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SKILL GUIDE · PRACTICE IDEAS

Dribbling
in basketball

Move with control, keep a view of the court and know when to stop.

  1. 01

    Control before speed.

    Practise with a comfortable stance and your eyes up. Work with each hand; then add movement and a change of direction. The goal is to keep the ball available for the next decision, not simply to bounce it as quickly as possible.

  2. 02

    Try a partner cue.

    An original practice variation: one player dribbles while a partner holds up a number. Say the number without stopping the dribble. Switch hands, then roles. If control disappears, slow down before making the task harder.

  3. 03

    Know why you are dribbling.

    Use a dribble to advance, create an angle or get away from pressure. Watch whether it improves the next pass or shot. Dribbling without a purpose can allow defenders to settle.