What Is The High Post In Basketball?

If you are a basketball enthusiast, you must have often heard a coach or players call a particular area of the court the post. There are two post positions known as low and high post in basketball.

This region requires players that are physically strong and those that can call a foul on the opponent team.

The post is painted a solid colour so it is easier to identify. It is divided into two regions known as the low post and high post. The low post is closer to the hoop while the high post is nearer to the free-throw line.

The post is played on by centres and even power forwards. They will often post up in the area to accept the ball from the point guard.

Since playing at the post is quite tricky, it is necessary to have big-post players appointed at the post to ward off overcrowding and the occurrence of mistakes.

Being able to play the post requires skill, hardworking, talent and proper basketball knowledge. The player’s posting should know which position indicates what.

In this guide, we shall look closely at the high post, offensive strategies and techniques you can use to master it. Let’s get straight to it!

What Is The High Post In Basketball?

The high post in basketball or high post area refers to the painted region of the post that is near the free-throw line. This is located at the top of the key in the half court.

This region of the post is present on either side of the basket or hoop. However, the high post area is about 12 to 15 feet away from the basket as opposed to the low post which is nearer.

There is a 4-posts analogy used in basketball. 2 posts out of the 4 are at the corners, also known as the elbows. The elbows are positioned at the key/free-throw line in each half-court.

The elbow or corners are used to play mid-range jump shots and most team coaches ensure they focus on this region for players posting.

Taller and bigger players are often appointed at the high post so they can ward off the defender away from the hoop and keep the lane to the rim free.

Similar to the low post, the high post in basketball is critical for both defensive and offensive players. Power forwards and centre players often make use of the high post to pick the ball or set up a move or pass to an open teammate.

Post players posted at the high post play long shots and often position themselves there to grab the ball.

Players often use unbalanced or fadeaway shots at the high post instead of dunks, layups and hook shots which are usually played at the low post.

Defending the basket using a high post position can frustrate the opponent team and cause them to work towards a single-dimension approach.

This makes their tactics less complicated and even easier to play against. The high post player’s defence team benefits from the high post offence and offensive strategies.

Why Is It Called The Post In Basketball?

You now know what the high post in basketball is, but ever wondered why the painted region on the court is called the post?

The truth is that even though basketball history is well preserved, no one really knows why the term ‘post’ was given to that particular area of the court.

Some people believe that it has been derived from the word ‘outpost’. An outpost is a position a soldier or army personnel guards during a war/battle.

Others think it was derived from ‘posting up’  as offensive players ask for the ball once they position themselves on the post. This is because players post up at a high post or low post position during a game.

A few people also think that since four posts or corners need to be painted to mark the location on the court for high post/low post, the term was derived from there.

Some less popular beliefs include:

• The term posting up is slang that is used in the U.S. to claim an area or region. Posting up refers to being posted or placed at a specific position.
• Posting up is used to define a gathering or plan with Tatum family/friends.

How To Play High Post In Basketball?

To play the high post in basketball, the most common tactic used is the high low action. The offensive player positions at the high post and one in the low post.

The high post player obtains a pass from a point guard or player near the perimeter that is behind the 3-point line/triple threat position.

The low post player cuts the lane to receive the ball from the high post player and throws a shot. They usually launch this shot using low post moves, dunks or layups.

Let us look at the four main offensive techniques used by high post players to create scoring opportunities:

1-4 High Offense

This tactic makes use of the high post and the low post regions to obtain a score. It allows players to play shots while they are close to the basket or while positioned at the perimeter/free throw line. Several basketball screens and cuts are utilized to perform this strategy.

Princeton Offense

The Princeton is a tactic used by offensive players that require players to:

• Dribble.
• Pass to an open teammate.
• Screen.
• Cut.
• Shoot.

Post players must also be able to perform the point, low and chin actions when they are close to the hoop or positioned at the perimeter.

UCLA Offense

Coach John Wooden devised the Oreo strategy. It makes use of screening, cutting, mid-range jump shots, blocking shots and passing techniques to create scoring opportunities near the basket or from the perimeter.

Horns Offense

This is an offensive player technique that is used to create more space. Enough space allows players to shoot a hook shot while they are near the basket or positioned at the perimeter. This ball handler often uses dribble handoffs and basketball screens to land post shots.

What Is The High Post Offense?

A high post offence occurs when a player positioned at the high post receives an entry pass. This could be a power forward or centre player posting who is responsible for blocking the opponent team and allowing the offensive player to flow through them.

