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This simple drill makes left-handed layups comfortable and easy to learn for right-handed people. this is also useful for a lefty learning a right-handed layup.

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Steps

  1. Do a Left Handed Layup Step 1.jpg
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    Start at the foul line on the left side.
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  2. Do a Left Handed Layup Step 2.jpg
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    Dribble slowly down the lane with your left hand.
  3. Do a Left Handed Layup Step 3.jpg
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    Just prior to reaching the baseline, turn toward the basket, take the ball with both hands and take your layup steps.
  4. Do a Left Handed Layup Step 4.jpg
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    Take the ball in your left hand in the air, just before you shoot.
  5. Do a Left Handed Layup Step 5.jpg
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    Lay the ball up against the backboard.
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Tips

  • If you don't need to dribble at the start, simply walk and shoot. If you don't dribble, your first step should be with the left foot.
  • the left handed lay up is done by jumping off your right leg and bringing up your left leg as they are connected. It is very easy. If you would like for beginners, you could shoot with your right hand instead of you left. This makes it much easier.
  • Usually, it only takes a few minutes to become fairly comfortable at the left hand release begin to speed up only taking three or fewer steps to the basket.

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