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Turn-Around Jumper Quick Release

Trainer Sibelle Zambie · 5 min workout · 16s clip

Level 2 · Novice basketball + hoop driveway solohoop needed

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This breakdown drill sharpens your footwork and quick release on turn-around jumpers from the paint, building shot readiness.

The drill

Turn Around Jumper Breakdown

5 min · 15 reps

Dribble in place middle of paint → turn around quickly → elevate into a jumper

Is this drill for you?

For developing scorers (Level 2) sharpening footwork and quick release on the turn-around jumper from the paint.

Trains: shooting form · footwork · balance

Variations: Turn both over the left and right shoulder.

In a game: The quick-release turn-around is a post and mid-post staple - it goes up before the defender can react.

Needs a hoop.

← Easier: Better Rhythm And Timing · Harder: Airborne Square-Up Shooting →

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