Conclusion

Our guide on the high post in basketball has finally come to an end. This post is quite important to obtain a score from the perimeter or near the hoop as a ball handler.

Although it can turn the game around, it is considered less ideal and most coaches tend to use the low post positions instead.

However, with perfect mastery of technique and skill, this post can prove to be quite as effective!

Asics Blast FF 3 Performance Review

The Asics Blast FF 3 is Asics’ latest flagship volleyball shoe. Built as an indoor court shoe, it features a TURNTRUSS component on the lateral portion of the shoe. This helps accomplish the shoe’s well-marketed goal of adding support and stability for “moving powerfully” on the court. Keep reading for the full performance review of the Asics Blast FF 3.

Pros Stability & Support

The biggest pro of the Asics Blast FF 3 is the top-tier stability and support. Your foot sits low to the ground in the Blast FF 3 and is contained within the midsole. The shoe’s outsole features a lateral outrigger that ensures you can always remain flat on the bottom of the sneaker when pushing off side-to-side, and the TURNTRUSS plate makes sure your foot stays where it’s supposed to. Starting from the widest point on the outrigger, the TURNTRUSS is a hard plastic plate that runs along the lateral side of your foot, through and partially under the arch, and ends just before the shoe starts wrapping around to the back of the foot. The result is excellent lateral containment.

To summarize the above paragraph, when you are moving laterally, the Blast FF 3 makes sure that it stays flat and stable on the ground, and makes sure your foot stays perfectly in place within the footbed. When you hear talk about shoes providing ankle support, this setup is what is meant. High tops don’t protect your ankles, stability does.

The Blast FF 3’s TURNTRUSS plate also results in rigidity through the midfoot, meaning that it won’t bend or twist in ways that your foot shouldn’t.  The arch is supported on both sides of the foot, so this shoe is an excellent choice for anyone that really needs torsional support in their volleyball footwear.

Traction

Traction is arguably the most important component in any shoe for any sport. For those of you that have played in Asics or read my other reviews, this should come as no surprise: The Blast FF 3 has excellent traction. Asics’ rubber compound is always soft and tacky, and that’s the case here. These shoes were sticky and responsive on both wood and plastic court floors. Asics volleyball shoes are always best-in-class for traction, and the Blast FF 3 is no exception.

Court Feel

The Asics Blast FF 3 feels great to move in on the court. Your foot sits low to the ground which is always helpful for feeling the court, which can assist with your coordination when moving around. The edge of the outsole is slightly rounded, which is crucial when taking your penultimate step in volleyball. That smooth transition helps you to safely transfer power through your approach and into your jump. The Blast FF 3 feels quick and responsive when playing, which is exactly what you want from a volleyball shoe.

Cons Cushion

The Asics Blast FF 3 is a great volleyball shoe, but it does have one flaw. All of that low-to-the-ground responsiveness comes at a cost: the cushioning. The midsole is Flytefoam, which is what Asics uses in all of their top-end volleyball shoes. In the Blast FF 3, however, there just isn’t enough of it. The cushioning doesn’t feel dead; you can still move quickly and jump high. But the impact protection just isn’t there.

When I wear these, they always feel great at first, and then after a while my feet and/or knees start to feel sore. To be fair, Asics does mention on its site that this shoe is meant for supporting powerful lateral movements, and not so much verticality. If you play an especially jumping-heavy position such as middle or a pin hitter who also attacks out of the back row, maybe look at another model.

Asics Blast FF 3 Summary

The best way to think about the Jordan Tatum 1 is to focus on what you need most in a volleyball shoe. This is one of the most stable sneakers I have tested. Lateral movements, like those a defender or setter might make, feel quick and responsive. On the other hand, I probably wouldn’t tell a middle to buy these. If you’re not max jumping all the time when you play, the Asics Blast FF 3 is a great volleyball shoe and I’d recommend trying them out.

Asics Blast FF 3 Performance Review

The Asics Blast FF 3 is Asics’ latest flagship volleyball shoe. Built as an indoor court shoe, it features a TURNTRUSS component on the lateral portion of the shoe. This helps accomplish the shoe’s well-marketed goal of adding support and stability for “moving powerfully” on the court. Keep reading for the full performance review of the Asics Blast FF 3.

