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Basketball: Body Position for Passing

Great tool for bringing focus to practices. Began using it last year...

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When you collect the ball, set your feet wide apart, bend your knees to form a strong body position to be able to put maximum power and control on the pass.

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Chest Bounce Pass:

Step forwards with one foot.

As the weight transfers forward make a chest pass by extending your arms at chest height and bounce the ball in between you and the player to whom you are passing.

Passing Technique

1 Handed Pass:

Make a pass off to your left whilst moving forwards.
Arm should follow the path of the ball to ensure correct trajectory.

Passing Technique

1-step and left hip pass:

Step with your left foot and pass off the left hip against a wall 3 m away. Make the pass return so you can catch without having to move. Then step backwards and into position to repeat the exercise.

Passing Technique

Chest Pass 2:

Start with legs shoulder width apart. Step forwards. As the weight is transferred forwards make a chest pass, pushing the ball out from the chest and releasing the ball when your arms are fully outstretched. The transfer of weight gives extra power.

Passing Technique

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