Purpose: To learn and develop how to properly closeout on a player ho has picked up the dribble. Drill: Divide players into groups of 3. Groups should find their own space on the court. Passer and … [Read more...]
Individual Defense Drills
These basketball defense drills are geared specifically toward teaching individual defensive skills within the team defense setting. Most of these defense drills are 1-on-1 in nature to help teach individual man-to-man defense techniques and fundamentals. You will find even more Individual Defense Drills over at Hoops U. Insider!
1 on 1 Gladiator Drill
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Purpose: In a transition setting, little elements are overlooked within the big picture. For example, when players go 1 on 1 full court, the focus tends to be on sprinting down the court. As a result, … [Read more...]
Tag Cutter to Closeout Drill
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Purpose: To help the defensive player learn how to fight through a downscreen. Drill: Player 1 starts the drill by setting a downscreen on the low block for player 2. O2 will cut around the screen … [Read more...]
Zigzag Defense Series
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Purpose: To improve defensive footwork and foot speed. Players learn to stay low and to play defense against a player with the basketball. They will learn the method in turning an offensive player and … [Read more...]
2 on 1 Stopper
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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 … [Read more...]
1-on-1 On the Ball Drill
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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 … [Read more...]
1 on 1 Defense Series
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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 … [Read more...]
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