What age group is the Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen drill for?

Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen works well for players in Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.

How long should the Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen run?

Run Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen for about 10 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.

Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen

Use a flare screen to separate from the defender, catch on the move facing the rim, and shoot with no dribble.

Shooting

Duration: 10 min
Intensity: Moderate
Ages: Ages 13–15, Ages 16+
Equipment: ball, hoop

Looking up through a worn chain net as a ball drops toward the rim

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Coaching focus: Shooting & Finishing

Shooting drills build a repeatable release through high-rep, low-distraction reps before adding movement, defense, and game speed. Track makes, not just attempts, and keep form the priority until it's automatic.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How do you run the Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen drill?: Use a flare screen to separate from the defender, catch on the move facing the rim, and shoot with no dribble. Run it for about 10 minutes with ball and hoop.
What age group is the Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen drill for?: Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen works well for players in Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
How long should the Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen run?: Run Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen for about 10 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
What equipment do I need for Catch-and-Shoot off Flare Screen?: You'll need: ball, hoop.

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