Basketball
Shooting
Shooting Off Screens
Basketball drill for shooting training sessions
Shooters practise reading and using screens to get open looks.
What This Drill Improves
This basketball drill is best for intermediate players who need focused work on shooting. It works well with 8 players and can be adjusted by changing the space, pressure, or scoring rules.
Setup
Screen set at wing. Cutter reads over/under. Passer at top.
Instructions
- Screener sets up at elbow.
- Shooter uses the screen — reads if defender goes over or under.
- Over = curl for mid-range. Under = fade to 3.
- Catch and shoot off the cut. Rotate roles every 5 makes.
Coaching Points
✓ Set up the defender with 2–3 steps before the screen.
✓ Read before committing to curl or fade.
✓ Catch in triple threat — ready to shoot.
Common Mistakes to Watch For
- Players rushing the finish before setting their body shape.
- Shots aimed without looking at the goalkeeper or target area.
- Runs arriving too early, making the finish predictable.
Progressions: Make It Harder
→ Live defender.
→ Screen on the ball (pin down).
→ Must shoot within 2 seconds of catching.
Regressions: Make It Easier
Start without defenders, then add pressure once the movement pattern is clear.
Allow extra touches until players understand the timing.
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