Spring is upon us. That means warmer weather, the end of the school year in sight, and baseball!

Baseball is the great American pastime. And while we are partial to basketball, it seems timely to incorporate a specific “baseball” practice into your basketball shooting drills.

When you make “Baseball” shooting part of your basketball workouts, you’re getting a fun shooting drill that you can do by yourself or with a partner.

And because you are competing against yourself, it’s a great shooting drill for all players - beginner or experienced.

Track your “runs” and watch yourself improve over time!

How the “Baseball” Shooting Drill Works in Basketball 

Setup

Players will shoot from 9 spots. This represents the 9 innings in a baseball game.

Instructions

• Begin shooting at spot 1. Players continue to shoot at spot 1 until they miss 3 times (3 outs). You do not have to shoot 3-point shots! Shoot from an appropriate range.

• Makes (defined as shots that go in but hit some part of the rim) are singles.

• Swishes are home runs.

• At each spot, count your “runs.” For instance, if a player went make (single), make (another single, runners now on first and second base), and then swished the next shot, that would give them 3 runs (a 3-run home run).

• Once you miss for the third time, that “inning” is over and you move to the next spot.

The goal is to achieve the highest possible score after completing all 9 spots/innings.

7 Key Points For Maximizing The “Baseball” Shooting Drill

1 - Track your score - the goal is to see yourself improve over time. Every time you do the “Baseball shooting” basketball drill, write down your score. Over time, strive to improve.

2 - Do it alone or against a teammate - you can compete against yourself or a teammate. If you do it with a teammate, after you shoot at spot 1, have your teammate shoot there. Then move to spot 2 and repeat.

3 - Be shot ready - have your hands and feet ready to shoot before the ball arrives.

4 - Mix up the shots you take - younger players can move the spots in. More advanced players can use shots other than catch-and-shoot. You might try a pump fake, then a one-dribble pull-up. You could try a step back or a side step 3. Be creative.

5 - Laser focus - swishes are rewarded more than makes. Lock in on your target and go for a swish!

6 - Tune out the pressure - because every miss penalizes you, you are training yourself to shoot under pressure. This mimics the game. Focus on each shot and do not allow yourself to be distracted.

7 - You can choose your home run shots - we talked about swishes being home runs. That’s one way to do the drill. Other coaches or trainers might want you to go for BRAD (back rim and down) shots. That’s fine too. You can determine what type of shots count as home runs based on your shooting style and goals.

The Combined Benefits of Fun, Improvement, and Competition

Basketball shooting drills should be both fun and developmental.

Baseball shooting checks both boxes. It’s also effective because you can track your progress over time. You can compete against yourself and others and see yourself improve.

So get in the batter’s box and let it rip!

Want to Take Your Shooting to the Next Level?

Basketball drills like this are a great start—but the fastest way to improve your shooting is to getg hands-on coaching, real reps, and immediate feedback.

At Breakthrough Basketball Camps, players don’t just get shots up; they learn how to shoot better. From footwork and balance to consistency and confidence, our camps are designed to help players make dramatic improvements in their shooting in just a few days.

That’s why so many players leave camp more confident . . . and come back year after year.

Check out Breakthrough Basketball Camps and start improving your shooting today:

Gain the Edge to
Stand Out on the Court

Breakthrough Basketball Camps help players improve their skills and decision-making while building the confidence to shine on and off the court. Trusted by over 150,000 players nationwide, our camps provide:

• Experienced coaches who know how to teach every level

• Skill development in shooting, ball handling, and all-around play

• Game-like situations that build confidence under pressure

• A positive, motivating environment parents can feel good about

• Beginner, Youth, and Advanced Camps - Ages 6 to 18

FIND A BASKETBALL CAMP NEAR YOU

Comments Most Likes First   Oldest First   Newest First

Leave a Comment Name : Email (not published) : Five times two is equal to?  (Prevents Spam) Answer :  Load New Question Comments : Leave this Blank :