Free Throw Self-Analysis Check List Template
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Free Throw Self-Analysis Check List
Directions: Review the following free throw check list. Be sure to analyze and address any “No” answers.
Consistency - Proper Free Throw Mechanics
Yes
No
Assuming a comfortable stance
Lining up shooting foot with the nail hole of the free throw circle
Non‐shooting foot to the side and slightly behind.
Not standing flat footed with weight off heels.
Knees slightly bent.
Yes
No
Finger Tip Grip
Holding ball on finger tips with space between palm and ball.
Off hand to side using finger tips with thumb spread.
Both thumbs forming letter “T.”
Yes
No
Wrist and Elbow
Elbow of shooting hand below ball.
Wrist extended or cocked backward creating winkles.
Ball held high with wrist, forearm and elbow forming the letter “U.”
Eyes on Target using center or back of rim as target.
Yes
No
Release and Follow Through
Shooting the ball by extending shooting arm and a smooth flick of the wrist.
Ball rolling off finger tips with backspin.
Soft shot with highest point three or four feet above basket.
Keeping shooting arm straight in line with the center of the basket.
Keeping shooting arm extended on follow through until ball is in basket.
Hand finishing in flexed or “Goose Neck” position with index finger pointing to the center
of the basket.
Concentration
Yes
No
Staying focused
Established and use a set routine and rhythm.
Single thought of making the shot
Blocking out all distractions such as crowd noise, trash talk, time & score
Taking a deep breath and relaxing
Visualizing the ball going through the basket
Bouncing the ball twice looking at the valve core to initiate shot.
Keeping eyes focused on target and not watching flight of the ball.
Single, smooth, fluid motion. Not jerky.
Confidence
Yes
No
Ability to Make Free Throws
Complete confidence in making the shot
Putting in the time and effort to improve and become a great free throw shooter
Ability to make 25 free throws in a row
In top physical condition
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