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Hi, I'm John and 14. I have proper form, but sometimes when i shoot it comes off weird like off my ring finger instead of my index or middle finger. How can I change this? Drills are fine, but I would like to know some factors that are causing this. Also, it takes me (I think) to lone to warm up. Some times it takes twenty minutes. Is this weird? However, I'm more concerned with my shooting.
Dear John,
Usually what plays a role in shooting in general is the non-shooting hand. You see, the ball has to be released with one hand, using fingers, wrist and elbow motion but the non-shooting hand is just use to bring the ball in a steady and comfortable position. You got to get your non-shooting hand slighly away the ball when you release it.
Another factor might be that you don't just use fingers in shooting and the ball might touch your palm. It's very important that you only use your fingers to give a good spin.
Check this site that has drills to improve your handles to shoot better.
http://www.degerstrom.com/basketball/drills/ballhandling/
Try to perform as many. Get on the court and work hard to get better.
No, 20 minutes of warm up is not weird. In fact, good for you. Don't forget the stretching exercises.
Sincerely Yours,
Coach B.Anagnostou
Olympiacos Coaching stuff
(Euroleague, HEBA)
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Bob Anagnostou
Expertise
I can answer any questions relating to drills, offence plays, defence plays, conditioning, improving vertical leap and explosiveness, shooting, passing, dribling, penetrating, faking and whatever related to basketball coaching and playing. ***"Please be sure you include in your question the following information -Whether you are a player, a coach, a parent of a young player or just a fan. -If you are a player, your age, height, weight and goals in basketball. -If you are a coach, the grade of your team and the years of experience.
Experience
I have been a pro basketball player for 5 years, but i have started playing basketball since the age of 6. I am currently assistant coach in a Greek First division under 21 team and head coach in a Junior High School team. My father, who has helped my a lot, is part of the Greece national basketball team's coaching stuff, the European Champions and the Silver World Champions.
Education/Credentials
Currently, a student in Hellenic Gymnastic(concerning all sports) Academy, which has produced high level coaches who compose the Basketball and Football national teams' coaching stuff.
Awards and Honors
Most Improved Player 2002 award in HEBA championship under 21 ~
Most Valuable Rookie Player 2003 award in HEBA championship ~
Best Offensive player 2005 award in HEBA championship
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