To get players switched on mentally and physically warmed up we start with this simple pass and follow drill.
Players stand in a star shape with one ball to start with. Player with the ball starts off with passing to another player and must follow their pass.
Players must call name before making the pass and the player receiving the ball must be on their toes alert to come towards the ball and pass off straight away.
The ball screen produces almost half of all professional offensive possessions, yet most teams still teach it as a memorised play. The modern approach trains the read - giving players a framework to decide based on what the defence does, not what the coach called.
The closeout is the most repeated defensive action in modern basketball. With fouls per game climbing in the 2025-26 season, coaches must teach defenders to contest the three without surrendering the drive or putting shooters on the line.
The 2-3 zone defence remains one of the most effective defensive systems in basketball when coached and executed properly. This guide covers the fundamentals of running a 2-3 zone, including player roles, rotations, and when to deploy it for maximum impact.
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