Talking Split S1 Ep2: Shooting + Durham McInnis - Blue Hoops Coaching Pod
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Nov 1, 2017 
Durham McInnis, Athletic Development Manager at Basketball Victoria and expert in strength and conditioning, joins the discussion. He shares insights on personalized coaching and the importance of tailoring training for young athletes. They delve into the significance of shooting mechanics, hand positioning, and shooting statistics to elevate performance. McInnis emphasizes the need for a strong foundation in training, balancing physical conditioning with technical skills, and the importance of recovery to prevent injuries in competitive sports.
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Rhythm And Spacing Aid Shooting
- Good shooters take balanced, rhythm-based shots within team spacing.
- Glamorous contested shots are less effective than quality shot selection in rhythm.
Control Dipping For Shot Speed
- Teach players not to dip the ball excessively to speed up quick-release shots.
- Both no-dip and dip shots have value depending on game situation and timing.
Practice Passing For Rhythm Shots
- Emphasize quality passing in practice to enable rhythm jump shots.
- Good passes lead to easier, higher-percentage shots on offense.