Rebound By Numbers

Rebounding out of the zone is a common concern. To do so effectively, defenders must identify their box out as soon as the shot goes up. This drill helps work on that skill.

Diagrams

Diagram 1 - Setup

Diagram 2 - Instructions

Diagram 3 - Coaching Tips

Setup

• The drill starts with 5 offensive players and 2 defensive players.
• The defensive players are positioned in the paint.
• Offensive players are positioned beyond the 3 point line and are number 1-5. The coach starts with the ball.

(Diagram 1)

Instructions

• The drill starts with the coach shooting the ball. As they shoot, the coach will call out two numbers.

(Diagram 2)

• The two players whose numbers are called go to rebound (4 & 1 in this diagram). X1 & x2 must find and box out those players. Play through the rebound.
• If you have fewer players, you can make the adjust the drill. In this diagram, you see it done with 3 offensive players & 1 defender.

Coaching Tips

• Stress communication. The defenders must talk to make sure they aren’t boxing out the same player.
• You can play the drill through the rebound or play it live until someone scores.

(Diagram 3)

• To make the drill harder, allow the offense to move before the coach shoots.

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