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Dribbling Description:
For straight line drills players line up in four lines at
baseline (see diagram A). Players dribble down the court, and at designated spots
(e.g. free-throw line extended, centre line), or on whistle, make one of the following
designated moves: 1.
Change from speed dribble to control (protection) dribble.
2. Crossover.
3.
Fake crossover (inside out).
4. Reverse dribble.
5. Stutter (hesitation)
dribble. For
change of direction drills players line up in two lines near centre of court.
Players practice change of direction dribbles in a zigzag pattern down court (see
diagram B). They can make one of the following designated moves:
1. Crossover.
2. Behind the back.
3. Between the legs. Variations:
Follow the leader - all players follow moves of designated
player. Points
of Emphasis:
1. Head up - see the court.
2.
Correct dribbling technique - fingertips not palms.
3. Dribble waist height
4. Stay low.
5. Explosive change of direction - plant the foot and push
off.
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