Organization- Scholars will be stationary behind either a cone or poly spots.
Description- Scholar will begin the drill in a proper stance while dribbling the ball as low and as hard as possible (starting with dominant hand), with head up for awareness after a few reps, scholar should be able to alternate.
Coaching points- Coaches will look to see if the scholar is using the proper techniques and form while head is prop up.
Progression- As scholars improve the alternate switch of hands should be faster.
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