Pros Stability & Support

The biggest pro of the Asics Blast FF 3 is the top-tier stability and support. Your foot sits low to the ground in the Blast FF 3 and is contained within the midsole. The shoe’s outsole features a lateral outrigger that ensures you can always remain flat on the bottom of the sneaker when pushing off side-to-side, and the TURNTRUSS plate makes sure your foot stays where it’s supposed to. Starting from the widest point on the outrigger, the TURNTRUSS is a hard plastic plate that runs along the lateral side of your foot, through and partially under the arch, and ends just before the shoe starts wrapping around to the back of the foot. The result is excellent lateral containment.

To summarize the above paragraph, when you are moving laterally, the Blast FF 3 makes sure that it stays flat and stable on the ground, and makes sure your foot stays perfectly in place within the footbed. When you hear talk about shoes providing ankle support, this setup is what is meant. High tops don’t protect your ankles, stability does.

The Blast FF 3’s TURNTRUSS plate also results in rigidity through the midfoot, meaning that it won’t bend or twist in ways that your foot shouldn’t.  The arch is supported on both sides of the foot, so this shoe is an excellent choice for anyone that really needs torsional support in their volleyball footwear.

Traction

Traction is arguably the most important component in any shoe for any sport. For those of you that have played in Asics or read my other reviews, this should come as no surprise: The Blast FF 3 has excellent traction. Asics’ rubber compound is always soft and tacky, and that’s the case here. These shoes were sticky and responsive on both wood and plastic court floors. Asics volleyball shoes are always best-in-class for traction, and the Blast FF 3 is no exception.

Court Feel

The Asics Blast FF 3 feels great to move in on the court. Your foot sits low to the ground which is always helpful for feeling the court, which can assist with your coordination when moving around. The edge of the outsole is slightly rounded, which is crucial when taking your penultimate step in volleyball. That smooth transition helps you to safely transfer power through your approach and into your jump. The Blast FF 3 feels quick and responsive when playing, which is exactly what you want from a volleyball shoe.

Cons Cushion

The Asics Blast FF 3 is a great volleyball shoe, but it does have one flaw. All of that low-to-the-ground responsiveness comes at a cost: the cushioning. The midsole is Flytefoam, which is what Asics uses in all of their top-end volleyball shoes. In the Blast FF 3, however, there just isn’t enough of it. The cushioning doesn’t feel dead; you can still move quickly and jump high. But the impact protection just isn’t there.

When I wear these, they always feel great at first, and then after a while my feet and/or knees start to feel sore. To be fair, Asics does mention on its site that this shoe is meant for supporting powerful lateral movements, and not so much verticality. If you play an especially jumping-heavy position such as middle or a pin hitter who also attacks out of the back row, maybe look at another model.

Asics Blast FF 3 Summary

The best way to think about the Jordan Tatum 1 is to focus on what you need most in a volleyball shoe. This is one of the most stable sneakers I have tested. Lateral movements, like those a defender or setter might make, feel quick and responsive. On the other hand, I probably wouldn’t tell a middle to buy these. If you’re not max jumping all the time when you play, the Asics Blast FF 3 is a great volleyball shoe and I’d recommend trying them out.

Jordan JT 1 Review 2023

The Jordan JT 1 is Jayson Tatum’s first signature shoe and offers an odd assortment of performance features.

Colorway: Zoo

Release Date: 2023

Price: $120

5/10

FINAL SCORE TBD

The Jordan JT 1 is Boston Celtics superstar Jason Tatum’s first signature shoe. The JT 1 was one of the most highly anticipated releases of the year but after an initial brief testing of the shoe, the JT 1 raises a lot of questions regarding its on-court performance. There is no denying that the JT 1 is an innovative model that’s packed with tech, but how exactly it will all perform on court remains to be seen.

Jordan JT 1 Traction

The Jordan JT 1 features a very different traction setup for a Jordan sneaker but it’s very reminiscent of another brand’s traction setup. The JT 1 does away with most of the shoe’s sole and uses a lot of the midsole foam as the traction system. This is very similar to Under Armour’s Flow technology.

This type of setup cuts down the weight of the shoe considerably, and, in the case of Flow, grips the court extremely well. It isn’t great for outdoor use, but indoors, it’s an excellent traction system. In the case of the JT 1, this setup does not seem nearly as effective. The foam portions of the sole are almost slippery.

It might just take some time to break in but after an initial try-on, it doesn’t feel great. There are two traditional rubber traction pods in the forefoot of the shoe that do grip very well, and most people predominantly play on their forefoot, but having bad traction on over half of the outsole does not bode well.

