Set up: 1 ball, half court space, 4 players.
Players set up as if hte ball is to be taken from the midcourt into the shooting circle.
Aim is for GK/GD to time an intercept that will be delivered into the pocket.
Coach the defensive player to work on an angle and a 'step, step up' approach to the intercept.
Keep strong footwork on landing.
Progression - instead of just a simple drive back from the shooter they could choose to change direction.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
Tight markers win when attackers run in straight lines. Teach your players to dodge, change pace and time their drive so they get free when the ball is ready.
When everyone chases the ball, nobody is free. Teach your team to spread out, offer two options and clear space so the ball moves cleanly down court.
A shooter who can hold a strong position under the post is worth more than one who runs all over the circle. Here is how to coach body shape, a legal hold and a well-timed release, and how feeders make the most of it.