Dump Off Pivot Finish Basketball Drill
One of the best opportunities for a post player in basketball to score is off another player’s penetration, which forces the post defender to help and allows the guard to dump the ball off for an easy score. Sometimes, the post player can finish right away, but other times, the defender will be able […]
Pound Dribble Post Catch Basketball Finishing Drill
This is not going to be your typical basketball post move drill, but it is an excellent drill for finishing around the basket and developing quick and soft hands. Adding in two basketballs is also going to challenge the post player to work on their hand-eye coordination. The hope is that if they can […]
1 Foot Hops Hurdle Basketball Shooting Drill
This basketball shooting drill is going to be a combination of both shooting and working on footwork. Great shooters in basketball have excellent footwork and can maximize their shooting chances by getting squared up on every shot. Rather than shooting off-balanced shots, their footwork allows them to these shots into high percentage shots. This […]
1-2 Footwork Hurdle Basketball Shooting Drill
The better your footwork is as a shooter, the easier it will be to shoot the basketball with confidence. If you can get yourself squared up and balanced on every shot, your chances of making the shot are going to go way up. This basketball shooting drill will work on footwork and then coming […]
2 Foot Hops Hurdle Basketball Shooting Drill
Being a great shooter in basketball has a lot to do with a player’s footwork. Having a great base will allow a player to get squared up, be on balance, and so much more when coming into their shot. On the flip side, if a player has poor footwork, they will struggle in all […]
3 Shooters 2 Passers Basketball Shooting Drill
Sometimes, basketball team drills can be a little bit stagnant, especially when it comes to basketball shooting drills. Typically there is one player shooting while a few others stand around and watch. Or, every player is shooting at the same time but not really getting up quality, game-specific shots. This shooting drill will allow three […]
Up the Lane Down the Lane Basketball Finishing Drill
Having a soft touch around the basket while changing pace or direction to evade the defender at full speed is one of the skills that allow a player to be a great finisher in basketball. Regardless of the type of finish, the offensive player needs to develop a soft touch around the basket that […]
Stephen Curry Double Behind the Back Move
Stephen Curry is probably one of the world’s best players at using different dribble moves to help create space to get his shot off. Because of this, he is also able to use these different moves also to create driving angles. His defender is so worried about his shot that he can exploit them […]
Learning the One Hand Finish in Basketball
This basketball fundamental is going to breakdown being able to finish around the basket with one hand. At first, you might think that this doesn’t make sense because it is a lot stronger to finish with two hands. However, in certain situations, it can be a better option to only use one hand when […]
How College and International Basketball Coaches Can Utilize Analytics and Video
It seems like answering an age-old question, yet the matter is analytics in basketball is ever-changing, and hence it stays as a relevant factor. Outside of the NBA, where analytics has taken on a life of itself, the college and international basketball scene have been rapidly evolving. The way that players and teams prepare […]
The Basketball Player’s #1 Job – Coach Yourself
Coaching yourself is a skill each player has and can use regularly. 100% of the time you are on the floor, lifting, or watching film, you are constantly pushing yourself to do the right thing. IF you have to, think of it as an internal voice, always “coaching yourself.” It means everything you know […]
Pressure Layups Basketball Finishing Drill
Finishing through contact in basketball is an essential skill for any player, as it is a game of speed and physicality. To be an effective basketball finisher, a player must know how to use their body to absorb contact from the defense and maintain their speed and angle toward the basket to create a […]
Improving and Adding Value as a Basketball Coach
This basketball coaching article was written by Lees McRae Head Coach Steve Hardin. As a head basketball coach, you always want to learn and improve. You should never get to a point in your career or even life in general where you think you know it all. As an assistant coach, your job has […]
Two Ball Crossover Rhythm Basketball Dribbling Drill
This two ball basketball dribbling drill is a great way to challenge yourself and improve the tight, quick effectiveness of a player’s ball handling. By using two basketballs and completing the moves continuously, basketball players will be able to work on receiving the dribble into each crossover move to enhance the quality of their […]
