Purpose: Improve passing accuracy, speed, and decision-making.
Practice Routine
1. Warm-Up (5 minutes)
► Light jogging and dynamic stretches focusing on the arms, shoulders, and legs.
2. Basic Passing Stance (2 minutes)
► Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
► Hold the ball with both hands at chest level, elbows bent.
3. Chest Pass (5 minutes)
► Partner Drill: Stand 10-15 feet away from a partner.
► Use a chest pass: Push the ball from your chest using both hands, stepping forward with one foot.
► Focus on aiming for your partner’s chest and following through.
► Perform 10 passes, then switch roles.
4. Bounce Pass (5 minutes)
► Stand 10-15 feet away from your partner.
► Use a bounce pass: Aim for the floor about two-thirds of the way to your partner.
► Make sure the ball bounces up to your partner’s waist level.
► Perform 10 passes, then switch roles.
5. Overhead Pass (5 minutes)
► Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the ball held above your head.
► Use both hands to push the ball forward, stepping into the pass.
► Aim for a partner standing 10-15 feet away.
► Perform 10 passes, then switch roles.
6. Passing on the Move (10 minutes)
► Partner Drill: Set up cones or markers to create a passing lane.
► One player dribbles towards the other, who calls for the pass.
► The passer must execute a chest, bounce, or overhead pass while on the move.
► Alternate roles after 10 passes.
7. Target Passing (5 minutes)
► Set up targets (e.g., cones or spots) around the court.
► Practice passing to these targets from various distances using different techniques (chest, bounce, and overhead).
► Aim for accuracy and quick decision-making.
8. Cool Down (2 minutes)
► Light stretches focusing on the arms and shoulders to relax muscles.
Tips for Effective Practice
• Keep Your Head Up: Always look for open teammates before passing.
• Follow Through: Ensure you finish your pass with your hands pointing toward the target.
• Practice Different Angles: Experiment with various passing angles and techniques to enhance versatility.
Conclusion
Consistent practice of passing techniques will enhance your accuracy, speed, and ability to make quick decisions on the court. Incorporate this routine into your training to become a more effective playmaker!
1. Warm-Up (5 minutes) o Light jogging and dynamic stretches focusing on the arms, shoulders, and legs. 2. Basic Passing Stance (2 minutes) o Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent. o Hold the ball with both hands at chest level, elbows bent. 3. Chest Pass (5 minutes) o Partner Drill: Stand 10-15 feet away from a partner. o Use a chest pass: Push the ball from your chest using both hands, stepping forward with one foot. o Focus on aiming for your partner’s chest and following through. o Perform 10 passes, then switch roles. 4. Bounce Pass (5 minutes) o Stand 10-15 feet away from your partner. o Use a bounce pass: Aim for the floor about two-thirds of the way to your partner. o Make sure the ball bounces up to your partner’s waist level. o Perform 10 passes, then switch roles. 5. Overhead Pass (5 minutes) o Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the ball held above your head. o Use both hands to push the ball forward, stepping into the pass. o Aim for a partner standing 10-15 feet away. o Perform 10 passes, then switch roles.
1. Passing on the Move (10 minutes) o Partner Drill: Set up cones or markers to create a passing lane. o One player dribbles towards the other, who calls for the pass. o The passer must execute a chest, bounce, or overhead pass while on the move. o Alternate roles after 10 passes. 2. Target Passing (5 minutes) o Set up targets (e.g., cones or spots) around the court. o Practice passing to these targets from various distances using different techniques (chest, bounce, and overhead). o Aim for accuracy and quick decision-making. 3. Cool Down (2 minutes) o Light stretches focusing on the arms and shoulders to relax muscles.
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