Protecting the Ball [CPPB]

Description

The player comes towards the ball to receive it on the move towards the mannequin. As the player gets closer, player gets between the ball and player while performing a turn to face back towards the coach. The player quickly creates a new angle before receiving the ball in a tight 1v1 situation before getting their shot off.

Key Coaching Points

Protecting the ball

Player must get their body in the way, leading with their foot and arm to create distance between themselves and the defender.

Turns

Outside hook
Inside hook
Stop & turn

Keep the ball on the safe side, make it difficult for the defender to challenge for the ball. Create space between themselves and the defender on the turn so they can face on the defender again to go into a 1v1. Change of speed is important to get them to rely on their own reactions.

Details

Category:

Shooting

Reference:

CPPB

Published On:

November 11, 2024

Updated On:

November 11, 2024