Five-Spot Pressure Shooting

Partners complete a five-spot shooting challenge. The shooter must make 5 shots from each position before advancing. Three consecutive misses reset the score to 0 at that position, adding pressure and consistency demands.

Instructions

1. Work in pairs
2. Choose 5 shooting positions on the court
3. Start at the first position and shoot until reaching 5 makes
4. If the shooter misses 3 shots in a row, reset the score for that position to 0
5. After one position is completed, switch players
6. Continue until all 5 positions are completed

Coaching Points

• Use the drill to reinforce repeatable shot execution under pressure
• Ensure passer is executing game-like, precise, strong passes

Variations

• Use static shooting
• Use game-representative shots: off the dribble, relocate and catch and shoot, or shoot off screens
• Adjust the 5-make target and 3-miss reset rule to match team level

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