Gopher Comp 1000 Plus Composite Basketballs
A composite cover gives players ample grip, while deep channels provide better handling. This is our best-valued game ball for a higher level of play in games and practices.
Premium Construction
High-quality composite cover has a "broken-in" feel, which helps players quickly develop passing and catching skills. Deep channels lead to better ball handling. Polyester linings maintain the ball's shape. A butyl bladder ensures proper air retention. Approved by NFHS for official high school game and tournament play.
15 Innovative PE Activities Using Gopher Comp 1000 Plus Composite Basketballs to Teach Fundamental Movement Skills
The Gopher Comp 1000 Plus Composite Basketballs are premium-quality indoor basketballs built with a tacky, soft-touch composite cover and a butyl bladder that provides excellent air retention and consistent performance. What makes these balls stand out is their game-quality feel, providing an authentic experience for students learning refined basketball skills indoors. Their enhanced grip and cushion make them perfect for skill development, especially in shooting, passing, and ball-handling drills that benefit from high control and comfort. The following 15 activity ideas leverage the superior feel of these basketballs to engage students in learning key fundamental movement skills.
1. Jump, Land & Launch: Students jump to catch a pass, land in athletic stance, and immediately go into a layup. Reinforces jumping, landing, and shooting coordination.
2. Swish & Sprint Circuit: At each station, students shoot from a spot using proper form. After a made shot, they sprint to the next hoop. Focuses on shooting mechanics and endurance.
3. Pivot Power Push: Practice forward/reverse pivots followed by a chest pass. Reinforces turning, balance, and passing technique.
4. Triple Threat Tag: Taggers chase students who must stop in a triple-threat position (ball protected, knees bent) to avoid being tagged. Encourages reactive body control.
5. Follow-the-Form Leader: One student leads the group in performing shooting form, pivots, or dribble styles using the Comp 1000 Plus. Reinforces motor planning and technique imitation.
6. Pass Precision Parade: Students pass to a partner positioned in a moving hoop or target zone. Focuses on accuracy and reaction timing.
7. No-Look Pass Challenge: Students practice chest and bounce passes while looking in a different direction. Develops spatial awareness and confidence in passing.
8. Comp Control Chaos: Dribbling relay where students must change direction, hands, and speeds while keeping control. Emphasizes footwork and handling precision.
9. Wall Ball Warmup: Students perform passes against a wall—chest, bounce, overhead—recording how many controlled catches they can complete in 30 seconds. Teaches passing and quick decision-making.
10. Circle Drive Crossover: Students dribble around a circular path, changing direction and hand each quarter rotation. Reinforces rhythm and control under movement.
11. Reverse Rebound Race: Students shoot backward over their heads and race to rebound their ball before it bounces twice. Promotes spatial tracking and rebounding.
12. Comp Balance & Pass: Students stand on one foot while making controlled chest passes to a partner. Strengthens balance and core stability.
13. Shooting Shape Stations: Set up stations where students shoot using the "L" elbow shape, flick their wrist, and freeze in follow-through. Reinforces biomechanics of shooting.
14. Pivot & Pass Patrol: Call out “forward,” “reverse,” or “spin,” and students pivot appropriately before passing. Combines cognitive recall and movement skills.
15. Comp Catch Command: In rapid sequence, a partner shouts “high,” “low,” or “side” before each pass. Students adjust body and hands accordingly. Builds dynamic catching and reaction time.