How to Play Shooting Guard in Youth Basketball

Youth basketball teaches young players the basics of each position. For example, the ability to play shooting guard enhances this fundamental base and makes the youngster a better player.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

1. Practice the release of your shot. One of the most important assets of being a shooting guard in youth basketball is a quick and accurate release. To get better at the release, the player should practice catching the basketball on the move and in a stationary position. In both positions, the shooting guard should be ready to shoot the ball as soon as he catches it.
2. Work on the positioning of the shooting guard's feet when she catches the basketball. It is extremely significant that the shooting guard keeps proper balance on the jump shot. No matter where on the court a player catches the basketball, her feet should point towards the basketball goal and be 6 to 12 inches apart for good balance.
3. Perform a shot fake to allow the shooting guard an option if the defense is playing close to the player. A player will use the shot fake to give him space for the shot or use to dribble drive past a defender.
4. Make sure the shooting guard plays the game with proper defensive position. The shooting guard must be able to defend opposing players off the dribble. Have the shooting guard bend her knees and shuffle the feet to stay in front of the opposing player.
5. Use conditioning drills in youth basketball to make certain the shooting guard is physically fit. With younger players is important to mot work them too hard. However, they still must be in good enough condition to run the entire game efficiently. The shooting guard position is the most active one on the court.