes Hopefully your guys were trying to block him off the boards.
ShotScience 2 months ago
this is gr8 for me
ArsalanAijaz97 2 months ago
@ArsalanAijaz97 We are pleased that we can offer something that will help your game.
ShotScience 2 months ago
EHE. i always suck at rebounds stuff cause i never work on shooting after i fail once. so...let's try :P
TruckanLe 2 months ago
@TruckanLe Let's do it!!!!
ShotScience 2 months ago
thank you for all these tips
jamaicanhobos14 2 months ago
@jamaicanhobos14 thank you for watching! Help us get the word out!
ShotScience 2 months ago
my coach is always saying this and some of the big guys still don't get it. good tip
o0tiger0o 2 months ago
@o0tiger0o well, if they want to be unstoppable, they better take your coach's advice!
ShotScience 2 months ago
Thanks coach!
Elextos 2 months ago
@Elextos Thank you for watching!!
ShotScience 2 months ago