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Always FunBuilding Skills

Cultivating ValuesDeveloping Wellness

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Jr. NBA Overview 04

Jr. NBA Philosophy 05

NBA & USAB Youth Guidelines 08

3v3 Overview 14

3v3 Rules 16

FAQ 22

3v3 Score Sheet 24

3v3 Practice Plans 26

3v3 Offensive Plays 34

Contents

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The Jr. NBA is the league’s official youth basketball participation program for boys and girls ages 6-14 that teaches the fundamentals of the game at the grassroots level to help grow and improve the youth basketball experience for all.

Overview

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Continued

PhilosophyThe Jr. NBA Philosophy is to share the game of basketball with youth across the world by teaching skills, values, and wellness in a positive and fun environment. The Jr. NBA’s holistic approach is intended to strengthen the culture of youth basketball, teach life lessons, and empower youth to live a full and healthy life. The Jr. NBA believes this philosophy leads to developing complete and well-rounded basketball players and individuals.

The Jr. NBA philosophy manifests itself in our curriculum through the ABCD’s of the Jr. NBA. The ABCD’s of the Jr. NBA are the foundation of the curriculum and define what the Jr. NBA stands for. Each element of the ABCD’s of the Jr. NBA is equally important and works with the other components to develop well-rounded basketball players and people. Please see below for the ABCD’s of the Jr. NBA.

A LWAYS F U N

We love the game of basketball because at its core, it’s FUN! Basketball should be fun at every level, and as Jr. NBA players make progress in their development, their understanding of fun also evolves. So whether it’s encouraging a first-time player as she learns to dribble, or helping a young boy set goals, the game should always be oriented around fun. Fun is always a part of the Jr. NBA curriculum.

The ABCD’s of the Jr. NBA

The 7 Ways that Jr. NBA Players Experience Fun

AAlways Fun

BBuilding Skills

CCultivating Values

DDeveloping Wellness

Achieving Goals

Mastering Skills

Loving the Process

High Fives & Smiles

Cheering for Others

Interactive Games

Positive Encouragement

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B U I L D I N G S K I L L S

Building basketball skills is an essential part of learning the game. The Jr. NBA recognizes that skill development is a process that is especially important for youth players. The Jr. NBA uses a skill progression checklist that helps players advance through developmental levels.

As Jr. NBA players master skills and advance in the curriculum, skill categories grow more advanced. This approach helps Jr. NBA players to continually develop and enjoy the positive reinforcement of mastering new skills!

C U LT I VAT I N G VA L U E S

The game of basketball provides everyone involved in the game the opportunity to learn countless life lessons. The lessons learned in the Jr. NBA curriculum will be with our players for a lifetime. Therefore, the Jr. NBA makes it a priority to cultivate these core values throughout all programming.

A key tenet of the Jr. NBA philosophy is to incorporate character-building messages into every practice. Values are also taught in unscripted situations, and we encourage our coaches to embrace those opportunities as well. The Jr. NBA character building lessons will undoubtedly go beyond the court and help youth players in other areas of their lives.

Ball-Handling

Passing

Shooting

Footwork & Conditioning

Rebounding

Offense

Defense

Teamwork

Sportsmanship & Fairness

Leadership

Respect

Responsibility

Confidence & Humility

Positivity & Receptiveness

Skill Categories

Character Building Values

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D E V E L O PI N G W E L L N E S S

One of the best parts of the game of basketball is that it promotes wellness across many aspects of life. The Jr. NBA wants to address, educate, and encourage young players to be healthy in each of these areas.

The Jr. NBA believes that developing as a complete person is more important than developing just as a basketball player. Whether it is understanding more about nutrition or learning time management skills, themes of wellness will be applied throughout the curriculum.

Active Lifestyle

Time Management

Injury Prevention

Nutrition

Rest & Recovery

Healthy Relationships

Balanced Lifestyle

Aspects of Wellness

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The NBA and USA Basketball have partnered to develop guidelines designed to promote a positive and healthy youth basketball experience. These guidelines prioritize the health and well-being of young athletes while enhancing enjoyment, participation, and development in the game. Please see the guidelines that follow.

WHY THE GUIDELINES WERE DEVELOPED

NBA & USAB Youth Guidelines

A G EG A M E

L E N G T HG A M E S

P E R W E E KP R A C T I C E

L E N G T H# O F P R A C T I C E S

P E R W E E K

Ages 7-8 20-28 minutes 1 30-60 minutes 1

Ages 9-11 24-32 minutes 1 to 2 45-75 minutes 2

Ages 12-14 28-32 minutes 2 60-90 minutes 2 to 4

Grades 9-12 32-36 minutes 2 to 3 90-120 minutes 3 to 4

RECOMMENDED PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES

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The maximum participation guidelines outlined above are intended to serve as limits on a young athlete’s participation in organized basketball. It is possible that participation in organized basketball within the maximum limits but in excess of the recommendations is also not advisable from a health and wellness standpoint; however, this issue requires further study.

