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Warm-up · Passing
The Name Game
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A circle passing warm-up for team bonding: the whole group stands in a circle sharing one ball, and each player calls out their own name before passing to a teammate. Once everyone has had a turn, flip the rule so the passer calls out the receiver's name instead of their own, reinforcing eye contact and communication. Add a second ball once players have it down to keep everyone engaged. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling · Conditioning
Mascot Tag
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A team-based reaction and speed-dribble game: two teams line up facing each other at mid-court, each named after a 'fastest team' mascot of the coach's choosing. The coach tells a story, and the moment a team's chosen name is mentioned, that team turns and dribbles for the nearest sideline while the other team chases and tries to tag them before they reach safety. Points go to whichever side wins the race — reaching the line safely or tagging the runner first. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling · Conditioning
Team Tag
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A two-team dribble tag game inside the three-point line: one team is 'it' and works together to tag as many opposing dribblers as possible within a set time, while tagged players must do five jumping jacks before rejoining. Track each team's tag count, then swap roles and challenge the new tagging team to beat the previous score. Encourages players to scan for open space and change direction to avoid getting tagged. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling · Conditioning
Sharks & Minnows
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A dribble-and-evade classic: 'minnows' line up on one goal line and try to dribble to the far line without the coach (the 'shark,' stationed in the middle) knocking their ball away. Any minnow who loses their ball becomes a shark and helps tag the rest on the next wave, continuing until everyone has been converted. Builds change-of-pace and change-of-direction dribbling under pressure. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling
Globetrotters
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A circle dribbling drill. Set one cone per player in a large circle and give everyone a ball. Players dribble around the circle and, on the coach's call, all switch to the same move at once — right-hand pound dribbles, low or high dribbles, figure eights, crossovers, or non-dominant-hand dribbling. Optionally assign a bonus action (like jumping jacks) to perform at each cone. Even as moves get harder, keep reinforcing proper form: small, low dribbles controlled with the fingertips. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling
Ducktails
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A dribbling tag game. Every player dribbles a ball with a flag-football-style penny tucked into their waistband like a tail, inside the three-point line. On go, everyone dribbles around trying to pull as many other players' tails as they can while protecting their own; losing your tail doesn't put you out, you just keep dribbling and try to grab more. Whoever is holding the most tails when time is called wins the round. Since beginners tend to watch the ball, remind them to keep their head up and eyes forward while dribbling. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Shooting
Spelling Bee
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A shooting relay for groups of three or four, lined up about 10 feet from the basket (use a lowered hoop if needed). Pick an age-appropriate word before starting. The first player in each line shoots, gets their own rebound, then dribbles back and passes to the next teammate in line. Every time a player on a team makes a shot, the group shouts out the next letter of their word — first team to spell it out wins the round. Coaches should keep an eye on shooting form since players get excited about the spelling: balanced feet, eyes on the rim, elbow in, full follow-through with a wrist snap. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Shooting · Conditioning
Tunnel Ball
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A two-team relay combining shooting and dribbling, set up about 10 feet from a (lowered, if needed) basket. One team ('tunnelers') sits on the ground facing away from the baseline with legs spread to form a tunnel; the other team ('shooters') lines up at the cone. On go, shooters take turns shooting, rebounding their own shot, and passing to the next teammate, scoring a point per make, while at the same time the tunnelers roll a ball down their human tunnel — once it reaches the end, that player sprint-dribbles to the front and the tunnel resets. Shooting stops once every tunneler has had a turn at the front; then teams switch roles and try to beat their score. Watch shooting form (balanced feet, eyes on rim, elbow in, full follow-through) since the tunnel action nearby is distracting. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling
Gates Dribbling
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A self-paced dribbling drill. Set up roughly twice as many cone 'gates' as you have players, scattered across a half court. Everyone dribbles their own ball and tries to pass through as many gates as possible in one minute, changing direction quickly after each gate to find the next one. Have players count and try to beat their own total in the next round. Cue players to keep dribbles low and controlled, and heads up so they can spot the next gate rather than watching the ball. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Passing · Conditioning
The Floor Is Lava
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A partner passing game played on a half court scattered with cones ('islands') about five feet apart. Pairs share a ball and can only pass and catch while standing on an island — no dribbling allowed, since the floor is lava. After passing, a player must run to a new open island before they can receive the next pass. Play short, timed rounds and have pairs try to beat their own pass count each round. Reinforces two-handed passing form: step toward the target and follow through with both arms. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Passing
Hit The Cone
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A small-sided scrimmage with no hoops. Mark a rectangular playing area with a cone standing at each end and split players into two teams of three to five. Instead of shooting at a basket, the offense scores by using the ball to knock over the opposing team's cone; a defensive stop turns the ball over and that team attacks the other cone. Play short, timed rounds and keep score. Without a hoop to shoot at, the game naturally shifts the focus onto ball movement and finding the open teammate, since more passing makes it easier to get a clean look at the cone. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling · Conditioning
Red Light, Green Light
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A classic reaction game adapted for dribbling. Everyone starts at a baseline with a ball. On 'green light' players speed dribble forward; on 'yellow light' they slow down; on 'red light' they jump-stop and bring the ball into triple-threat position at the waist. Once players reach the far line they turn around and keep going. After a round or two, add a wildcard color tied to a bonus action (e.g., jumping jacks with the ball) to keep it fresh. Reinforces fingertip control and keeping the ball low. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Ball Handling · Conditioning
Sleeping Giant
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A dribbling and speed-control game. Players line up on the baseline, each with a ball; cones ('treasure') are scattered near half court where the coach stands as the 'sleeping giant' with their back turned. On go, players dribble toward the treasure; whenever the giant turns around, everyone must jump-stop and freeze — anyone caught still moving goes back to the baseline. Once a player grabs a piece of treasure, the giant wakes up and chases everyone back to the baseline, trying to tag them. First player to bank three pieces of treasure wins. Remind players that in a real game, standing still without dribbling is a travel. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).
Conditioning
Hungry Hungry Caterpillar
Video by MOJO (yougotmojo)
A cooperative relay for teams of three to five. Each team lines up facing the same direction and balances a basketball between their chest and the back of the teammate in front of them, forming a 'caterpillar.' On go, the team shuffles forward together toward a checkpoint; if anyone uses their hands or a ball drops, the whole team returns to the last checkpoint they reached. First team to cross the finish line wins. Because one player speeding up or slowing down breaks the chain, it's really a communication and coordination exercise more than a skill drill. This drill comes from MOJO (yougotmojo).