What did we find out?

We learned that you shoot the ball differently depending on where you start the ball. Starting the ball by your chest, most people shoot with the arc of the ball coming near the basket. You can make a basket that way, but it's really tough. The higher you start the ball, like up by your chin or overhead, the higher the arc of the shot, and the farther from the basket it peaks. That means the ball goes through the hoop more steeply, which we think improves your chances. Of course, you still need to practice a lot! more...