Foul shooting is not a one step process. The big problem is shooting technique, then properly preparing to shoot on the foul line. Practicing alone won't help you. You need to understand the skills and mechanics involved.
Here are four groups of skills you can work on to improve your foul shooting.
1. Foul Shot Technique
2. Foul Shot Practice
3. General Shot Technique
4. General Shot Practice
Foulshooting Steps
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| Place your feet about an inch behind the foul line. Concentrate on the basket. Bend your knees and begin the motion of shooting. |
Continue with motion and begin to release your shot. | Follow through and release your shot as you watch it go in the basket. |