Superman Closeouts

Directions:

1. There are three offensive players and three defensive players

2. Coach throws the ball to any of the three offensive players standing around the perimeter 

3. Whoever is guarding the man with the ball closes out 

4. The two other players get in proper man-to-man defensive positioning

Other Teaching Points:

• Closeout with proper technique

• Move on the air-time of the ball - be there on the catch

• Maintain proper defensive positioning

• You can add or subtract players to this drill (2 on 2, 3 on 3, 4 on 4, 5 on 5)

• After the initial action, you can complete various defensive rotations against offensive actions such as:

  • Open and through vs down screens

  • Chase and space vs flare screens

  • DHO or PNR defense

  • Other scout actions