Contest Shooting: cone reaction shot contest drill

This is a two-player drill with a passer (coach or player). One offensive player starts at the three-point line facing the basket. A defender starts directly in front of them. Two cones are placed 5–6 feet apart between the offensive and defensive players. The passer is positioned behind the play. How it Works: The offensive player chooses a side and cuts around both cones in that direction to get open. Simultaneously, the defender must go the opposite direction around the cones to recover and contest the shot. After clearing the cones, the offensive player catches the pass from the passer and shoots immediately. The defender closes out to contest. The passer can vary pass angles and locations to create different catch-and-shoot scenarios. Focus Points: Quick reaction and decision-making off movement Footwork and body control when changing direction Catch-and-shoot readiness Shot contest technique and recovery