Category: Defense
Type: Drill
DEFENSIVE REBOUNDING
How to run the drill: Position one player from the three free-throw elbow extended
(meaning: Outside the three point line in a direct path from the free throw elbow).Have one coach shoot the ball—intending to miss—towards the basket. Have one player positioned right on top of the dotted circle, ready to grab the rebound. Once he has taken the ball off the rim, have him pivot, and outlet the ball to the player waiting outside the three point line. This final action simulates what would be the beginning of a fastbreak in a real game. In defensive rebounding drills it is always advisable to have your players practice throwing the outlet pass, as it is a necessary skill for the frontline positions to have. Key points: Make sure the player waiting for the rebound is well balanced, with his arms up above his shoulders, elbows bent at ninety degree angles. Once he has collected the rebound, make sure he does not bring the ball below the chest, so he does not get into the habit of bringing the ball low, where a player could steal it in a game situation. Lastly, make sure that he throws the ball with two hands to the outlet man; DO NOT LET THEM GET INTO THE HABIT OF THROWING A BASEBALL PASS TO THE OUTLET MAN. Though there are certain situations where a baseball pass would be necessary. However, never allow it in drills, so as the players do not get sloppy in their mechanics.
Submitted by: Paul Tayyar
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