Shoot-A-Way

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Overview

Shoot-A-Way manufactures basketball shooting machines, primarily the Gun series, used by NBA teams, Division I colleges, and high schools for skill training.¹²⁵ The company offers models for home, school, and facility use, along with customization options.¹ Over 27,000 units have been sold worldwide.²

History

Shoot-A-Way was founded in 1984 and incorporated in 1990 as a manufacturer of basketball shooting equipment.⁴ In 1998, John developed the Gun to return balls to shooters.² The University of Florida purchased the first unit in 1999, leading to widespread adoption by schools and home users.²

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
The Gun (Elite)	Professional and college training	$8,000 - $12,000
The Gun (Home)	Residential skill development	$4,000 - $6,000
The Gun (School)	High school team practice	$6,000 - $9,000
Custom Gun	Personalized facility machines	$10,000+

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, United States.¹⁴ The company operates as a manufacturer of basketball shooting equipment.⁴

Notable Products

The Gun Elite - Advanced model used by NBA teams and top colleges for high-volume shooting drills.
The Gun Home - Compact version designed for individual home use.
The Gun School - Model suited for high school gyms and team practices.
Custom Gun - Tailored shooting machine with client-specified features.

Reputation

Shoot-A-Way holds a strong reputation among basketball coaches and players for reliability, with use by all 30 NBA teams and most Division I colleges.⁵ Customer reviews average 5 stars from over 24 users.⁶ It is not BBB accredited.⁴

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