* Youth basketball players, parents and coaches should demonstrate caution in scheduling or participating in more than one game per day, especially on consecutive days. If young athletes participate in an event or tournament in which more than one game is played per day on consecutive days, players should have additional time off from sports activities following the event to allow for recovery.

** It is recommended that young athletes in these age ranges who are approaching these maximum hour limits not participate in another organized sport concurrently.

A G E # O F G A M E S / D AY# O F H O U R S P E R W E E K I N O R G A N I Z E D B A S K E T B A L L

Ages 7-8 1 3 hours

Ages 9-11 2* 5 hours

Ages 12-14 2* 10 hours**

Grades 9-12 2* 14 hours**

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M I N . # O F R E S T D AY S P E R W E E K

M A X . M O N T H S P E R Y E A R I N O R G A N I Z E D

B A S K E T B A L L

RECOMMENDED HOURS OF SLEEP

PER NIGHT

Ages 7-8 2 4 months 9-12 hours

Ages 9-11 2 5 months 9-12 hours

Ages 12-14 1 7 months 8-10 hours*

Grades 9-12 1 9-10 months 8-10 hours

* For 12 year olds, 9-12 hours of sleep is recommended

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Delay specialization in basketball until at least age 14.

Playing multiple sports helps kids make new friends and develop new skills. Medical and scientific experts recommend early sports sampling and delaying single-sport specialization until mid to late adolescence. Playing multiple sports should not be viewed as falling behind, but rather as building the foundation for future success. Research shows that early sport specialization is NOT necessary to produce elite-level performance.

Sports sampling, which is characterized by participation in multiple sports during childhood, provides a young athlete the chance to find a sport that may ultimately fit him or her best. There are several demonstrated benefits of sports sampling:

Prolonged engagement in sports

More enjoyable and positive early sports experiences

Healthy physical, psychological, and social development

Transfer of skill acquired from multiple sports to primary sport if specialization occurs

Current research does not support the view that early single-sport specialization is either necessary or sufficient to produce elite performance at advanced levels of competition. In fact, early single-sport specialization in basketball and other team sports may be detrimental to long-term elite performance.

Athletes that reach the highest level of achievement have been shown to be more likely to have played multiple sports at a young age com-pared to athletes that reach relatively lower levels of achievement. With respect to basketball and other similar ball sports, world-class athletes often delayed single-sport specialization until age 16 or later.

THE NBA RECOMMENDS

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The NBA and USA Basketball have adopted a Youth Basketball Player Segmentation Model designed to help ensure player safety, consistency and competitive fairness and balance for youth basketball players.

This player segmentation model, developed by an expert working group on Playing Standards, has a hybrid age/grade structure that employs strict age groupings through age 13, followed by a grade affiliation model once a player enters the ninth grade. The following are key elements of the model:

Age-based segmentation through age 13.

For purposes of eligibility, a “Playing Year” is defined as Sept. 1-Aug. 31.

Beginning at age six, players are segmented by single-year age through age 13. Date of birth relative to the Playing Year is the final determinant of eligibility.

For age segments, each age designation reflects the maximum age of a player during the Playing Year. For example, using the 2016-17 Playing Year, the 12U segment is for players who are 12 years of age and under as of Aug. 31, 2017. Should a player turn 13 on Aug. 31 or earlier, the player would be ineligible for the 12U segment and would be considered a 13U player.

PLAYER SEGMENTATION

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14U or 8th grade - transition year.

A transition year between age-based and grade-based affiliation is necessary to allow for players who have been held back in school or are old for their grade. This provides a transition period from playing with one’s age segment to playing with kids in the same academic grade.

Event operators have the option to host a division based on the 14U age-based model and/or adopt the 8th grade-based model.

Grade-based segmentation in grades 9 through 12.

Players in grades nine through 12 are classified based on the grade they are attending in school as of Oct. 1 of the Playing Year.

Exceptions: For grade segments only, players must be enrolled in school at the grade level in which they are competing AND can only be up to one Playing Year older than their grade indicates. For example, using the 2016-17 Playing Year, a ninth grade player cannot turn 17 prior to Sept. 1, 2017.

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3v3 Overview

More touches for every player

Players learn to play all positions

Offensive and defensive skills and knowledge are utilized every possession

Requires teamwork and fosters skill development

Players must always be active and engaged

The Jr. NBA places a priority around 3v3 programming with the understanding that it will impact a young players’ long-term development in basketball by delivering a fun and competitive on-court experience, while also creating additional opportunities for boys and girls to engage in play, foster skill development, and cultivate friendships and character values.

HIGHLIGHTED BENEFITS OF 3v3

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The Jr. NBA, the league’s official youth basketball participation program has partnered with select multi-court facilities to host 3v3 Shock Doctor leagues for thousands of youth across multiple markets. The Jr. NBA shares in the philosophy that 3v3 play can serve as a motivational and educational approach to teaching the game of basketball. Whether it’s a 3v3 tournament, or a game in the driveway, 3v3 is a positive format for learning and growing in basketball.

