What balance of spontaneous versus scripted offense creates the best scoring chances? There's no universal answer and it depends on a team's skill, IQ, and ability to generate early offense. If you can't create shots, lean into scripted action.
This variation of reverse action created a high quality chance for Melrose.
Stoneham moved the ball well against the Melrose zone, scoring on high-low action.
Defense. Does the opponent have a player or action to take away? Do you have a game plan against that? One player hit three open threes in the first half, keying a seven point halftime edge.
Offense. To pass and stand guarantees a lack of points and a fresh defense. "Movement kills defense."
Rebounding. Players got in trouble from poor pivoting after rebounds leading to held balls.
Special situations. Avoid violations by initiating the play when the passer receives the ball from the official, not on slapping the ball. Practically every game both teams run America's Play.
Everyone has their own version to set up a corner 3 for the inbounder.
Comeback game. Create the tempo necessary with personnel suited for a comeback game. Many coaches choose a specific comeback team.
Dos and Don'ts. Saving the ball under your own basket often creates an easy basket for your opponent. Don't. In a close game, every possession matters. We coached a girl years ago who always seemed to make the right play. She's a third year at Annapolis, still making great choices.
Lagniappe: Fisher "two-ball shooting" (adjust distance for age)
