In pairs- 1 ball. Stand behind each other jogging together up court. Ball with backplayer. She pops ball over head of front player who meets ball in air. Back player then sprints in front of player who then pops ball over her head. Continuous practice.
Front player in ready position. Player elevates to pick up ball in air. Don't wait until it drops.
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.