You want them to learn the importance of finger position and keeping the elbow in line with your eyes straight on through the finish. This drill is going to require at least three kids per drill, with one kid designated as the shooter and the other two kids either the active defender or the dummy defender. Start the drill by passing the ball to the active shooter, entering the court with both of these defenders on either side of him but closer to the basket.
Then challenge the shooter to drive to the basket. This helps new players make better decisions on the fly while dribbling and going into a shot. They will never know exactly which defender is going to come up and challenge them. All of these skills are critical for success on the basketball floor today at every level.
The pick and roll is a big piece of the puzzle when it comes to basketball success at every level. Every player from the earliest stages all the way up into the NBA knows how important the pick and roll is.
It also requires precise timing, precision passing, and a feeling for the defense and how things are going to unfold on the floor in real time. Two lines of players will stretch on the floor with a coach sitting on the wing. A player from the first line has a basketball in their hands and stays out on the opposite wing. A player from the second line cuts off from the top and sets a ball screen for that first player.
The player with the ball will then execute one of the different ball handler options you are teaching off the screen before they pick, pop, and shoot the ball. Rinse and repeat as you run through the line before switching responsibilities. Make sure you have your players take on the opposite role and going back through the drill. This fun little trail is going to crank things up to 11 though.
It will get players used to the craziness of free throws so that they are knocking them down in real games with ice running through their veins. You basically set up a shooter at the free-throw line with the rest of the entire team standing just in front of them, hooting, hollering, and generally going crazy.
Another player comes out the line to rinse and repeat the cycle until everyone gets a shot. If you want to make this more competitive you can even count the amount of made baskets until a mess for each individual player, crowning the one with the most baskets the winner at the end of practice. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a commission if you decide to purchase through my links, at no cost to you.
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Read the full disclosure here. Basketball Shooting Games The life of a basketball coach is incredibly rewarding. Best of all, these drills are pretty simple and straightforward put into play. Intentionality The most important thing you can do as a coach is to choose to be deliberate and intentional with each single decision you make in practice and in games.
Positive Reinforcement Positive reinforcement try using positive affirmations for your players too is a big piece of the puzzle, particularly at the youth levels of this sport.
Always try to keep things as simple as possible for the best results. Basketball Games for 2 Players 1. Dribble Knockout Each player will be given a basketball and will be challenged to dribble from one baseline to the next with one hand dominant or offhand. Once the drill has been completed, reverse the roles of these players and then rinse and repeat. Basketball Games for PE 4. Basketball Relay Games 7. Relay Races Obviously, this drill is better done with teams of at least 10 players five on each side.
It runs on down the line until all players have shot their shot and then a winner is crowned. Basketball Games to Play by Yourself 9. The Hop and Pop Instead of having your basketball players shoot from stationary positions on the court instead set up a handful of cones at different spots you want them to focus on. It flat out works. Basketball Drills for Kids Quick Decisions This drill is going to require at least three kids per drill, with one kid designated as the shooter and the other two kids either the active defender or the dummy defender.
Basic Pick and Roll Drills The pick and roll is a big piece of the puzzle when it comes to basketball success at every level. Keep it interesting. Chase Down Layups. Overview: Chase down layups is used to teach players to finish layups at full speed and with pressure. Setup: The drill begins with two lines of players down each end of the floor. One basketball starts at the front of the offensive line at each end of the court. Coaching Points: No fouling.
Switch sides of the floor so that players are dribbling and finishing with their left hand. Make sure players are attacking the ring at the correct angle. Overview: Pressure is a simple and fun end-of-practice game that works on shooting free throws while under pressure. Setup: All players form one line at the free throw line. The drill requires only one basketball.
Players take it in turns shooting free throws. Coaching Points: Players are not allowed to put each other off. It will always end up in one of the kids being upset. Players should be going through their full free throw routine on each shot. Make sure you join in! Basketball Dribbling Drills. Dribbling Lines. Overview: This is a simple drill to teach the basics of dribbling to new players.
Setup: Every player has a basketball and lines up on the baseline. If you have more than 8 players, create two lines on the baseline instead of one. Once they develop good technique, focus on the players pushing off with their outside foot when making a move. I always do! Dribble Knockout. Overview: This drill works on ball-handling and protecting the dribble. Setup: The first thing the coach must do is determine the area the players will be dribbling in.
All players must have a basketball. Constantly remind players to keep their head up. Collision Dribbling. Setup: All players have a basketball and are in a small space determined by the coach. Keep reminding the players to keep their heads up!
Encourage players to use both hands. Not just their strong hand. Scarecrow Tiggy. Overview: Scarecrow Tiggy is a fun drill that involves everyone dribbling around trying to avoid two taggers.
