Post Workout Transition Sprint layups Rim run post Seal & follow ball Trailer shot Shot fake (1 on dribble) Rip through Progression shot jump- reverse (Hand-off) (Roll on downscreen) (Sweep action) Pitch Ahead Series Screen (Lob) Roll/Wedge way back Roll, locate& finish (spin) Roll, seal- across lane (high-low) Corner of back board Low Post Series Drop step Jump hooks Turn around (jump shot) Crab dribble series Sin back … [Read more...]
Pete Newell’s 9 Baseline Post Moves against Tight Defense
The following 9 post moves are designed to take advantage of the open baseline when the defender is playing close and to the middle. The moves are either on the catch or created through solid footwork. Baseline Power Move 1 When looking over the inside shoulder, the post player sees that the defender is playing close and on the high side. The post player reads that the baseline is open. With the back vertical and a low center of gravity, the player makes the pivot and takes a long step … [Read more...]
30 Second Team Post Game
Purpose: To practice getting open in the low and high post areas to receive a pass. The defensive player will practice defending the offensive post player. The passers will work on making good, accurate passes into the post. Drill: 2 teams of 5 per basket (you can use less players if necessary). Each player should be partnered with a player from the opposite team who is of similar size and ability. Two players start in the post, one from each team (O1 and X1). O1 is on offense, therefore his … [Read more...]
3 Post Scores Drill
Purpose: To work on the skill of posting up to receive a pass from the perimeter and then scoring against a defender. Drill: O5 starts under the basket with a defender behind (X5). Each 'M' in the diagram stands for a manager (could also be coaches and/or additional players). Each 'manager' has a basketball as they will be the passers. O5 starts by facing his defender. He then steps in, seals the defender and posts up. O5 can call for the basketball from any manager. Once he receives the … [Read more...]
Post Jump Stop Drill
Purpose: To learn and develop the skill of executing a jump stop when receiving a pass in the post so that you have the option of either foot as a pivot foot. Also helps you to think about and anticipate potential scoring moves. Drill: A coach or manager on each wing, as shown. Both coaches have a basketball. All post players begin under the basket as shown. You may also include all players, regardless of position, especially if your offense moves players in and out of the post. O1 begins by … [Read more...]