Good Shot / Bad Shot Recognition
Coach or partner varies closeout speed and distance on each catch; the shooter fires only when the closeout is fully beaten, otherwise fakes and resets.
Coaching focus: Basketball IQ & Reads
IQ and decision-making drills put players in live, small-sided situations where they have to read a defender and choose correctly — the muscle memory of good decisions, not just good mechanics.
Frequently asked questions
Good Shot / Bad Shot Recognition 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.
Run Good Shot / Bad Shot Recognition 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.
Build this into a full practice plan
Drag Good Shot / Bad Shot Recognition into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it — free to start.
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