Basketball Coach Unplugged

https://teachhoops.com/ Our main focus is on the defensive fundamentals needed to deny the give and go. We outline three key principles: Jump to the Ball: As soon as the ball is passed, defenders must jump in the direction of the pass to close off passing lanes and disrupt offensive movement. Force the Offensive Player Behind You: This involves positioning oneself to ensure the offensive player cannot cut in front, effectively using the body to maintain defensive dominance. Refuse to Get Front Cut: Defenders must prevent offensive players from cutting in front of them, maintaining a strong position to deny easy baskets. We then illustrate these principles through three progressive drills: Basic Denial Drill: This drill involves an offensive player at the top, a defender, and another player or coach on the wing. The goal is to prevent the offensive player from receiving a return pass by jumping to the ball and forcing the player to cut behind the defender. Progressive Denial Drill: Bui