Two Ball Between the Legs Behind the Back Basketball Dribbling Drill
What separates great basketball players from good players is the time, effort, and commitment made in the gym when it is just you and the basketball. This basketball dribbling drill will work on a player’s speed, comfort, and awareness with the basketball. Adding a second basketball while completing the combination moves will challenge good […]
Behind the Back Crossover Two Ball Basketball Dribbling Drill
Two ball basketball dribbling drills are a great tool to maximize efficiency and truly challenge a player’s comfort and control with the basketball. Players must execute their dribble moves, low, tight, and quick with not only one ball but continuously with two. The use of two basketballs forces the player to work on ball […]
Reverse Between the Legs Behind the Back Two Ball Basketball Dribbling Drill
To become a strong, confident ball-handler, players must develop their basketball dribbling skills equally with both hands. This two ball basketball dribbling drill will challenge players to push beyond their comfort zone. It will also work on speed, control, and being comfortable handling the basketball in any situation. The addition of a second basketball, while […]
Reverse Between the Legs Crossover Two Ball Basketball Dribbling Drill
Great defenders in basketball will challenge an offensive player to use their weak hand and push them out of their comfort zone. Therefore, every great ball handler must be able to use both hands when dribbling the basketball effectively. This advanced two ball basketball dribbling drill will work specifically on the reverse between the […]
Slow to Fast Freestyle Basketball Dribbling Drill
Great players and exceptional ball handlers like Chris Paul, Kyrie Irving, James Harden, and Steph Curry can do more than just dribble the basketball well. These players have the ability to change speed, pace, and direction with the ball and make decisions in a matter of seconds. This explosive change of speed, from slow […]
Slow to Fast Double Between the Legs Basketball Dribbling Drill
Every great offensive basketball player knows that once the defense relaxes, they’re beaten. When an offensive player makes a slow first dribble move, this lulls the defender into a false sense of safety. As this happens, the offense can accelerate into their second dribble move exploding by them to attack. The more effectively a […]
Slow to Fast Crossover Between the Legs Basketball Dribbling Drill
The best time to attack a defender off of the dribble is when they are not expecting it. Though, too many players look to attack off of the dribble when their defender is fully engaged and ready to play defense. This ball handling basketball drill will set up the defender with a slow move […]
Slow to Fast Between the Legs Crossover Basketball Dribbling Drill
If you look at a player like Jamal Crawford, you can really understand the value of changing up speeds as a ball handler. It isn’t that he is that much faster than everyone else; it is his ability to sell his moves and change up his speeds that makes him such a hard player […]
Slow to Fast Between the Legs Behind the Back Basketball Dribbling Drill
Once you get to a certain level of competition, everyone can play at a high speed. Both the offensive and defensive players are usually pretty evenly matched. What allows the offensive player to get separation with the dribble is selling a move and then also being able to change quickly between different speeds. The […]
Becoming a Head Coach in Basketball
This article was written by Morehead State head coach Preston Spradlin. Becoming a head coach in basketball, in many ways, can be an overwhelming experience. Many obligations are immediately thrown at you. You have prepared several of these throughout your career, but there are others that you may not have known even existed. Everyone […]
Best Basketball Books: The Top 25 List
Best Basketball Books: Perfect for Giving or Receiving Whether you are looking for your next book to read or are looking to find a book for the basketball fan in your life, this list of basketball books is perfect for you. The following list covers our favorite basketball books and our recommendations for you. […]
Basketball Training Equipment: The Top 25 List
Basketball Training Equipment: Best Recommendations Having the right tools makes all the difference. As an athlete, or as a team, you want to make sure that you are not only working hard but that you are working smart and maximizing your gym time. Being able to do that has a lot to do with […]
8 Keys to Becoming a Great Ball Handler in Basketball
