Community | "High Five" One on One Drill

DESCRIPTION

This is a really good competitive drill to improve ball handling, one on one moves in open court, close outs and one on one defense. The "High Five" in the middle adds a fun element to the drill and requires players to dribble with their head up. Two groups of players gather out of bounds at the free throw line extended. Each player in the red group (offense) has a ball. The blue group (defense) are on the opposite side of the court. The first player in the red group and the first player in the blue group step in bounds. Red player starts dribbling while blue player starts running. They meet at the free throw spot where they exchange a "high five". Red player changes direction and dribbles fast to half court, touches the half court line and attacks the basket. Blue player changes direction and runs under the basket touches the baseline and closes out on the red player defending against the advancing dribble. One on One follows. Both players can rebound a missed shot and shoot again to score (at the same basket). When a basket has been made or when a given number of shots (2 or 3) have been taken, players switch groups and roles. Variations: Make it more competitive: the "losing" player always goes (or stays) in the defensive group. Set a time limit for every action.

COACHING POINTS

The defender must play aggressively: Rush at the ball handler (close out) never hang out in the key. Stop quickly so the offense can't beat them. Contest all shots and any drives to the basket. Work on proper defensive stance and footwork. Pay attention to the offensive player's strong side. The attacker has to create an advantage for themselves, using dribble moves, hesitation steps, trying to take an open shot or an easy drive to the basket. Don't stop! The offensive player should make a move immediately and take advantage of the space they have in the open court. Get the defender on their heals and beat them right or left. A quick inside out dribble move or quick change of direction attacking the defender's top foot should allow the attacker to maintain momentum to the basket. Box out after any shots and fight for the rebound.

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PROGRESSION

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