Boys and Girls Ages 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U

Length of Season 6 Weeks

Number of Games Minimum 10

Length of Court Half Court Games

Seeding Wins, losses & score differentials tracked for playoff seeding

Local Championship All teams qualify for local Jr. NBA 1-day championship

National Championship Winners of all divisions of Local Championship qualify to travel to National Championship and will receive a new set of uniforms, T-shirts, and a Jr. NBA hat. Each team will also be provided with 3 hotel rooms for 2 nights.

JR.NBA 3v3 SHOCK DOCTOR LEAGUES

JR.NBA 3v3 SHOCK DOCTOR LEAGUE DETAILS

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Jr.NBA 3v3 Rules

G A M E A D M I N I S T R AT I O N & R U L E S

ROS TE R S IZ E 5 player limit (must have 3 players to start the game).

RE F E RE E S 1 required, 2 suggested.

TI M E /SCO RE K E E PE RS

1 required, 2 suggested (a parent from each team).

TI M E-O UTS Each team is allowed one 30-second timeout per game. The game clock does not stop during timeouts. NO timeouts are permitted in the last three minutes of the game.

The following rules have been designed to ensure fair play for all participants and closely align with USA Basketball and FIBA competition rules. The height of the basket and size of the ball are both in accordance with the NBA and USAB Youth Basketball Guidelines which can be visited at youthguidelines.nba.com. All players and coaches are expected to understand these rules prior to participating in 3v3 competition.

C O N T I N U E D

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I N ITIA L POSS E SS IO N

Coin flip (winning the coin flip allows a team to start the game with the ball or decline in order to get the ball in a potential overtime).

GA M E DU R ATIO N & SCO RI N G LI M ITS

League Operators will have the option to organize their games according to either format below:

1 x 20 MINUTES

Running clock.

The first team to 21 points (applies to regular playing time only) or the team with the most points at the end of the game.

1 X 15 MINUTES

Running clock.

The first team to 15 points (applies to regular playing time only) or the team with the most points at the end of the game.

OV E RTI M E First team to score two (2) points wins.

SCO RI N G Baskets made from inside the arc count as one point. Baskets made from behind the arc count as two points.

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C O N T I N U E D

S U BS TITUTIO N S Can occur in dead ball situations, prior to the check ball. Players must enter the game at the top of the court.

S TA RTI N G POSS E SS IO N S

To start the game and after any dead ball that requires checking the ball at the top, the ball must be passed in (not dribbled) from the check box at the rear of the court.

First Violation: Warning from the referee or court monitor.

Each Additional Violation: Change of possession.

S H OT C LO C K 12U & A BOV E

12 seconds. The shot clock is to be monitored by the ref and should be counted aloud for the final 5 seconds.

11U & BE LOW

No shot clock - however, no stalling is allowed. The referee, court monitor or Jr. NBA staff member may institute a 30 second clock at any time. After a team has been warned about stalling, failure to hit the rim on the offensive possession within 30 seconds will result in loss of possession. The referee will count down the final 5 seconds.

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C O N T I N U E D

F RE E TH ROWS 1 free throw if fouled while shooting.

2 free throws if fouled while shooting behind the arc.

1 free throw if fouled while shooting and the shooter makes the shot.

Free throws count as one point.

12U & A BOV E

Following a made free throw the ball is live as soon as the ball goes through the basket and the opposing team can gain possession and clear. If the free throw is missed, the ball is live and the offensive team can rebound and play, or the defensive team can rebound and clear.

11U & BE LOW

Following a made free throw, the opposing team will check the ball at the top. If the free throw is missed, the ball is live and the offensive team can rebound and play, or the defensive team can rebound and clear.

J U M P BA LL All jump balls become possession of the defensive team.

TE A M FO U L LI M IT 6 team fouls.

PE N A LT Y FO R TE A M FO U L S 7-9

2 free throws.

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PE N A LT Y FO R TE A M FO U L S 10+

2 free throws and possession of the ball.

POSS E SS IO NFO LLOWI N G AS U C C E SS FU LG OA L

12U & ABOVE

Defense gains possession (no make it – take it) The possession begins right underneath the hoop when the defensive team takes possession of the ball. Ball to be dribbled or passed to a player behind the arc (both feet) Defensive team not allowed to make a play for the ball inside the “no-charge semicircle” (area under the basket).

11U & BELOW

Check ball exchange behind the arc (at the top).

POSS E SS IO NFO LLOWI N G AD E A D BA LL

Check ball exchange behind the arc (at the top).

POSS E SS IO NFO LLOWI N GA D E F E N S IV ERE BO U N D O RS TE A L

Ball to be dribbled/passed behind the arc.