Protect the Basketball at All Times Be Able to Handle the Ball With Both Hands Sell Your Moves Run the Offense Be Able to Create for Teammates Be Able to Pass Off of the Dribble Push the Ball in Transition Change Up Your Pace
Best Basketball Coaching Books: The Top 20 List
Best Basketball Coaching Books: Always be Learning and Growing Great basketball coaches and players are always looking to learn and grow. If you fall into one of these categories or simply love the game, this list of the best basketball coaching books was created for you. It will help shed light on some great […]
Two Ball Between the Legs Crossover Basketball Dribbling Drill
Stationary two-ball basketball dribbling drills are an excellent resource for players to work on handling the basketball. Great offensive players must be able to dribble the basketball with both hands well. This basketball drill will challenge players to push beyond their comfort zone with the addition of a second basketball. Good defenders in basketball will […]
Windshield Wiper Post Catch and Finish Basketball Drill
Passing, catching, and ball handling are all essential components in the game of basketball. Players have to be able to effectively do all of these if they want to be complete players. This basketball post move drill encompasses all of those skills into one quick, challenging drill. Regardless of position, all players need to […]
4 Characteristics of Great Defensive Basketball Teams
This article was written by East Mississippi Junior College Head Coach Billy Begley. “Defense wins championships!” That is the old saying that has been around sports for years and years! Some would argue that the old saying is true, while others believe the point of a game is to score more points than the […]
Best Basketball Gifts: The Top 25 List
Best Basketball Gifts: Perfect for Giving or Receiving Whether you are shopping for a loved one or want to help your family get you something other than an ugly sweater this year, this list of basketball gifts can really help you out during the holiday season or for a birthday. The following is a […]
Slow to Fast Behind the Back Crossover Basketball Dribbling Drill
One of the best things that James Harden does is play at different speeds. He is an extremely skilled player, but one of the absolute best things he does is lull the defense to sleep before making an explosive blow-by move, or a move that allows him to create space to get a shot […]
Quick Feet Hurdle Basketball Shooting Drill
If you look at any of the great basketball shooters, you will quickly realize that they have a good touch, shooting mechanics, and excellent footwork coming into their shooting motion. They do a great job of getting balanced, having a strong base, and only drifting if they are intentionally doing it to create space. […]
Ten Stats that Every Basketball Coach Should Track
This basketball coaching article was written by Oral Roberts University Assistant Coach Sam Patterson. Before I talk about some useful basketball statistics that all college and high school coaches should track, I wanted to give a little background on myself. I have had the privilege of spending a good portion of my life involved […]
Keys to Playing a 2-3 Zone in Basketball
This article was written by University of Southern California Assistant Coach Jason Hart. There are several reasons why a team might run a zone defense in basketball. Maybe they don’t feel like they can match-up with the opposing team in a man-to-man defense. Maybe they feel it is time to switch up the defense […]
Dump Off Basketball Finishing Drill
Finishing around the basket is a critical key to winning basketball games. Every player needs to be able to catch a pass in traffic and then finish around the basket from various angles. A player must be able to receive a difficult pass without bobbling it. Any miscue on the catch will allow the […]
How to Do the Double Between the Legs Move in Basketball
Great offensive basketball teams move the ball and find each other for high percentage finishes and shots. However, sometimes plays break down, the clock is running low, or a player has a hot hand and is looking to get a shot off. At times like these, you need to be able to break down […]
How to Do the Dream Shake Move in Basketball
The dream shake move was made famous by Hakeem Olajuwon and his time with the Houston Rockets. The move, used correctly, puts the defender in a box and allows the offensive player to read them before setting up a quality shot with several shoulder fakes. This basketball training video is going to breakdown several […]
15 Critical Basketball Coaching Musts
This basketball coaching article was written by University of Pikeville Head Coach Kelly Wells. Coaching basketball, or really any sport, is a profession that requires a life long pursuit of excellence. The best coaches are always looking for ways to better themselves so that they can better challenge and encourage those around them. Here […]