5 Steps - How to Throw a Bounce Pass in Basketball

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5 Steps - How to Throw a Bounce Pass in Basketball

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• If you're a basketball player who wants to
  improve your offense, you must learn how to throw
  the bounce pass. You may think of it as a way to
  pick apart the defense and create more
  opportunities for your team. 
• This article will explain how to develop the
  skill.

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1. Practice your Jump Stop

• A jump stop is when you execute a routine jump
  stop and then use your legs to create more force
  on your bounce pass. 
• As you land back on the floor, push off with one
  foot and leap forward, delivering a perfect
  bounce pass. A mistake many make is neglecting
  their legs' power during jump stops. However, a
  rebounding net basketball can help solve that
  problem by giving you rebounds, which teaches you
  how to develop consistency with your jump stop.

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2. Learn how to control the ball

• With an automatic basketball return or basketball
  hoop rebounder, you can practice ball control at
  your own pace. 
• This helps you understand how to control a
  bouncing ball and builds confidence so your
  teammates will be comfortable playing with you
  when you throw bounce passes.

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3. Work on your arm's speed

• You may know how to throw a bounce pass and even
  have mastered your form, but if you can't get
  enough power behind it to clear an opponent, your
  pass will fall short. It takes practice to build
  up arm speed and develop more powerful throws, so
  get plenty of reps.

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4. Know who you are passing to

• If your teammates have good hands, a high rate of
  catching passes, or are elite at shooter
  basketball, try to place your pass exactly where
  they need it. 
• For example, if they like the ball slightly
  higher than average when shooting from outside,
  don't just put it up thereput it directly into
  their shooting motion.

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5. Master your technique

• The key to throwing a good bounce pass is
  technique. It's essential to keep your arm fully
  extended to avoid giving away your intended
  target. When you make contact with your
  non-dominant hand, bring it up and over towards
  your opposite shoulder. Then rotate that arm
  through as you bounce off it. This will release
  the ball at its highest point, making it easier
  for your teammate to catch it without jumping too
  high.

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Conclusion

• Very few basketball players know how to throw a
  bounce pass successfully. Yet, it is an essential
  skill in your repertoire if you're playing on a
  basketball team at any level. Follow these five
  tips for throwing a perfect bounce pass in
  basketball.

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