The 3 circles
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The 3 circles
Drill
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We put 3 players to defend each one in one of the circles of the field: the two zones and the central circle. These players cannot leave there.
Two players start from the baseline and must reach the basket by passing from one basket to the other, avoiding both losing the ball due to a bad pass or a bad reception and one of the players in one circle touching it. If this happens, the player who lost the ball replaces the player in the circle.
The objective is to improve the pass and the use of space to do so.
We can introduce variants, such as avoiding lobbed passes, limiting the number of passes or the type of pass (such as only a bounce pass).
STEP 1
Each player is located strategically to maximize effectiveness in the first phase of the attack.
STEP 2
Shooting guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.
STEP 3
STEP 4
Point guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.
STEP 5
STEP 6
The initial setup is organized to create synergy between movements, screens, and passes for the opening play.
STEP 7
2 moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space.
STEP 8
STEP 9
Point guard changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities.
STEP 10
Each player is located strategically to maximize effectiveness in the first phase of the attack.
STEP 11
STEP 12
Shooting guard moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.
STEP 13
STEP 14
Initial positions are set so the team can move in a coordinated way and create space.
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