PL AYO F FS Players must play in at least 3 league games to be eligible for the playoffs.

Jr.NBA 3v3 Rules

C O N T I N U E D

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COAC H I N G RU LE S

12U & ABOVE

Coaches are allowed to provide guidance during timeouts, and before and after games. Coaches can also make substitutions.

Coaches will be penalized a point if a ref sees excessive coaching during games.

Penalties will be assessed at referees discretion.

11U & BELOW

The same rules apply as for 12U and above, however refs will be slightly more tolerant of coaching.

Coaches can be penalized a point if a ref sees excessive coaching during games.

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3v3 League Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION

ANSWER

How do I run a Jr. NBA 3v3 League?This year, the Jr. NBA is running its 3v3 Leagues in 10 markets. In future years, other markets will be considered. Please go to jr.nba.com/jr-nba-3v3-league-operatorapplication to fill out an application for consideration.

QUESTION

ANSWER

Where can I find a Jr. NBA 3v3 League in my area?Leagues are provided in 10 markets throughout the U.S. this year: Atlanta, Georgia; Aurora, Illinois; Charlotte, North Carolina; Edmond, Oklahoma; Salt Lake City, Utah; Vancouver, Washington; Walnut Creek, California; Westfield, Indiana; West Hempstead, New York; and Whippany, New Jersey.

QUESTION

ANSWER

What is the cost to participate?Costs will vary depending on the market. Please visit your market’s webpage for more information about pricing.

QUESTION

ANSWER

How long is the Jr. NBA 3v3 League?The duration of the leagues will vary depending on the market, but in general, leagues will be 6 weeks long. Each team will play a minimum of 10 games in league play. The final week will be a single elimination tournament to qualify for the National Tournament.

QUESTION

ANSWER

Who can play in the Jr. NBA 3v3 League?Each league will offer divisions for boys and girls at the 10U, 11U, 12U and 13U ages. Please go to each market’s page to get specific details.

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QUESTION

ANSWER

What are the cut-off dates for the age groups?The Jr. NBA 3v3 Leagues follow the player segmentation model outlined in the NBA and USAB Youth Basketball Guidelines. Please see the answer below and refer to youthguidelines.nba.com if needed. For purposes of eligibility, a “Playing Year” is defined as Sept. 1-Aug. 31. Date of birth relative to the Playing Year is the final determinant of eligibility. For age segments, each age designation reflects the maximum age of a player during the Playing Year.

For example, using the 2016-17 Playing Year, the 12U segment is for players who are 12 years of age and under as of Aug. 31, 2017. Should a player turn 13 on Aug. 31 or earlier, the player would be ineligible for the 12U segment and would be considered a 13U player.

QUESTION

ANSWER

How many players can I have on my roster?Teams may have a minimum of 4 players on a team and a maximum of 5 players.

QUESTION

ANSWER

Can a girl play on a boys’ team?A girl can play on a boys’ team. A boys’ team must have a minimum of 3 boys on the roster.

QUESTION

ANSWER

How many games can my child miss and still be able to play in the local or National Championship?Players must play in at least 3 games to be eligible to play in either the Local or National Championship.

QUESTION

ANSWER

If I don’t have a team, can I enter as an individual or “free agent”?This will vary from market to market. Please contact your local league operator.

3v3 SCORE SHEET

T E A M A T E A M B

Referees 1 2

Competition Game No. Date Time Court

T E A M A

Time Out

TE

AM

FO

ULS

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9

10+

Unsportsmanlike

Players No. 1 2

SCORE (after regular time) A B

SCORE (after over time) A B

Signature

Referee

Game Protest Requested Yes

Team Representative

R U N N I N G S C O R E

A B A B

1 1 13 13

2 2 14 14

3 3 15 15

4 4 16 16

5 5 17 17

6 6 18 18

7 7 19 19

8 8 20 20

9 9 21 21

10 10 22 22

11 11 23 23

12 12 Coaching Penalty Points

Scorer

Timer

12” Operator

T E A M B

Time Out

TE

AM

FO

ULS

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9

10+

Unsportsmanlike

Players No. 1 2

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PRACTICE PLANS

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Values TE AMWORK Lead the players in a discussion about teamwork. 5%

Warm-Up RUN TO THAT LINE (1 x 5 lines) Learn the court while warming up.

5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

BALL RUBS (1 x 10 sec.) Get the hands warm and gain comfort with the ball.

SINGLE LEG WR APS (2 x 20 sec. each leg)

Wrap the ball quickly around each leg.

SE ATE D DRIBBLE (1 x 20 sec. each hand)

Sit and work on low, quick dribbles with the fingertips.

3-3-3 DRIBBLE DRILL (2 x 20 sec.) Make sure each dribble is quick and powerful.

CONE DRIBBLING (1 x 3 min. with variations)

Work on changing directions with the dribble.

Passing

OVE RHE AD PASS DRILL (1 min.)

