Under the rim, reverse finish
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Finishing drill
Reverse Mikan
Mikan drill using reverse layups on the far side of the rim.
- Time
- 5 min
- Players
- 1+
- Ages
- 9+
- Level
- Intermediate
Equipment: 1 ball per basket
How to run the drill
- 1Start under the rim facing the baseline.
- 2Step under and finish a reverse layup on the other side.
- 3Catch it, step back under, and finish on the other side. 30–60 seconds.
Coaching points
- Use the rim to protect the ball
- Spin it high off the glass
- Stay balanced, quick feet
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