The Reality of the "Dip"
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The Reality of the "Dip"
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About this listen
In this episode of The Coach Dave Love Podcast, we dive into one of the most polarizing shooting mechanics in basketball: the Dip.
Once seen as a bad habit to eliminate, the pendulum has now swung in the opposite direction—some coaches actively teach it. But what's the science behind it? What are the trade-offs when players dip versus when they don’t? And how can coaches make informed decisions rather than rely on trends?
Dave and Matt explore:
What the dip does (and doesn't) accomplish from a physics perspective
How it fits within Dave’s Sandbox Analogy of shooting mechanics
How coaches can help players explore the dip more intentionally and effectively
Plus: we feature our first-ever listener question! Want to be next? Record a voice note with your name, location, and question and email it to: podcast@coachdavelove.com
Referenced blogs:
The Physics of the Basketball Dip
Exploring the Sandbox: Rethinking Skill in Basketball Shooting