Make overhead passes with a partner(s).

Shooting

FORM SHOOTING One Hand (2 x 10 shots )

The shot pocket originates from where a player would hold the ball with 1 hand.

1-2 STE P L AY-UPS BOTH SIDES (1 x 2 minutes each side)

Ensure the proper footwork while working with both hands.

KNOCKOUT (2 games) Emphasize following the shot.


JUMP-STOP DRILLWith ball (2 times down & back)

Work on the fundamentals of the jump stop; balance and body control.

Team Concepts THE PASS IS FASTE R DRILL (2 x down and back each player)

Work on ball-handling, passing, and catching while demonstrating that the pass is faster than the dribble.

15%

DE FE NSE, I LOVE IT DRILL (2 x 5)

Have fun and bring energy to defense!

Competing SPIN STE P IN DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each way)

Ensure that the players plan and turn on their inside foot.

15%

3v3 NUMBE RS GAME (games to 5)

Emphasize the offensive and defensive concepts learned through 3v3.

PERCENTAGE OF TOTA L

PR ACTICE T IMEDE TAILSACTIVIT YTHEME

Please limit standing time for players by spreading out and using as many baskets, basketballs, and parents/helpers as possible.

Be sure to take regular water breaks to help your players stay hydrated.

The percentages listed serve as approximate recommendations on

how to allocate practice time.

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Values BAL ANCE D LIFEST YLE Discuss why it’s important to have a healthy balance of school, friends, family, and hobbies. 5%

Warm-Up DYNAMIC WARM-UP (1 x each from baseline to half court or back)

• Heel Walks • Toe Walks • Skip Forward• Skip Backwards • Jog Forward • Jog Backwards 5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

DOUBLE LEG WR AP (1 x 20 sec.) Wrap the ball around both legs quickly!

SIDE TO SIDE DRIBBLE (2 x 15 sec.) Control the ball by dribbling it from side to side.

FRONT TO BACK DRIBBLE (2 x 15 sec.)

Control the ball by dribbling it front to back.

RETRE AT DRIBBLE DRILL (3 x 15 sec.)

Work on the fundamentals of the retreat dribble.

Passing

RE BOUND & OUTLET PASS DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each side)

Work on rebounding and making a good outlet pass.

Shooting

DROP STE P L AY-UP BRE AKDOWN DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each way)

Work on the correct footwork for the drop step lay-up.

L AY-UP HIGH FIVE DRILL (2 minutes each side)

A simple high five can teach the fundamentals of a lay-up!

3-LINE (SPOT) LAYUPS (1 x 90 sec each line)

Work on lay-ups and the euro step.


1-2-3 TRIPLE THRE AT (1 x 90 seconds)

Work on reaction time and the triple threat stance.

Team Concepts

PASS & CUT DRILL (90 seconds each way)

Work on passing, cutting, and finishing with lay-ups.

15%

RECEIVING THE OUTLET PASS DRILL (1 x 2 minutes)

Work on the proper execution of receiving the outlet pass.

TE AM L AY-UP & SHOT DRILL (games to 8)

Use this fun competitive game to work on lay-ups and shooting.

SIDE/L ATE R AL PUSH DRILL (3 x 15 seconds)

Work on the defensive movement of pushing to stay in front of an offensive player.

Competing E LBOWS FINISH DRILL (games to 3)

Emphasize both offense and defense in 1 on 1 play.

15%

3v3 NUMBE RS GAME (games to 3)

Emphasize the offensive and defensive concepts learned through 3v3.







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Values FAIRNESS 1 Explain the basic rules and why we play fair. 5%

Warm-Up FRE EZE TAG (2 minutes) Warm-up with a fun game of freeze tag. 5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

QUICK DROPS DRILL (2 x 20 sec) Work on quick hands and catching the ball.

SE ATE D DRIBBLE (2 x 45 seconds each arm)

Sit and work on low, quick dribbles with the fingertips.

STATIONARY CROSSOVE R LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH (3 x 15 seconds each)

Push the ball back and forth from hand to hand to improve coordination and ball control.

STATIONARY UNDE R THE LEG DRIBBLE DRILL (1 x 1 minute)

Have the players work on controlling the ball under their leg.

Passing

KICK PASS BRE AKDOWN DRILL (1 minute each way)

Work on the proper kick pass form.

Shooting

UP & UNDE R BRE AKDOWN DRILL (1 minute each way)

Work on the proper footwork of the up and under.

PASS & UP & UNDE R DRILL (1 x 2 minutes)

Execute the up and under in this fluid drill.

2-BOUNCE SHOOTING GAME (games to 5)

Hustle after rebounds to prevent two bounces.

FRE E THROW GOLF (1 game) Work on free throws in a fun competitive game.

Rebounding

SE LF-TOSS RE BOUNDING DRILL (3 x 8)

The players will toss the ball into the air and jump and catch it at their peak.


