Guard Overload

The guards in a 2-3 must be relentless. They are essentially responsible for guarding 3 or 4 offensive players, with a little help from the backline. Thus, they must be confident in their rotations and move on the flight of the pass. This drills builds those habits.

Diagrams

Diagram 1 - Setup

Diagram 2 - Setup

Setup

• The offensive team has 4 players on the court. They are positioned at the point, on the wings, and at the high post.
• X1 and x2 are positioned at the guard positions in the 2-3 zone.
• Player 1 has a ball.

(Diagram 1)

(Diagram 2)

Instructions

• The offensive players pass the ball among themselves.
• Offensive players cannot move, dribble or shoot.
• The defender’s rotate, being sure to deter the high post pass at all times.

Coaching Tips

• Stress moving on the flight of the pass.
• Defenders must be in a stance at all times.
• Defenders should read the eyes and shoulders of the passer.
• Remind defenders to play with their hands up to make passes harder.

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