Jordan JT 1 Cushion

The Jordan JT 1 again has an unusual cushioning setup. The heel of the shoe relies only on the foam in that area of the shoe, but the forefoot is where Jordan Brand packed all the cushioning tech. Here we have an exposed high-volume Zoom Air unit that covers most of the shoe’s forefoot.

The holes on either side of that Zoom Air unit are there to allow it to expand and contract and give you the maximum amount of cushioning possible. It’s not the bounciest implementation of Zoom Air we’ve tested, but it gets the job done.

Jordan JT 1 Materials

The JT 1’s materials are again, odd. They have a combination of the lightest and most innovative synthetic textile out there: Lenoweave and the most traditional and robust material out there: Leather. This version of Lenoweave is very lightweight and breathable but it feels much more reinforced than what was featured on the Jordan 37.

The leather is implemented in portions of the shoe that need a bit more structure and containment. This setup should work well on court but Lenoweave is pretty abrasive, so you’ll likely need thicker socks when playing in the JT 1.

Jordan JT 1 Support

This might be the worst feature of the shoe. The forefoot, again, is very well equipped with a TPU plate that adds support and acts as a spring plate which should add some zip on the court. But the back half of the shoe has nothing. In fact, if you press down on the midfoot, it bows, and this is exactly where you need support in a hoop shoe the most.

This is why torsional shank plates are usually placed in this section of the shoe. There is a good chance that after playing in the JT 1 for some time, you will feel heavy foot fatigue, and this might even lead to plantar issues.

Jordan JT 1 Fit

The Jordan JT 1 fits true to size so go with whatever size you usually use with Jordan. However, it’s a rather narrow basketball shoe, so if you have wide feet, or if you have had issues with this type of fit in the past, keep that in mind.

Jordan JT 1 Overall

The Jordan JT 1 might turn out to be a good on-court performance basketball shoe, but it does not seem like it will after our initial test. If the traction finally breaks in and grips the court well, if that high-volume Zoom Unit ends up being bouncy and reactive on court, and if those potential torsional issues don’t rear their head, then this might be a great basketball shoe. Not likely, but we will keep you posted. So far, it appears it’s not a great first signature shoe for Jayson Tatum.

Jordan Zion 2 Review 2023

Here is the summary of the Jordan Zion 2 Review. For a detailed review, continue reading!

Our Verdict:

Best for Traction

Zion 2 signature shoes are better than Zion 1 in their cushioning and improved traction.  Its elite-level traction has a biting grip over the basketball courts. Material is also an upgrade, but it’s too very premium. But overall Jordan Zion 2 are very reliable performance sneakers right now.

Facts & Specs

Pros

• Exceptional support pattern
• Great Fit
• Premium court feel
• Comfortable Cushioning
• Solid traction
• Lateral stability

Cons

• Cheap material

Detailed Jordan Zion 2 Review

Jordan Zion 2 is the second signature shoe of Zion Williamson. Zion signed a multiyear deal with the Jordan brand in 2019.

Jordan Zion 2 this year has the same expectations as Zion 1, which was a killer performer on the court. Zion 2 has some exceptionally great traction patterns.

Its performance foundation (PF) version is designed to support Arch muscles. Additionally, such basketball shoes are best for long playing time, comfort, and quality.

The Jordan Zion 2 features a velcro midfoot strap to hold your feet tight in place. Air Strobel unit helps you jump high in the cloud and land safely. This one is built for powerful and big players. Let’s check the detailed review.

1. Traction:

Traction on Jordan Zion 2 is one of the best in all the performance basketball shoes this year. The rubber outsole has a linear pattern on the top and a delta pattern on the bottom.

However, Jordan brand Played with the design a bit by putting the Zion Williamson logo in the middle of the outsole. That looks beautiful and gives you multidirectional traction.

It will cover you on your fast and lateral movements. You don’t have to worry about slippage during hard moves, cuts, and rapid side-to-side moves.

It takes a minimum of time to break in. But once broken in, you will definitely enjoy playing in Jordan Zion 2 because it is a Top-notch traction pattern.

2. Cushion:

Jordan Zion 2 features two different cushions on the heel and forefoot. The cushion in this basketball shoe is elite-level.

A zoom unit in the forefoot and Air Strobel in the heel part make it a completely balanced, responsive cushioning. While getting tons of comfort with forefoot Zoom air and responsiveness with the Air Strobel in the heel.