TUCK BACK DRILL (2 x 6 each way) Work on triple threat and protecting the ball.

Team Concepts

DRIVE & KICK COMPETITION DRILL (games to 8)

Emphasize a good drive and a good kick pass.

15%

2-PE RSON CLOSEOUT DRILL (2 x 1 minute)

Work on guarding the ball and quickly going to help.

Competing 3v3 NUMBE RS GAME (games to 3)

Each possession must start with a screen away from the ball.

15%







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Values ACTIVE LIFEST YLE Have the players define being active, and explain the benefits of playing multiple sports. 5%

Warm-Up ACTIVE WARM-UP(1 x each from baseline to half court or vice versa)

• Jog in Place • 1 Foot Hop Left • 1 Foot Hop Right• Head Rolls • Shoulder Rolls • Arm Rolls• Waist Rolls • Knee Rolls • Ankle Rolls

5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH DRIBBLE (2 x 20 sec. each level & each hand)

Work on dribble speed, control, and power.

STATIONARY CROSSOVE R LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH (3 x 20 seconds each)

Push the ball back and forth from hand to hand to improve coordination and ball control.

3-3-3 DRIBBLE DRILL (2 x 20 sec.) Work on quick controlled dribbles.

RUNNING DRIBBLE RIGHT, LE FT, & CROSSOVE R (2x each)

Encourage the players to gain confidence and push themselves to run fast while controlling the dribble.

Passing

PASS & FOLLOW (1 min) Work on good quick passes to teammates.

PARTNE R(S) RUNNING PASS DRILL (2 x down & back)

Try not to have any dropped passes!

Shooting

3-LINE (SPOT) L AYUPS (1 x 90 sec each line)

Work on making lay-ups correctly.

FORM SHOOTING – 2 HANDS (3 x 8 each)

Emphasize the perfect shot every time.

SPIN STE P IN DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each way)

Ensure that the players plant and turn on their inside foot.

LOOP SHOOTING (1 x 4 min) Be sure to mix up the shot location.


RUN TO BACKPE DAL DRILL (2 x down and back)

Help the players gain comfort changing directions.

Team Concepts

PASS, CUT & RE PL ACE DRILL (2 minutes)

Work on good passes, cutting, and filling the open spot.

15%

REVERSE THE BALL DRILL (games to 8)

Reverse the ball quickly and shoot game like shots.

Competing CLOSE OUT 1-ON-1 DRILL (4 minutes)

Work on good defensive close outs into 1 on 1.

15%

3v3 NUMBE RS GAME NO DRIBBLES (3 minute games)

Playing with no dribbles will reinforce movement.







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Values RESPECT: COACHES Discuss what it means to respect your coach. 5%

Warm-Up THE ESCAPE GAME (3 x each partner)

The players will partner up and “escape” from each other in this fun warm-up game. 5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

QUICK DROPS DRILL (2 x 10) Work on having quick hands and catching the ball.

STATIONARY 2 BALL DRIBBLE SAME TIME/ALTE RNATE (2 x 30 seconds each)

Challenge the players by dribbling with 2 balls.

5-5-5 CRE ATIVE DRIBBLE (1 minute)

Allow the players to be creative with the ball.

Passing

PASS FAKE BRE AKDOWN DRILL (2 minutes)

Work on good pass fakes.

PASS FAKE DRIVE DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each side)

Give a good pass fake to make a defender react, then drive.

Shooting

LUNGE SHOOTING (1 minute each way)

Work on good footwork, balance and body control.

SHOT FAKE BRE AKDOWN DRILL (2 minutes)

Have the players work on the correct execution of a shot fake.

SHOT FAKE 1 DRIBBLE PULL-UP DRILL (2 minutes each way)

Execute the shot fake into a shot.

Rebounding

NO BALL BOX OUT DRILL (2 minutes)

Get the players accustomed to boxing out their opponent.


SIDE/L ATE R AL PUSH DRILL (3 x 15 seconds)

Make sure the players are pushing off their back foot.

Team Concepts

USING A SCRE E N SHOOTING DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each way)

Work on setting up the screen before coming off to shoot.

15%

TR ACING THE BALL BRE AKDOWN DRILL (2 x 1 min)

Work on tracing the ball with active hands.

Competing 3 ON 3 NUMBE RS GAME - BALL SCRE E N (games to 3)

The players must start every possession with a ball screen.

15%







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Values RESPECT: TE AMMATES Lead a discussion around how to respect teammates. 5%

Warm-Up LINE HOPS (1 x 20 seconds each)

• 2 Feet Forward & Backwards • 2 Feet Side to Side• 1 Foot Forward & Backwards • 1 Foot Side to Side• Stationary Hip Swings • Arm Rolls

5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

F INGE R DRIBBLE DRILL (1 x 30 seconds each hand)

Individually use each fingertip to dribble the ball.

DRIBBLE BAL ANCE (3 x 20 seconds each leg)

Balance on 1 foot while dribbling.

