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Opposite Cross Side

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Exercise for basketball-adapted physical conditioning, where we work on fitness as well as passing on the move, receptions, finishes, and rebounding.

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Opposite Cross Side - STEP 1: <div>We place at least 2 players with the ball (1 and 2 in the diagram)
We place at least 2 players with the ball (1 and 2 in the diagram).
The rest of the players are positioned on both sides of the free throw extension (can be inside or outside the court).
Once 1 finishes his first basket, 2 can start the exercise as well.
We count baskets (set a target for a certain time); if they miss, subtract, if there is a bad pass and the ball goes out of bounds, return to 0.
With this exercise, we also aim to work on transition finishes, zero-step, guided dribble, receptions, and quick passes.
Emphasize lead passes, players asking for the ball, and passers passing where requested.
We can introduce all types of passes: one-handed push, bounce passes, etc.
STEP 1

We place at least 2 players with the ball (1 and 2 in the diagram).
The rest of the players are positioned on both sides of the free throw extension (can be inside or outside the court).
Once 1 finishes his first basket, 2 can start the exercise as well.
We count baskets (set a target for a certain time); if they miss, subtract, if there is a bad pass and the ball goes out of bounds, return to 0.
With this exercise, we also aim to work on transition finishes, zero-step, guided dribble, receptions, and quick passes.
Emphasize lead passes, players asking for the ball, and passers passing where requested.
We can introduce all types of passes: one-handed push, bounce passes, etc.

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 2: <div>A JCB1 starts by passing the ball to JSB3, who is on his side; he will return it to 1, who will enter the court to receive with a zero-step</div>
A JCB1 starts by passing the ball to JSB3, who is on his side; he will return it to 1, who will enter the court to receive with a zero-step
STEP 2

A JCB1 starts by passing the ball to JSB3, who is on his side; he will return it to 1, who will enter the court to receive with a zero-step

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 3: <div>The receiver 1 will receive the ball, directing it with a maximum dribble to the opposite side</div>
The receiver 1 will receive the ball, directing it with a maximum dribble to the opposite side
STEP 3

The receiver 1 will receive the ball, directing it with a maximum dribble to the opposite side

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 4: <div>1 will pass the ball to 5, who will return it to 1, who will cut to the basket to finish
1 will pass the ball to 5, who will return it to 1, who will cut to the basket to finish.
The previous passer 3 will switch sides after passing to the opposite position.
5, when returning the ball to 1, will need to go for the rebound of 1’s finish
STEP 4

1 will pass the ball to 5, who will return it to 1, who will cut to the basket to finish.
The previous passer 3 will switch sides after passing to the opposite position.
5, when returning the ball to 1, will need to go for the rebound of 1’s finish

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 5: <div>1 finishes at the basket and 5 goes for the rebound (the ball cannot touch the floor)<br><br></div>
1 finishes at the basket and 5 goes for the rebound (the ball cannot touch the floor)

STEP 5

1 finishes at the basket and 5 goes for the rebound (the ball cannot touch the floor)

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 6: 5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense
5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.
STEP 6

5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 7: <div>5 grabs the rebound (if basket was made, takes it from the baseline; if missed, pivots) to pass to JSB 7
5 grabs the rebound (if basket was made, takes it from the baseline; if missed, pivots) to pass to JSB 7.
7 passes to 1, who will receive the ball the same way he did with 3
STEP 7

5 grabs the rebound (if basket was made, takes it from the baseline; if missed, pivots) to pass to JSB 7.
7 passes to 1, who will receive the ball the same way he did with 3

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 8: <div>Zero-step reception facing the opposite side to pass to 9</div>
Zero-step reception facing the opposite side to pass to 9
STEP 8

Zero-step reception facing the opposite side to pass to 9

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 9: <div>After the rebound, 5 takes position 7 and 7 moves to position 9
After the rebound, 5 takes position 7 and 7 moves to position 9.
1 passes to 9 and cuts to the basket to receive the ball and finish
STEP 9

After the rebound, 5 takes position 7 and 7 moves to position 9.
1 passes to 9 and cuts to the basket to receive the ball and finish

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 10: <div>9 will go for the rebound after 1’s finish</div>
9 will go for the rebound after 1’s finish
STEP 10

9 will go for the rebound after 1’s finish

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 11:
STEP 11

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 12:
STEP 12

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 13: <div>Player no
Player no. 9 will become the ball handler (JCB) to start the drill and player no. 1 will go to the wings as passer/rebounder.
STEP 13

Player no. 9 will become the ball handler (JCB) to start the drill and player no. 1 will go to the wings as passer/rebounder.

Opposite Cross Side - STEP 14: Players are positioned at key points on the court, seeking offensive and defensive balance
Players are positioned at key points on the court, seeking offensive and defensive balance.
STEP 14

Players are positioned at key points on the court, seeking offensive and defensive balance.