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USF Forward's Unorthodox Free Throw Form Goes Viral for Resembling Shot Put Toss

USF Forward's Unorthodox Free Throw Form Goes Viral for Resembling Shot Put Toss
World Sports · 23:54:32 - Wednesday, 4 November 2026

University of South Florida forward's free throw technique has captured social media attention after video footage showed a shooting motion that closely resembles a shot put throw. The unusual form, which sees the player push the ball from the chest with a two-handed heave, has drawn comparisons to track and field events. The clip, shared widely across platforms, sparked amusement and debate among basketball fans about the effectiveness of such an unconventional approach at the free throw line.

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