We all have them, and there's no worse feeling! At the beginning of the season you were hitting every shot, and now it seems you aren't making any! Here are 3 ways to help get out of the slump, and start hitting shots again.
1. Stop Hesitating
Now, whenever you get the ball, don't stop and think about what to do! You already know what to do, shoot.2. Practice More
There's no pressure in practice, so get to it! You don't have to be worried about making your shots, and the more shots you make, the faster you'll get out of your slump! Start shooting close to the basket, and move out as you improve.3. Clear Your Mind
When we think about our shot too much, we tend to miss. You just need to focus on your shot to be able to make them! Don't think about anything else!Try these interesting techniques for clearing your mind in practice!
•Start by shooting five balls eight feet away from the hoop.•Next, take five shots using your weaker hand.
•Now, go to the free-throw line. Shoot another five shots with your weaker hand.
•Go to the 3-point line. Do another five shots with your weaker hand.
•Now move over to half court. Take five shots with your stronger hand.
•Don't laugh, but now you're going to stand on one leg. Take five shots with your strong hand. Make sure you focus; really try to make the shots.
•Don't move. Now, close one eye, and keep standing on one leg. Take 5 shots with your strong hand. You might not make it, but that's not important. Just keep trying.
•Now, switch to your weaker hand. Stay on one leg, with one eye closed. This is going to be hard, but again, really try to make it!
•Now move into your regular shooting range and do some jump shots with your right hand. Don't worry about making or missing them. Just shoot. These shots are really easy now, right?
If you make a shot, then make sure you congratulate yourself. Don't berate yourself if you miss; just focus on the good. And remember to have fun!
If you're in a slump, do this exercise as often as you can.
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