Both midcourt players drive from the transverse line to circle edge then back off again (creating the ‘M’).
Passer delivers ball to one of the midcourt players off the circle who then delivers the second ball to the other midcourt plyer on the circle edge. Option: Passer candeliver directly to shooter who may choose to come out of the circle. Shooter then is to deliver a pass to a midcourter and get into position.
Ball delivered to shooter, who puts the shot up.
Coaching points
Strong drives are needed from midcourt players.
The 'M' is created by both players simultaneously driving to the circle edge then off – this is
to promote court balance and possible options through midcourt into shooter.
Get the passer to change up who they pass to – shooter or midcourt.
Rotate players through.
You can use this to develop centre pass options and highlight court balance on the circle edge.
Common Errors:
Midcourters may find they get trapped in receiving the ball. Offer coaching tip- Meet the player, step off and drive into space.
Get players to rotate so they don’t get used to a certain space.
Progression
Add in one midcourt and one circle defence.
Midcourters are forced to use each other more and balance the court.
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