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Full Court Line Play
This last second full court out of bounds play is most effective against a man-to-man pressure defense. With a couple of options, it can be run as a very last second play or when there are even 5-8 seconds left in the game. . . . Keep Reading

How To Put Together a Skill Development Workout: Part 2
By: TJ Jones
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Knicks Box Set Play
By: Jeff Osterman
A box set play that utilizes several screens to create an open shot. 'Knicks' incorporates a couple of downscreens, a staggered baseline screen, and a flare screen to make it a challenge to defend successfully. . . . Keep Reading

Spin Off Around Play
This baseline out of bounds play is equally effective against both man-to-man and zone defenses. If it doesn't create an easy shot initially, the added 'around' option will. . . . Keep Reading

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By: Brian Rea
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Score Against Two Drill
Work on offensive ball handling and scoring ability. This drill helps to develop offensive ball skills and dribble moves that are required in order to score against two defenders. . . . Keep Reading

Player Feedback Form
By: Brian Rea
This form is to be given to your players at the end of the season. There are a variety of questions for them to answer which will give you feedback on what you are doing and how you are doing it. . . . Keep Reading
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