Monday, November 1, 2021

Truths About the Ball Plus a Pair of Drills


The basketball is the smartest thing on the court. It finds the best ball handlers, the best rebounders, best shot blockers, and the best scorers. 

Ball don’t lie.” So often after a questionable officiating call, the ball takes matters unto itself and justice is served. 

The ball has energy. When the ball flies around the court, it transfers energy to the team. How does it know? 

“The ball scores.” Defenders who ignore the ball aren't premium defenders. "My guy didn't score." So what? "See both," your assignment and the ball and do not allow the ball to score. 

The ball transfers the magic. Coach John Wooden handed out new basketballs to players departing for the summer. When the ball returned worn, it had shared its wisdom and lessons with its player. 

“It’s my ball.” Dawn Staley brought her ball to the court, which got her more games. more lessons, and ultimately minutes, role, and recognition.  


Don't take the power of the ball for granted. 

Summary:
  • The ball is the smartest thing on the court.
  • "Ball don't lie."
  • The ball has energy. 
  • "The ball scores."
  • "The ball transfers the magic."

Lagniappe. Shuffle 1 v 1. Players need to play one on one. 


Lagniappe 2. 3 vs 2 + 1 



Lagniappe 3. "Special operators."