Transition Defense Drill from a University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball Practice. The drill is a 5 on 5 drill that has two players start from a disadvantage to simulate a fast break situation. Great drill for not only transition defense but also transition offense and letting the players get out and run a bit. Take a…
Two Ball Dribbling Reaction Drill that only requires two balls and a passer. Simple drill that can be added to workouts and can improve a players reaction time and hand-eye coordination. Take a look at the video and let us know what you think in the comments.
I just finished watching the Detroit Pistons practice and if you’re a regular reader of Hoop Coach articles, a while ago I wrote a piece, “What’s Your Take on the NBA?” wherein I strongly urged coaches at all levels to get past their NBA prejudices (if they exist) and take advantage of all the learning…
While the action looks simple on the surface, its beauty lies in its spatial manipulation, timing, and how it forces the defense to constantly shift its eye lines. Phase 1: The Entry and the Eye-Line Distraction The Setup: We start in a traditional 3-out, 2-in alignment. Player 1 operates at the point, Players 2 and…
Over the past few years NBA Teams like the Washington Wizards and my Detroit Pistons have been experimenting with use of Virtual Reality to train their players and specifically to improve their Free Throw Shooting. One of the big companies in the market, STRIVR, claims Big improvement after practicing with VR. Being a computer nerd/basketball…
Great 30+ minute clinic with New Zealand FIBA coach Kennedy Hamilton demonstrating some unique and innovative drills for developing skills and playing through contact.  Definitely worth watching.
