May 26, 2012

Backdoor Play

Backdoor Play

This backdoor quick hitter from the box set is great when facing tough man to man defensive pressure. When the point guard (1), gets the basketball across halfcourt and towards the top of the key, … [Read more...]

The Swing Offense

Swing Offense

The swing offense is a very effective offense when executed properly. The players must make precise cuts and set sold screens. With the swing offense, it is also essential that the timing of the cuts, … [Read more...]

Turn the Corner Drill

Turn the Corner Drill

Purpose: To develop the dribble-drive -- adding explosiveness to the move. Drill: Line or player at top. Coach/player with basketball on the wing. The player makes a V-cut away from the ball and … [Read more...]

4 Around 1 Power Motion Offense

4 Around 1 Power Offense Set

1) The 4 around 1 Power Set Motion Offense can be a useful offensive set if you have player you would like to isolate. This is an inside attack that enables a team to take advantage of favorable … [Read more...]

Twins

Twins

1) The 'Twins' quick hitter is designed to get a layup. In the opening set, O1 has the ball at the top, O2 and O3 are on the low block, O4 is at the free throw line and O5 is stacked above … [Read more...]

V-Cut Drills

V-Cut Drills

1) V-Cut Drill Purpose: To teach the "V-Cut" as a method of getting open for a pass. Drill: Place players into groups of three at a basket and with a basketball. O1 begins by passing to O2, … [Read more...]

2 Corner Set

2 Corner Set 1

1) The '2 Corner Set' is designed to get a quick shot, especially in the clutch. 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 … [Read more...]

Turnover Play

Turnover Play

The Turnover Play is a nice play to run when you have just committed a turnover the previous time on offense. The intent of this quick hitter is to get a good shot by one of your best players. The … [Read more...]