Purpose: To develop good individual defensive techniques and fundamentals. Drill: 2 offensive players and 2 defensive players. The basketball is at the top with coach. The offensive players move and cut without setting screens, while the defenders work at keeping vision of both his man and the basketball. Work at staying 'up the line' on defense. The coach can pass when he/she sees fit to do so. In this drill, there is no need to attempt to score, but it can be added later on if … [Read more...]
2-on-2 Hustle Drill
Purpose: Work on and develop hustle, speed, aggressiveness and competitiveness. Drill: Two players in each corner. The first player on each side are one team (2 per team). A coach has a basketball in the middle of the court. The coach starts the drill with a call of 'GO' and throws the ball on the ground. All 4 players sprint and hustle for the ball. The twosome that retrieves the ball are on offense and the two that do not get the basketball are on defense. They play 2 on 2 until one … [Read more...]
2 on 1 Stopper Defense Drill
Purpose: To break down the 2 on 1 situation for the defensive player. Technique, principles, and confidence can also be achieved in this drill. This drill also aids in the understanding of how to convert offensively in a 2 on 1 situation by making sound and fundamental decisions. Drill: Set up 3 lines as shown in the diagram. The drill begins with O1 dribbling down the middle of the lane. X1, coming from a help position, attempts to stop the dribble. If stopped, O1 attempts to pass to O2, who … [Read more...]
2 Corner Set Basketball Play
The '2 Corner Set' quick hitter is designed to get a quick shot, especially in the clutch or in late game situations. 1) The opening set begins with O1 at the point, O2 and O3 in the corners, and O4 and O5 stacked side-by-side at the free throw line. 2) O2 starts the play by making a straight line cut towards the top, but then cutting quickly backdoor. O2 can stop and post up on the block for a pass from O1 who is dribbling hard to the wing. If O2 does not post up, he will … [Read more...]
1-on-2 Dribble Drill
Purpose: Teach the offensive players to dribble the basketball up court under intense defensive pressure. Drill: Divide the court into three separate lanes with an offensive player with a basketball and two defensive players in each lane. Players should be matched up according to size and ability -- guards with guards, posts with posts. The offensive player attempts to dribble the ball the length of the court against the two defenders. The offense must stay in their lane. When the players … [Read more...]
1-on-1 On the Ball Drill
Purpose: To teach the defensive player proper on-the-ball defensive techniques. This drill also gives the offensive player the opportunity to work on 1-on-1 moves. Drill: One offensive player with a basketball and one defensive player, as shown. (The players can also begin at any position on the basketball court). From a defensive standpoint, the player will work on the fundamentals necessary for playing sound on-the-ball defense; quick foot movement, staying low in a defensive stance, … [Read more...]
12 Player Basketball Shooting Drill
Purpose: To develop and improve shooting in a game-like situation utilizing passing, screening, rebounding, and patterned movement. Drill: As the drill name states, this is a 12 player, 4 ball shooting drill. It can be used as a warm-up drill or as a competitive drill by competing against the clock to score a predetermined number of shots. As shown in the first diagram, players 1-6 set up in a line about 20-25 feet from the basket at the top of the key. Players 7 and 8 set up at the … [Read more...]
1 on 1 Basketball Defense Series
Purpose: To teach an individual defender the proper movements, footwork, and defensive techniques as he defends his opponent on the basketball court. Series Setup: This series of drills requires an offensive player and a defensive player on the wing, as shown. A passer or coach is also required (C). "C" has a basketball and is at the top of the key. Drill 1: Driving Line Offense on wing ready to receive the pass. The defender will not contest the pass from the top. Once the offensive … [Read more...]
11 Man Fast Break
Purpose: To develop fast break skills, both offensively and defensively. The 11 Man Fast Break Drill teaches the players to make smart, quick decisions. It also teaches the defenders to work together in attempting to make a stop from a disadvantage situation. Drill: Start with players in each of the four outlet positions (as shown by the players lined up off the playing court); two players in each lane for defense; and three players at halfcourt to begin (with one ball). The three … [Read more...]
Jump Stop Series
1) Basic Jump Stop Drill (without basketball) Purpose: To learn how to effectively perform a jump stop with proper footwork and balance. Drill: Have the players begin on the baseline without a basketball. After you have instructed how to correctly perform a jump stop (see Fundamental Skills 101: Jump Stops), have the players run forward from the baseline to the free throw line and execute a jump stop. Once completed, they will proceed to the halfcourt line and jump stop. Finish with two … [Read more...]