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Defense Drills

Welcome to our comprehensive library of basketball defense drills and games, designed to elevate your team's defensive prowess and overall game performance. Defense is a critical component of basketball, often determining the outcome of close games. Our collection includes a variety of drills that focus on different aspects of defensive play, from individual skills to team strategies, making it effective in coaching both man-to-man and zone defense.

 

Man-to-Man Defense: In this type of defense, each defender is responsible for guarding a specific opponent. The goal is to prevent the offensive player from scoring by staying close, contesting shots, and forcing turnovers. 

 

Zone Defense: In zone defense, each defender is responsible for guarding an area of the court rather than a specific player. The objective is to protect the key and force the offense to take lower-percentage shots from the perimeter.

 

Each drill in our library is designed with clear instructions, diagrams, and coaching tips to help you implement them effectively during practice sessions. By incorporating these drills into your training regimen, you can build a solid defensive foundation, instil confidence in your players, and create a team that excels in shutting down opponents. Explore our library and take the first step towards transforming your team's defensive capabilities.

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4v4 Trap Drill Creates Chaos

4v4 Trap Drill Creates Chaos

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Hard Hedge Forces Retreat

Hard Hedge Forces Retreat

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Slide Into Defensive Position

Slide Into Defensive Position

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‘Full Closeout’ Tests Endurance

‘Full Closeout’ Tests Endurance

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‘2-Line Closeouts’ Stress Help

‘2-Line Closeouts’ Stress Help

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‘Close And Skip’ Teaches Necessities

‘Close And Skip’ Teaches Necessities

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‘4v3 Contest’ Builds Scramblers

‘4v3 Contest’ Builds Scramblers

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Find a body to box out

Find a body to box out

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'2-line closeouts' stress help

'2-line closeouts' stress help

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"Close and Skip" teaches necessities

"Close and Skip" teaches necessities

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1-On-1 to Master the Closeout

1-On-1 to Master the Closeout

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Outnumbered but Not Outmatched

Outnumbered but Not Outmatched

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Blitz & Attack The Point Guard

Blitz & Attack The Point Guard

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Blind Rebound Outlet

Blind Rebound Outlet

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Hit The Trailer For A Backdoor Lob

Hit The Trailer For A Backdoor Lob

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Backdoor Screen Creates Lob Opportunity

Backdoor Screen Creates Lob Opportunity

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‘Alley’ Drill Tightens The Court

‘Alley’ Drill Tightens The Court

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Only The Defense Scores In Cut Throat Drill

Only The Defense Scores In Cut Throat Drill

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Rotate Quickly To Gain An Advantage

Rotate Quickly To Gain An Advantage

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Take A Charge

Take A Charge

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Trap Drill Creates Havoc

Trap Drill Creates Havoc

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Keep Your Hands To Yourself

Keep Your Hands To Yourself

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Let Them Land, Keep Elbows In

Let Them Land, Keep Elbows In

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‘Forty-Four’ Extends The Defense

‘Forty-Four’ Extends The Defense

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