The Lob Pass

Timing between you and the passer is critical if this play is going to work. The pass has to be accurate and out of reach of the defender; and, you have to hold him off before breaking to receive the pass and take it to the hoop.

The lob pass is best used when your man is fronting you low on the ball side. When this happens, do the following:

1. Turn and face the basket and lean your hip and butt into the back of the defender.

2. Place your forearm on his back and with your other hand make a target for the incoming pass.

3. Once the pass is over the hands of your defender, release from the defender, take the pass, and go to the hoop with it.