How to Make a Reverse Layup
When the defenders are expecting and waiting for a layup, fool them by continuing under the basket for the reverse.
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Instructions
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Drive to the basket, as if to shoot a right-handed layup.
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Take an extra dribble where you would normally pick the ball up.
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Cut underneath the basket.
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Use the basket as a barrier between you and tall defenders.
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Pick up the ball.
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Take your two steps.
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Jump off your right foot.
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Use a sweeping hook shot with your left hand.
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Aim for the upper left corner of the box on the backboard.
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Tips & Warnings
A left-handed player will find that learning the reverse layup from the right side is easier, and vice versa.
Experiment with your shot by putting different kinds of spin on the ball to get it to bounce off the backboard and into the hoop.
When a coach says, "If we make all of our free throws and all of our layups, we'll win all of our games," your coach isn't talking about reverse layups. They're a bit more difficult.
If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity.
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wangleehom
Mar 06, 2007
Let's say you want to do a right handed reverse lay up. Approach to the left side because if you approach from the right when you are trying to do a right handed lay up, you will have to shift your arm a lot more. If you approach from left side attempting for a right handed lay up, you don't have to shift your hand as much. Remember, a good "backspin" not "diagonal spin" because it'll just bounce "across" the backboard. -
wangleehom
Mar 06, 2007
Let's say you want to do a right handed reverse lay up. Approach to the left side because if you approach from the right when you are trying to do a right handed lay up, you will have to shift your arm a lot more. If you approach from left side attempting for a right handed lay up, you don't have to shift your hand as much. Remember, a good "backspin" not "diagonal spin" because it'll just bounce "across" the backboard.
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Jan 31, 2006
First, when you run to the basket you have the ball in your right hand. Then, as you are near the basket you take an extra dribble and put the ball in your right hand. After that you jump off either foot and swing your hand under the basket and shot the ball with all your strength. Remember to aim for the square. It is fun and easy.
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Jan 31, 2006
First, when you run to the basket you have the ball in your right hand. Then, as you are near the basket you take an extra dribble and put the ball in your right hand. After that you jump off either foot and swing your hand under the basket and shot the ball with all your strength. Remember to aim for the square. It is fun and easy.
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Nov 22, 2005
A left-handed player will find that learning the reverse layup from the right side is easier, and vice versa. Experiment with your shot by putting different kinds of spin on the ball to get it to bounce off the backboard and into the hoop. When a coach says, "If we make all of our free throws and all of our layups, we'll win all of our games," your coach isn't talking about reverse layups. They're a bit more difficult.