You will feel a lot of bounciness in the heel while not compromising the court feel too much. It’s going to cover you well on heel strikes on hard surfaces.

Jordan Zion 2 is great for impact protection and bounciness. It’s overall a well-designed cushioning setup.

3. Material:

The Jordan Zion 2 has a textile mesh material on the top. And the sides are covered by a leather-looking material with Jordan’s Jump man logo.

The tongue of the Zion 2 has Zion Williamson’s logo. It has minimum padding.

The Midfoot area has a strap that holds your feet tightly on the footbed whether you are a narrow or wide footer.

It’s a nice addition to Zion 2 from the performance standpoint. Material is supportive of the tough basketball game. However, it does not have a premium look.

But Zion 2 upper material is comfortable and supportive that conforms to your foot shape nicely.

The ankle area has soft Achillies pillows for added comfort and protection. The overall material is supportive in Zion 2.

4. Support:

It has a solid internal heel counter. We can confidently say that this mid-top shoe is best for bigger guys. Because in the shoe, they are getting a lot of support on their side-to-side moves.

In the midsole, it has a stiff poly midfoot shank plate. So the sneaker does not bend on the midfoot, so torsional support is good too.

It has lateral outriggers from both sides, making Jordan Zion 2 a very stable shoe. Additionally, Achilles pads support the ankle area. Overall the support is amazing.

5. Fit:

Jordan Zion 2 has a narrow-toe box. When you tie the laces tightly, it sometimes pinches the pinky toe area badly.

So fit can be an issue for very wide-toe box players. Other than that, it’s a wide-foot-friendly shoe made according to the design specifications of a big guy like Zion.

So, a true-to-size pair will be good if you are the medium or wide footer.

6. Looks / Appearance/ Colorways:

Jordan Zion 2 is released in many attractive colorways including Voodoo colorways. That has a touch of a lifestyle sneaker besides being a perfect professional basketball sneaker.

Dynamic turquoise, Hope Diamond, Cool Grey, Fossil, 25 Years in China, Hyper Crimson, Black/Cement, and The Duke Blue.

All 8 colorways have vibrant designs and modern aesthetics. Overall, We really liked the shoe aesthetics.

7. Outdoor/Durability:

Traction performs exceptionally well both on indoor and outdoor courts. It does not pick up dust easily and it’s easy to clean with a single wipe. So Zion 2 is a great option for outdoor courts as it grips really well on outdoor surfaces too.

Jordan Zion 2 has narrow spacing between relatively thin outsole tread patterns. The rubber on the sides is thicker than the one in the middle area of the outsole.

The upper material is strong and will last you a couple of seasons. So Jordan Zion 2 are pretty durable basketball shoes.

8. Breathability/Ventilation:

Jordan Zion 2 has used a textile upper and leather-like material on lateral and medial slides. Which adds to its durability. But it makes the shoe really hot to play in.

It will heat up your feet if you play in scorching weather. The synthetic material is not breathable. So consider looking elsewhere if you want to get a really breathable shoe.

9. User Review

Jordan Zion 2 has received excellent reviews from players. It has a user rating of 5/5.

10. Expert Review

Kicks Contest World

“Zion 2 is the perfect option to play in the fall. It’s got a nice old-school look. These days, there are not many basketball shoes that are meant for wide feet and bigger players. Zion 2 is one of them.”

Richee Kim

“Jordan Zion 2 are pretty solid shoes to play in. The traction is amazing, the cushion is there, support is great. Material is improved than zion1. I like shoe aesthetics. Overall it’s an improvement on Zion 1. It won’t disappoint you if you want to pick up a pair.”

Hoops and Life

“I definitely think it’s worse than last year’s model. The traction was decent, but I really did not like the material while support and lockdown were good, and the cushion was mediocre. But the worst part is comfort. Maybe it’s good for very powerful players like Zion”

Sole Brothers

“I liked its old-school look. The traction and cushion are top-tier. It’s definitely going to be in my rotation as it’s minimal and lighter. Support is an issue but it’s still it’s ok for me. Overall it’s really amazing and I enjoy playing in it.”

BBall Shoes/ Reddit

“These are better Zion signatures than the first one. Ankle support and fit are exemplary. Traction is improved over Zion 1 but the mostly longitudinal pattern works better on the side-to-side movements than braking in forward or backward motions.”