Tips on Feeding Balls from a Basket
Posted on Dec 14, 2007 under Coaching Principles | No Comment1. Begin by placing the basket to your left side if you are
right-handed. That is much more efficient than a basket in front or behind you.
2. Place your left foot on the basket if the basket is not very sturdy. You don’t want a returned ball knocking over the basket and spilling balls everywhere!
3. Try to keep two balls in your hand at all times. If you reach down to the basket and miss grabbing a second ball, you can still hit the one in your hand and continue the flow of play.
4. Try to establish a rhythm. If the player (especially a stronger player) has to wait for your feeds, speed up. Likewise, your feeds should not rush players.
5. When you feed balls, visualize where you want the ball to go. Then watch and analyze your results. The more consistent your feed, the easier the player can get in a rhythm. Focus on the height and speed as well as the location.