Floater Range Progression
Attack from the foul line off two dribbles and finish with a one-foot floater before the defender's arrival, moving one step back after every three makes. Extends touch and arc beyond standard layup range.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Attack from the foul line off two dribbles and finish with a one-foot floater before the defender's arrival, moving one step back after every three makes. Extends touch and arc beyond standard layup range. Run it for about 10 minutes with ball and hoop.
Floater Range Progression works well for players in Ages 10–12, Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
Run Floater Range Progression for about 10 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
You'll need: ball, hoop.
Coaching Floater Range Progression?
Swap notes with coaches running this drill in the free community, or build Floater Range Progression into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it in the app.
The community is free and always will be. No card needed for either.