In this video Coach John Ashworth demonstrates three defensive drills that he utilizes in his program.
While you might have different defensive philosophies the basic structure of these drill will be helpful in teaching your priniciples.
The set-up for the first drill has 5 players or coaches stationed around the perimeter (Point, wings and corners).
The defensive players start in the lane and close out hard to the coach with their hands high. They turn and blockout and then simulate getting the rebound. Players will then close out to the next position to their right. One rotation will give each player 5 reps.
In the second drill coaches are placed at the elbows and the players close out to the coach and then simulate a quick defensive slide to prevent a quick drive tgo the basket.
In the third drill (Man in the Middle). He has two offensive players facing each other the defensive player is guarding one of them. The defensive players is working hard to earn a deflection without fouling. The offensive players is working on passing under pressure and not turning the ball over. The offensive player is not allowed to throw over the top. Once the pass is completed the offensive player follows his pass and defends the opposite offensive player.
These drills are just a few examples of the many great drills that you can view on Coach Aswworth’s YouTube Channel. Click Here to see all of Coach Asworth’s great videos
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