Basketball Dribbling Drill - Team Dribble Tag

Team Dribble Tag is a fun basketball dribbling drill that works primarily on a basketball player's dribbling skills, but will also improve speed, quickness and awareness on the dribble as well. 

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Setup

Depending on the number of players available, use an area proper for the team's skills.  The younger the player, the bigger the area.  You'll need alot of basketballs for this basketball dribbling drill. 

Instructions

Place all the players in the predetermined area with a basketball.  Designate one player as "it".  Players are to avoid being tagged.  When tagged by the "it" player the two switch.  There are a few very good variations to the drill below.

Variations

1. You can play continuously where the tagger switches or you can decalre a winner where when tagged the player is out of the game.
2. For older basketball players, have the players dribble two basketballs.
3.  Divide into teams and have one tagger on each team.

Coaching Points

Focus on good dribbling skills.  Player must keep their heads up and be aware of not only the "it" player, but all others on the court.  Recognizing space and accelerating to escape with the dribble.  Do not be out of control.

Soccer Drill Titled: Basketball Dribbling Drill - Team Dribble Tag
Tagged: basketball dribbling drills, team dribble tag, youth basketball drills
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