Around The Cones Transition

Source: The Game Based Training System With Nate Sanderson

Being able to convert in transition is a must for good teams. This drill allows you to create various game-like situations to work on converting (and defending) in transition.

Diagrams

Diagram 1 - Progression 1: 2v1

Diagram 2 - Progression 2: 2 v 1 + Trail D

Diagram 3 - Progression 3: 2 v 1 + Trail D Pass

Setup

• Place 3 cones even with the top of the key. 1 cone is at the top of the key. The others are even with the wing spot.
• Have 3 even lines on the baseline. A player in an outside line starts with the ball.

Progression 1: 2v1

• Play is live when 1 starts dribbling.
• All 3 players sprint around the cone in front of them (1 dribbles).

(Diagram 1)

• After circling the cones, it’s live 2v1 against x1.

Progression 2: 2 v 1 + Trail D

• Add a second defensive line (x2).
• The cone that the 2nd defensive player sprints around is positioned closer to ½ court.

(Diagram 2)

Progression 3: 2 v 1 + Trail D Pass

• This variation involves a coach who passes to one of the offensive players after the circle the cone.

(Diagram 3)

• This simulates attack after catching a pass in transition

Coaching Tips

• The dribbler must dribble with their inside hand. This makes the pass less likely to get deflected.
• The offense gets 1 shot and 1 pass. This simulates the fact that the transition opportunities evaporate quickly in 5v5 action.
• The defender should get back to the front of the rim. Their job is to not give up a layup.
• Encourage the defender to stunt at the dribbler to try and create in decision.
• The dribbler should attack until the defender gets between them and the rim. That’s their cue to pass.

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