Tips for Helping You Lag.

Lagging the ball is a skilled shot, just like shooting a jump shot, banking, or any other shot you have in your repertoire.  In order to master this skill we must practice it!

Let’s begin with our attitude.  When practicing the lag, don’t just go into it half-heartedly.  Be sure to approach this shot with the same focus and discipline as any other shot.  Use your good pre-shot routine, visualize your target, judge your speed and proceed to execution.

CHART YOUR RESULTS

One great way to practice your lag is to make a game of it.  Ask one of your pals to join you in a friendly challenge that will be both fun and educational.  Lay a ruler flat on the table extending out from the head rail.  This will be your guide to plot your results.  Each player takes turns lagging ten times.  Using the ruler, plot the results on a piece of paper and see who can get the closest the most times out of ten.  This will make practicing the lag both fun and entertaining, while at the same time sharpening your skills.
If there is any lesson I want you to take away from this article, it is how important the lag is to giving yourself the best chance to win.

In closing, always remember when practicing the lag:

• Approach this shot like every shot you take, with the same focus and will to win

• Make a game of your practice session.  This allows you to plot your results and keep track of your improvement.

• Practicing the lag is not beneath any player of any skill level, not if they want to give themselves the best chance to win.