The Defense section will help improve your game when you do not have possession of the ball. Jump to the Ball The aim is to improve defensive positioning. Start with 2 offensive players at the top of the key, one either side and 2 more offensive players in the wing positions. Defenders start by the […]
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Improve your ball control with our 8 Basketball Ball Handling Drills. Each drill has a video demonstration, organisational instructions, and coaching points. Control your Moves The aim is to improve control and handling, dribbling. The player starts by dribbling forward 3 to 5 bounces. On the last bounce, the player stops, catches the ball in
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Basketball passing drills and practices aim to develop passing accuracy, technique, and awareness. The basic passes including chest pass, behind the back pass and side pass, are covered with small games to put them into practice. Chest Pass The aim is to improve the chest pass technique. This is the simplest, and most used pass
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This section aims to provide simple basketball drills and coaching that will teach players of all ages and abilities how to play basketball and develop game specific techniques. Simply click any of the links below for explanations, information and coaching videos. Left to right shooting drill The aim is to improve the set and jump
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Opposition fans on your back, begging for you to miss. The goalkeeper seemingly doubled in siz from the last time you looked at him. The goal appearing to shrink smaller and smaller by the second. You’re 12 yards away with one opponent in front of you. All you have to do is put the ball
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The aim of pre-season training is to slowly build fitness levels and gain match practice. By the time you play the first game of season you should have played at least 5 friendlies, but overplaying before the season starts has to be taken into consideration. Some form of weights work would be advantageous but a
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A confident player will always perform better than a player low on confidence. One of the most important elements in delivering a successful soccer performance is the player’s level of self-confidence. There are many characteristics which reflect a player’s confidence and this can be observed during training and games through their overall application, body language
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International Javelin Coach Tim Newenham explains the basics of Javelin throwing technique for beginners as well as the more advanced aspects of technique for experienced throwers. He explains the basics such as grip and how to do a standing throw through to drills for building up an effective run-up. He explains the common errors throwers
Pole Vault coach Beth Harris explains how to choose the right pole for you. This will depend on your bodyweight, strength and technical ability. There are also specific rules for pole vault competitions to avoid injury. Initially when learning to vault you need to learn on a straight, stiff pole to make sure you can
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The basics of technique, common pole vaulitng errors that beginners and more advanced vaulters alike make including take off refusal problems. We also look at the elements of a pole vault training program as well as how to choose the right equipment. Pole Vault technique Beth Harris Level 4 Pole Vault Coach explains the perfect
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