SPIN DRIBBLE DRILL (3 min.) Work on a hard last dribble into a quick spin move.

DRIBBLE FRE EZE TAG (3 min.) This is a fun game of tag while dribbling the ball!

Passing

KE E P AWAY GAME (30 sec each)

Work on movement, teamwork, passing, and defense.

Shooting

CROSSOVE R TO A L AY-UP DRILL (1 x 2 minutes each side)

Work on good moves and finishing with makes.

1-STE P FORM DRILL (10 makes each side)

Make sure the players create a lot of space with their steps.

JUMP STOP SHOOTING GAME (games to 5)

Work on good jump stops, being balanced, and making shots at game speed.

Rebounding

WALL BOX OUT (2 minutes) Work on the proper boxout technique.


THE JAB STE P BRE AKDOWN DRILL (2 minutes each way)

Help the players to gain confidence making a jab step.

THE JAB & ATTACK DRILL (3 x each side)

Take a hard jab and a big attack step towards the basket.

Team Concepts

PASS & CUT & RE PL ACE DRILL (1 x 3 minutes)

Get the players talking, cutting, and filling the open space.

15%

DE FE NDING THE 2-ON-1 DRILL (1 x 3-5 minutes)

Work on both 2 on 1 offense and defense.

Competing KNOCKOUT (1 game) Have fun with this competitive shooting game.

15%

3v3 NUMBE RS GAME - ALL TOUCH (games to 5)

Every player must touch the ball on every possession.







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Values RESPECT: OPPONE NTS Discuss how & why to respect your opponents. 5%

Warm-Up IQ WARM-UP (5 lines) Teach the players about the game as a part of the warm-up. 5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

DOUBLE LEG WR AP (2 x 20 sec) Wrap the ball around both legs quickly!

FRONT TO BACK DRIBBLE (2 x 20 seconds each hand)

Control the ball by dribbling it front to back.

SIDE TO SIDE DRIBBLE (2 x 20 seconds each hand)

Control the ball by dribbling it from side to side.

DRIBBLE BAL ANCE PUSH (2 x down and back)

Have the players maintain balance and push off their outside leg.

WALK TO JOG DRIBBLE DRILL (2 each)

Work on dribbling while moving at a controlled speed.

Passing

WHO IS RE ADY (2 minutes) Help the players recognize when a teammate is ready.

DRIBBLE & PASS TO TARGET DRILL (2 minutes each side)

Work on moving and hitting the target with a pass.

Shooting

PE RFECT SHOT NO BASKET DRILL (3 x 8 attempts)

This is a fun shooting drill that challenges the players to shoot the perfect shot!

LUNGE SHOOTING (2 x 1 min) Work on good footwork and balance with lunge shooting.

Rebounding

TOSS & GET IT DRILL (2 minutes each side)

Toss the ball off the backboard and rebound!


TUCK BACK (2 x 6 each way) Teach the players to be in a strong stance with the ball.

ON THE WHISTLE JUMP STOP (2 minutes)

Have the players react to the whistle with a jump stop.

Team Concepts

2 ON 1 FAST BRE AK (3 min) Work on good timing, spacing, and decision making.

15%

GROUP CLOSE OUT SLIDE & TR ACE DRILL (1 min. each way)

Bring energy and work on defense!

Competing ON THE BLOCK FINISH DRILL (games to 3)

Have the players react and finish quickly with a live defender.

15%E LBOWS FINISH DRILL (games to 3)

Help the players take good game shots with a live defender.

3v3 NUMBE RS GAME - POST TOUCH (games to 5)

Every possession must include a pass to a post player on the block.







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Values RESPECT: PARE NTS Discuss how to show respect for parents. 5%

Warm-Up RUN TO THAT LINE (1 x 5 lines) Learn the layout of the court while getting warm. 5%

Building Skills

Ball-Handling

60%

BALL SL AMS (2 x 10) Slam the ball hard to the floor and catch it on the way up.

FINGE R DRIBBLE DRILL (1 x 30 seconds each hand)

Use 1 finger at a time to dribble the ball.

SIDE TO SIDE DRIBBLE LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH (3 sets each hand)

Work on controlling the ball by dribbling it back and forth.

DRIBBLE BAL ANCE PUSH (2 x down and back)

Develop good balance and really push out on every move.

Passing

DRIBBLE & PASS TO A TARGET DRILL (1 x 2 minutes)

Emphasize hitting a specific target with each pass.

SLIDE AND PASS DRILL (2 sets of each pass)

Stay low and move while passing.

PARTNE R RUNNING PASS DRILL (2 x down & back)

Make sure to lead your teammate with a good pass.

OPE N & DECIDE (3 min) Work on quick decision making.

Shooting

FORM SHOOTING – 2 HANDS (3 x 8)

Work on shooting with great form every time.

PARTNE R STE P-IN SHOOTING DRILL (10 makes each)

Work with a partner to take good shooting reps.

