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3vs3 Shell Drill

Defensive assignments in 3vs3, depending on ball position.

U10–U18+ · Level 1–3 · 6+ players · Length: standard · Video 2:29 min

Goal

Defensive assignments in 3vs3, depending on ball position.

Setup

One cone at the top of the key, the other two cones on the extension of the free throw line. Each cone is staffed with an offensive player and a defender.

Execution

The player at the top of the key has the ball and passes to any teammate. The 3 offensive players pass the ball around freely. The defenders must call out their defensive position and adjust their position based on ball movement.

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Variations

3vs3 Shell Drill with Finish

The player at the top of the key has the ball and passes to any teammate. The 3 offensive players pass the ball freely back and forth. The defenders must call out their defensive position and adjust their position based on ball movement. After 5 passes, the offensive team is allowed to attempt a shot.

3vs3 Shell Drill with Cut & Fill

The player at top of the key has the ball and passes to any teammate. The 3 offensive players pass the ball freely back and forth. Defenders must call out their defensive position and adjust their position based on ball movement. Now the offensive player without the ball can cut from top of the key to the basket. This forces defenders to maintain higher awareness on defense.

3vs3 Shell Drill Different Positions

The player at the top of the key has the ball and passes to any teammate. The 3 offensive players pass the ball freely. The defenders must call out their defensive position and adjust their position based on ball movement. The offensive players can play Cut&Fill. The cones change position, the 3v3 shifts to both ends of the court.

Development goals

Defensive Rotation (main goal) · On-Ball Defense · Off-Ball Defense · Closeout · In-Game Communication

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