Footwork Drill for a Quick Front Turn
When it come to quick turns, there are two types of turns that you can use – front turns and rear turns. Front turns take you closer to the man,
The V Cut Footwork Drill for Quick Feet
A V Cut is a move that you use to get open. Many coaches call it a “Fake and Break” or an “Offensive Zig Zag”. In today's video blog post,
Dribble Drive Basics for Kids
In the game of basketball, it's very important that you are able to drive by someone. In today's video blog post, we are talking about driving and demonstrating the proper
Transition to Defense Footwork Drill
In today's video blog post, we are highlighting a great footwork drill that focuses on transitioning to defense during play. Quick and clean footwork during this transition is critical for
Breaking Down the Quick Stance
One of the first things you have to learn about in kids basketball is how to warm up properly, and your footwork. Your footwork is your foundation for everything. You
Basic Principles of Ballhandling and Dribbling
To be a good basketball player, you have to be able to control the ball, both with your strong hand, and with your weak hand. Dribbling drills, done daily, are
Passing and Catching Basics for Youth Basketball
In today's video blog post, we are breaking down the basic principles of passing and catching the basketball, and provide some tips to ensure that you are maximizing your pass
The “2 Basket” Drill for 3 Point Shooting Accuracy
The "2 Basket" Drill for 3 Point Shooting Accuracy If you practice in a gym setting, take advantage of the equipment and the space that you have. Normally, you're going to
Free Throw Drill: 3 Point Shots Off of Screens or Picks
Free Throw Drill: 3 Point Shots Off of Screens or Picks Breaking Down the Free Throw Drill: You want to come off a screen by rubbing shoulder to shoulder and then square
Relay Basketball Drills for Kids
Looking for more great basketball drills for kids?“ Then check out these excellent drills that your kids are sure to love! Blind Man’s Drills These silly basketball drills require enough blindfolds for
“1 on 1 Free Throw Lane” Defensive Drill
In today's video blog post, we are going to talk about another great defensive drill – the “1 on 1 Free Throw Lane” Defensive Drill. It's one-on-one between the free
The “Bowl” Defensive Drill
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating the “Bowl” Defensive Drill. In this drill, we keep two players in, one on each side. They will go through 10 or
“1-on-1 from the Wing Position” Defensive Drill
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating the“ "1-on-1 from the Wing Position" Defensive drill. This defensive drill allows you to teach a lot of technique, and work on
Half Court-Half Court Defensive Drill
In today's video blog post, we are going to expand on going hard and defending a person (just like we do in the 8-second drill) except we're going to stay
“Defending the Dribble for 8 Seconds” Drill
“Defending the Dribble for 8 Seconds” Drill In this defensive drill, the offensive player's goal is to take the ball as hard as he can to the basket. We don't give
Fun Holiday-Themed Basketball Games for Kids!
Get your players involved and incorporate the excitement of the season with these fun Holiday-Themed Basketball Games for Kids! Holiday-Themed Basketball Games for Kids Candy Cane Knockout For this silly basketball game, the
Drop Step with a Defender Shooting Drill
In today's video blog post, we are going to demonstrate an excellent shooting drill for working on the drop step with a defender. Drop Step with a Defender Shooting Drill This drill
“Baby Jump Hook Shot” Drill
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating a little finesse move called a "Baby Jump Hook Shot". This may not be a real physical drill, but it's important to