Are you looking for Youth Basketball Drills that will help elevate your game to the next level?
Are you serious about improving your game? I mean really serious! If you are, then you are going to love the youth basketball drills we have put together for you!
By learning and practicing the drills in this section…
These youth basketball drills are designed to give you a thorough understanding of the basic skills needed to play basketball. Regardless of what level you play or coach at, basic basketball skills are the foundation needed to be successful. In order to improve your game, both as a player and coach, you must understand and master these basic skills of basketball.
Traditionally, basketball players (and even some basketball coaches) spend most of their time practicing the fun stuff. This usually includes offensive skills that involve a basketball. Dribbling, passing, shooting and rebounding. I think this is a mistake! Of course these skills are important, but there is so much more needed to be a complete basketball player.
I encourage you to work on all the skills needed to be a solid youth basketball player. This would include defensive skills and offensive skills without the ball (such as cutting and screening). When these skills are combined with the fun stuff mentioned above – then we have a complete, all-around youth basketball player.
These youth basketball drills will help you develop the fundamental skills needed to improve your game! Having said that, let me emphasize a few things first.
Okay, I know, enough talking already. Let’s get on with the drills!
The youth basketball drills below focus on the fundamental skills of basketball. They are broken down into several categories. When you click on one of the links you will be taken to a separate page. On that page, several drills will be given to help you improve that aspect of your game. I hope you enjoy these drills.
Effective play on offense and defense begins with the proper stance and footwork. These drills will help players understand and become comfortable with these fundamentals.
Offensive players will spend 80% of their time cutting and moving without the basketball. These drills will help them become more efficient at this.
These drills will help players become comfortable and confident when handling the basketball.
Great drills to improve dribbling fundamentals and techniques.
Passing and catching is often overlooked by players and coaches. These drills focus on the proper mechanics needed to be effective.
Great shooting takes practice and dedication. These drills will help players develop the proper form, technique and confidence needed to be an effective shooter.
Players that can move well with the basketball are always much more effective on offensive. These drills will help players develop their offensive moves.
Rebounding is such a critical part of the game. These drills will teach players to go aggressively after the basketball.
Defense wins championships! These drills will teach players the fundamentals needed to play great defense.
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I hope you find these Basketball Drills to be helpful and informative. Remember, to improve at the game of basketball you need to work hard and dedicate yourself to getting better!