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• Dribbling


  An important skill in basketball that allows movement up and down the court, maneuver past defenders and execute plays. Proper dribbling requires ball-handling skills and knowledge of how to spread fingers for ball control. It is best to master dribbling equally well with both hands.
• Types of Dribbling


  • High or Speed dribble
  • Change of pace dribble
  • Crossover
  • Between the legs dribble
  • Behind the back
  • Low dribble
• High or Speed dribble


  Used to move the ball up the court very quickly, typically after steals and during fast break opportunities. Keep the torso erect and push the top of the ball forward, well ahead of the body. The bounce of the ball should reach anywhere from between the upper thigh to slightly above the waist.
• Change of pace dribble


  Used to cause the defender to lose balance as move the ball forward with a high dribble. The change of pace occurs during the slow momentum when moving the ball forward and the torso is relaxed.
• Crossover


  Can be effective if the defender is making a strong attempt to prevent right or left movement. Flick the ball across the body from the right hand to the left hand, while simultaneously moving the right foot across the body to the left. Keep the body low, the dribble should be no higher than the knees. Accelerate past the defender by pushing off with the left foot.
• Between the legs dribble


  Used to go past a defender who is overplaying. Begin with rapid low dribbles with the right hand. Take a deep step forward with the left foot and flick the ball through the legs to the left hand. Keep the body low as you move forward to the left.
• Behind the back


  Used to change directions while keeping a good view of the entire court. To move to the left, begin dribbling with the right hand. Place the hand on the side of the ball. Step forward with the left foot while simultaneously wrapping the ball behind the back, across the back the thighs, and flick the ball toward the left hand. Plant the right foot before stepping forward with the left foot.
• Low dribble


  Used to protect the basketball from nearby defenders. The lower the dribble, the closer the ball to the body, and the more control it with the risk.
• Shooting


  Shooting the ball into the hoop is needed to score points in basketball. This requires the ability to properly hold and throw the ball into the air toward the basket while avoiding defenders. A proper shot requires precise aiming, arm extension and lift from the legs.
• Types of Shots


  • Jump Shot
  • Free Throws or foul shots
  • Layups
  • Post Shots
  • Dunk
• Jump Shot


  Used most frequently for mid- to long-range shots, including three-point attempts, although it can be used from short range to gain separation from a defender. Jump straight up and use the basic shooting form. Release the ball at the peak of your jump.
• Free Throws or foul shots


  Unopposed attempts to score points by shooting from behind the free-throw line, a line situated at the end of the restricted area. Free throws are generally awarded after a foul on the shooter by the opposing team, analogous to penalty shots in other team sports.
• Layups


  Done from very close range after dribbling to the basket or taking a pass near the hoop. Typical layup form involves grasping the ball with two hands, raising it in front the face and banking it off the backboard, which all occurs while in motion. A put back of a missed shot is also technically a layup. This can be done by jumping well and raising the ball as high as possible and flip it straight through the rim.
• Post Shots


  Usually executed by Centers and power forwards who typically operate near the basket often use short shots. A turn-around jumper begins with the back to the basket. Jump away from the hoop while leaning back and simultaneously pivoting about 180 degrees to face the basket before shooting. For a hook shot, stride into the lane with the back to the hoop while keeping the torso between the basket and the ball. Turn the non-shooting shoulder toward the hoop, jump, raise the ball straight up and flip the wrist to take the shot.
• Dunk


  The most spectacular shot, relies more on jumping ability than shooting skill. If you can jump high enough, and hands large enough to control the ball, leap, lift the ball above the rim and push or throw it through the net.
• Passing


  The act of throwing the ball to a teammate. One player will try to pass the ball to their teammate while the other player tries to steal the ball and take it away. Passing the ball successfully among the players is one of the keys in a basketball game.
• Types of Passes

  • Bounce pass
  • Chest pass
  • Overhead Pass
  • One-hand push pass
  • Baseball pass
• Bounce pass


  The passer throws the ball to a teammate just above the floor. It can be used to pass around a defender who will be close to the receiver or to throw over an aggressive defender, though this is not advised. When used properly, the bounce pass can help get past a defender that is in the way of an actual pass.
• Chest pass


  Thrown with the ball being placed above and between the two arms. It can be used from anywhere on the court and especially from close to the basket. The motion of passing is similar to a layup; instead of raising the ball over the head, it is brought chest high by pulling it back with both hands. The chest pass is often utilized in teams' offensive game plans when a fast break opportunity has presented itself or in transition when no one has yet established an offensive set.
• Overhead Pass


  The most spectacular pass in basketball. The ball starts off high above your head, and it ends wide open for a teammate to take it in for a layup. To learn how to do an overhead pass, keep it high and keep your hands together.
• One-hand push pass


  Used most often when closely guarded. Similar to the chest pass, except you push with one hand while taking a step to create space from your defender. Push the ball with one hand toward your teammate's chest area or shooting pocket.
• Baseball pass


  A one-handed pass that uses the same motion as a baseball throw. Often used for longer distances or when you need to make a quicker pass.
• Running


  A big part of basketball. In a full-court game, running back and forth as the game quickly transitions between offense and defense is necessary. During ball possessions, running will help avoid defenders and get to the basket quicker. On defense, it is must to run after the opponent, especially during fast breaks.
• Jumping


  Another skill that can define how good a basketball player is. Jumping is involved in offense during the jump ball in the beginning, while taking shots and sometimes while trying to catch a pass. On defensive you will need the ability to jump when trying to block a shot or a pass. Being able to out jump your opponent for a rebound also is important.