Equipment Needed
- One basketball
- Full court
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- Split into two even teams at one end of the full court.
- Each defender matches up with an offensive player; one offensive player starts with the ball.
Instructions
- On the coach's whistle, the offense tries to advance the ball to the far basket against full man pressure the entire length of the court.
- Defenders stay attached to their matchup, contesting every pass and dribble without fouling.
- Play out the possession to a shot attempt, then switch groups.
- Rotate offense and defense every 2-3 possessions.
Coaching Points
- Pressure the ball without gambling for steals - contain first.
- Off-ball defenders stay in a passing lane rather than watching the ball handler.
- Communicate on screens and switches the entire length of the floor.
Variation
Add a time limit (like 8 seconds to cross half court) so defenders learn to force tempo, not just contain.