Long Gather Finish
Take one long, low gather step to close distance on the drive, then finish before the second step brings a travel call.
Finishing
- Duration
- 8 min
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Ages
- Ages 10–12, Ages 13–15, Ages 16+
- Equipment
- ball, hoop
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Coaching focus: Finishing at the Rim
Finishing drills train footwork, touch, and body control through contact near the basket. Reps with both hands and both feet build the habit of finishing strong regardless of angle.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
- How do you run the Long Gather Finish drill?
- Take one long, low gather step to close distance on the drive, then finish before the second step brings a travel call. Run it for about 8 minutes with ball and hoop.
- What age group is the Long Gather Finish drill for?
- Long Gather Finish 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.
- How long should the Long Gather Finish run?
- Run Long Gather Finish for about 8 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 Long Gather Finish?
- You'll need: ball, hoop.
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