Free Throw Golf

Turn free throws into a round of golf: fewest 'strokes' over nine holes wins.

๐Ÿ€ Basketball๐Ÿ“ถ Beginnerโฑ 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 1+ players๐ŸŽ’ 1 ball, 1 hoopShootingFun Games

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Setup

Each 'hole' is one free-throw attempt sequence.

How it works

  1. 1Swish = 1 stroke (birdie). Make that touches the rim = 2. Miss = 3.
  2. 2Shoot one free throw per hole with your full routine.
  3. 3Play 9 holes and add up your score.

Coaching points

  • โœ”Same routine every time.
  • โœ”Breathe out before the shot โ€” it simulates pressure in a game.

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