CHASE L AY-UPS (3 minutes) Work on making lay-ups with a live defender.

BLOCK TO BLOCK SHOOTING DRILL (30 seconds each player)

Work on using the backboard to make shots.


CHANGE OF SPE E D DRILL (3 x down and back)

Changing speeds will make every player better.

Team Concepts

POST PASS & SCRE E N DRILL (3 minutes)

Use pass fakes to make passes easier.

15%FOLLOW THE LE ADE R SLIDES

DRILL (10 seconds each)Have the players lead these quick defensive slides.

ZIG-Z AG DE FE NSIVE SLIDE DRILL (3 times down and back)

Get a good feel for changing directions while defending a dribbler.

Competing BACK 1 ON 1 DRILL (games to 5 makes)

Have fun with this great 1 on 1 drill.

15%

3v3 NUMBE RS GAME (games to 5) Emphasize the offensive and defensive principles highlighted in 3v3.







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Dribble Entry Cross Screen

Player 2 dribble enters. Player 1 sets cross screen for Player 3. Player 2 passes to Player 3 for lay-up.

Dribble Entry Corner 3

Player 1 dribble enters to weak side. Player 3 sets screen in lane for Player 2. Player 2 goes to deep corner for three-point shot.

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Back Screen Skip Pass

Player 2 passes to Player 1. Player 3 sets back screen for Player 2. Player 2 uses screen and relocates to weak side three. Player 1 makes skip pass to Player 2. Player 3 can slip to the basket for a lay-up after setting the screen for Player 2.

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Drive Gap Dive

Player 1 drives gap to draw help defender. Player 3 spaces on the perimeter or dives hard to the basket. Player 1 passes to Player 3 for lay-up or shot.

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Hip Screen

Player 2 enters with pass to Player 1. Player 2 sets a quick screen for Player 3 who curls hard and Player 3 curls hard and dives to basket. Player 2 then pops back to 3-point line. Player 1 passes to Player 3 cutting or back to Player 2 for the 3-point shot.

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High Ball Screen & Roll

Player 3 sets a flat high ball screen for Player 1. Player 1 comes off screen looking to score and player 3 dives hard to the basket. Player 2 sets up for a deep corner three point shot.

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Horns

Player 2 and Player 3 set high ball screen for Player 1. Player 1 dribbles off screen. opposite screener dives hard to the basket. Strong side screener pops back to the 3-point line.

Same Side Handoff Backdoor

Player 1 enters ball to Player 3 at high post. Player 1 cuts around Player 3 looking for handoff. If it is not there Player 3 squares up and hits Player 1 cutting to the basket.

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Side Ball Screen Corner Three

Player 3 sets side ball screen for player 1. Player 3 relocates to deep corner and player 2 relocates to opposite deep corner.

Screen Rescreen

Player 1 starts with a pass to Player 2. Player 3 sets back screen for Player 1. Player 1 makes hard basket cut and then turns to set back screen for Player 3. Then Player 3 uses screen and dives straight to the basket. Player 2 passes ball to Player 1 or Player 3 for a lay-up.

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Screen Away and Slip

Player 1 passes to Player 3 and sets away screen for Player 2. Player 1 then slips the screen and dives to the basket. Player 3 passes the ball to Player 1 or Player 2.

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Double Ball Screen

Player 3 passes to Player 1 then follows pass and sets screen for Player 1. Player 2 sets a stagger screen for Player 1. Player 1 drives off the stagger screen set by Player 3 and Player 2. Player 3 drives hard to the basket.

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DHO Backscreen Slip

Player 1 passes the ball to Player 2 and follows the pass to get a dribble hand off from Player 2. Player 3 then sets a back screen for Player 2 and slips the screen towards the basket. Player 1 can pass to Player 2 or Player 3.

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1’s for 2’sO F F E N S I V E S T R AT E G Y

Player 1 drives by Defender 1 and makes lay-up. Defender 1 relocates behind three-point line. Defender 2 relocates to deep corner three-point line. Defender 3 rebounds make and clears to Defender 1 or Defender 2 for three point shot.

Lay-Ups or 3’sO F F E N S I V E S T R AT E G Y

Team philosophy is to drive to the rim and shoot lay-ups or kick out for three-point shots. Mid-Range shots are lowest percentage shots and only count 1 point.

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Elbow Pinch ScreenP L AY W H E N C L E A R I N G

Player 1 rebounds the ball and clears with the dribble. Player 3 then sets an away screen at the elbow for Player 2. Player 2 comes off screen making a shallow cut and pops out to 3 point line. Player 1 passes ball to Player 2. Player 2 receives pass and looks to score.

Free Throw Outlet Corner 3P L AY W H E N C L E A R I N G

Player 2 starts on weak side and goes to opposite deep corner. Player 3 or Player 1 rebound and quickly clear ball to Player 2 for three-point shot.

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