What age group is the Range Extension Ladder drill for?

Range Extension Ladder 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 Range Extension Ladder run?

Run Range Extension Ladder for about 12 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.

Range Extension Ladder

Make a shot from each spot before stepping back one giant stride, progressing from short mid-range out past the three-point line.

Shooting

Duration: 12 min
Intensity: Moderate
Ages: Ages 10–12, 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 Range Extension Ladder drill?: Make a shot from each spot before stepping back one giant stride, progressing from short mid-range out past the three-point line. Run it for about 12 minutes with ball and hoop.
What age group is the Range Extension Ladder drill for?: Range Extension Ladder 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 Range Extension Ladder run?: Run Range Extension Ladder for about 12 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 Range Extension Ladder?: You'll need: ball, hoop.

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