The taggers then do their best to tag each player dribbling a basketball. Every couple of minutes switch the taggers. Coaching Points: Players are not allowed to throw the ball between a teammates legs, the ball must be rolled.
Dribblers are not allowed to travel, double dribble, or any other violation. Change up the amount of taggers and the size of the playing space depending on how many players you have.
Dribble Tag. Setup: The first thing the coach must do is decide on the playing. When the drill starts, the taggers attempt to tag as many dribblers as possible.
This continues until there is one dribbler left and they are the winner. Coaching Points: If the taggers are struggling to tag anyone, consider allowing them to run around without having to dribble a basketball.
Vary the size of the court and amount of taggers depending on the amount of players you have. If a dribbler commits a dribbling violation, they are automatically out.
Sharks and Minnows. Overview: Sharks and Minnows is one of my favorite games for youth practices. Everyone else will start on the baseline and have a basketball. Scarecrows must hold the ball between their feet at all times and stay on balance. This stops them moving too far and cheating. Implement a time limit if players are taking too long to get from one side to the other. Basketball Passing Drills. Partner Passing. Overview: Partner passing teaches the absolute basics of passing and allows your players to practice different types of passes and the correct technique.
A great drill for kids beginning to learn the game of basketball. Setup: Players get into pairs and should have one basketball between them. Once the players are in pairs, they must stand on a line parallel from their partner.
Coaching Points: Make sure you mix up which type of pass you want them to perform bounce pass, chest pass, one-handed push-pass, ect. It will end up with blood noses. Stationary Keepings Off. Overview: This main goal of this drill is to teach the basics of spacing between players and also to teach decision making on the catch. Setup: Select one or two players to be the defenders and get the rest of your players to spread out in a small area like the three-point line.
The team on offense will only need one basketball. After a minute or two, swap the defenders over. Coaching Points: Allow the defenders to sprint around wildly. Encourage the offensive team to make quick decisions when they receive the basketball. Make sure everyone is getting a turn to pass on offense. Overview: This basketball drill is a more advanced version of the keepings off game. Setup: The first thing you need to do is split the kids up into two even team.
The drill involves only one basketball. Players are allowed to move around wherever they want within the playing area. For each time that a team successfully makes the certain number of passes, they get 1 point.
Coaching Points: Encourage players to set screens for each other and use body fakes to get open. Encourage the best players to play against each other and challenge each other. Spacing is of the utmost importance. Continuous 3 on 2. Overview: This is one of the best basketball drills I know for improving passing and decision making. Setup: The drill starts with 3 offensive players in the middle of the court, 2 defenders in each half court, and the rest of the players standing out of bounds at the half court line.
Only one basketball is needed for this drill. This process repeats for a set amount of time. Coaching Points: Make sure the offensive players are staying spaced on the floor so that they can get open looks. Basketball Footwork Drills. Four Corners. Overview: This is a great drill for working on jump stops, pivoting, and passing. Setup: The coach must first create a large square in the half-court by placing four cones an even distance apart.
The person at the front of each line has a basketball. Do make sure to reverse the direction half way through the drill. Red Light, Green Light. Overview: This is a simple but effective drill that will improve and allow you to teach jump stops and pivoting. Setup: The drill starts with every player line up along the baseline holding a basketball. If you have more than 10 players, I recommend creating two lines. Everyone starts on the baseline in triple threat position.
This continues until the players reach the other end of the court. Coaching Points: Players must not jump too high on the jump stops. Make sure players in good stance when they land after the jump stop. Knees bent and head up. Explode, Pivot, Pass. Overview: This drill focuses on basic footwork fundamentals. Setup: Players get into groups of 2 or more. I prefer 3 players in each group if possible. The three main things coaches are looking at are: 1. This process continues for a set amount of time.
Coaching Points: The player receiving the basketball should be starting in a low stance and showing target hands. Players must explode out with the dribble. Switch up which kind of pivot the players use. It can be forward or reverse, and with their left or right foot. Basketball Defensive Drills. Defensive Mirrors. Overview: This is a fun drill for working on defensive footwork.
Setup: Everyone starts by finding a partner and standing in pairs behind the baseline. Another option is to have the zigzag on one side of the gym, using an invisible line down the middle of the gym as the other boundary. Dribbling two balls at one time helps the players develop ball control.
They also become stronger at dribbling with the non-dominant hand. The players have more flexibility in a game when they can comfortably dribbling with either hand.
Have the players dribble a ball in each hand. Start by dribbling both balls in unison, then have them switch so they are alternating bounces with the balls hitting the ground at opposite times. Repeat the drill with the players moving down the court. Based in the Midwest, Shelley Frost has been writing parenting and education articles since Her experience comes from teaching, tutoring and managing educational after school programs.
Frost worked in insurance and software testing before becoming a writer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education with a reading endorsement.
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