Dr. Dish
ActiveOverview
Dr. Dish is a brand of basketball shooting machines and training equipment produced by Airborne Athletics, Inc. The company designs, manufactures, sells, and services these machines for individual, team, and facility use. Its products are used by professional teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and college programs such as the University of North Carolina, and hold FIBA approvals for competition-level training.
History
Airborne Athletics, Inc., the maker of Dr. Dish, was founded in 2003 in the United States. The company established headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota, and developed a range of basketball shooting machines. In recent years, it opened the 'Dish Lab' training facility at its headquarters for content creation and product testing.
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dish Home (entry-level shooting machine) | Home and youth training | $1,500 - $3,000 |
| Dr. Dish Rebel+ (portable shooting machine) | Team and individual practice | $4,000 - $6,000 |
| Dr. Dish All-Star+ (advanced shooting machine) | High school and college programs | $6,000 - $8,000 |
| Dr. Dish CT+ (court trainer) | Facility and professional use | $8,000 - $10,000 |
Manufacturing
Airborne Athletics designs and manufactures Dr. Dish products in the United States from its headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota. The company handles production, sales, and servicing in-house.
Notable Products
- Dr. Dish Home - Compact basketball shooting machine approved by FIBA for home use.
- Dr. Dish Rebel+ - Portable model with FIBA TP-089-01 approval for team training.
- Dr. Dish All-Star+ - High-capacity shooter with FIBA TP-089-03 certification for advanced drills.
- Dr. Dish CT+ - Full-court trainer licensed under FIBA TP-089-04 for professional setups.
Reputation
Dr. Dish is regarded by basketball coaches and players as a reliable option for shooting repetition training, with FIBA approvals enhancing credibility for competitive use. Professionals value its durability and integration with training programs at top teams and universities. Some users note high costs and the need for regular maintenance as drawbacks.
Sources (7)
- https://www.drdishbasketball.com/contact-us
- https://www.drdishbasketball.com/about-us
- https://about.fiba.basketball/en/services/equipment-and-venue/partners/92796-dr-dish
- https://www.drdishbasketball.com/facilities/featured
- https://blog.drdishbasketball.com/introducing-the-dish-lab-for-basketball-training
- https://www.zoominfo.com/pic/dr-dish/2034483
- https://www.drdishbasketball.com/trademarks