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5 Tips When Applying a Press Defense
Stress these tips when you apply your pressure defense. Pressing isn't about always getting steals; it's about controlling the game your way. . . . Keep Reading

Downscreen to Doublescreen
A simple to install box set quick hitter that creates a couple of easy scoring opportunities. Takes advantage of a defense that doesn't get through screens well. . . . Keep Reading

Full Court "Valpo"
Get a shot opportunity when you only have a couple of seconds to move the ball the length of the court. View the diagram and watch the play as run by Valparaiso to upset Ole Miss in the 1998 NCAA tournament. . . . Keep Reading

Defending the On-Ball 1-on-1 Situation
Possibly the toughest position to be in defensively is having to defend the ball in a 1-on-1 situation. More and more teams are using the dribble to create offense. . . . Keep Reading

Partner Fast Break Drill
Work on offensive transition, finishing the fast break, and conditioning. . . . Keep Reading

Corner Diagonal Continuity
This sideline out of bounds play can be run when you have to inbounds the basketball from the corner. . . . Keep Reading

General Rules for Team Offense
No matter what type of offense you run, it should include some general rules and principles. The following rules should be included in any offensive system. . . . Keep Reading

Isolation Stall Offense
Isolate the two weakest defenders and play a 2-man stall game against them. . . . Keep Reading

Box Pinch Play
Use a 'pinch' doublescreen to get an open look on a baseline out of bounds play. . . . Keep Reading

Zone Defense Advantages & Coaching Tips
Learn some of the advantages to playing or incorporating a zone defense system and gain insights into using a zone. . . . Keep Reading



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