1 on 0 Closedown Series

Directions:

1. One line is formed in the short corner, with one player stepping out onto the court to start the drill

2. The coach passes to the offensive player (#1) who is facing the ball with his back to the baseline

3. On the catch, #1 closes down (pivots and squares up to the baseline)

4. They take a dribble or two and complete a finishing move

5. Examples of finishes:

• Short corner jump shot

• Power lay-up

• Shot fake power lay-up

• Reverse lay-up

• Spin move

• Hook shot

• Etc.

Other Teaching Points:

• Emphasize different finishes or go freestyle

• Work on keeping your shoulders squared to the baseline on the finish

• This can also be used as a breakdown drill for Bengal