What is a underhand layup called?
What is a underhand layup called?
In our second installment of the “How to Master Basketball Layups” series, we focus on the “true” layup or, as it’s better known, the underhand layup. It’s nicknamed the “true layup” because when you do it correctly, you actually lay the ball up to the backboard.
What is a reverse layup?
A “reverse” lay-up is where the offensive player drives from one side of the basket, and shoots from the other side of the basket. Particularly for older athletes, the basket can help to protect the shot from being blocked by the defender.
How many types of layups are there?
Layups can be broadly categorized into two types: the underarm and the overarm.
What is a power layup?
To perform a power layup, jump straight up off both feet. Your outside hand (from the basket) should shoot the ball similar to your normal shot, but straight up. Your inside hand should be up and strong to protect the ball.
Do you flick your wrist on a layup?
Teach your players to bring the ball up above their head, extend their arm, and then flick their wrist to guide the basketball into the hoop. The traditional overhand layup is very similar to a regular jump shot when it comes to this part of the layup technique.
What are the different types of layups in basketball?
There’s no excuse for having just one type of layup, especially since STACK’s series about basketball layups has already taught you the Overhand Layup, Underhand Layup, Power Layup, Backhand Layup, Middle Reverse Layup, and Backhand Reverse Layup.
How many types of layups are there in basketball?
Layups can be broadly categorized into two types: the underarm and the overarm. The underarm layup involves using most of the wrist and the fingers to ‘lay’ the ball into the net or off the board. This layup is more commonly known as the finger roll.