Basic defensive stance work
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Basic defensive stance work

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This drill focuses on the basic defensive stance, essential to internalize at early ages. Special emphasis is placed on defensive recovery after the attacker beats the defender off the dribble. It starts as 1v0 but 1v1 variations can be added 

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Basketball drill basic defensive stance work, step 1: <div>the first player to touch the baseline wins
The first player to touch the baseline wins.
STEP 1

The first player to touch the baseline wins.

Basketball drill basic defensive stance work, step 2: power forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency
Power forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. Small forward places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 2 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 1 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.
STEP 2

Power forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. Small forward places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 2 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 1 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.