Loose Ball 1-on-1

Two players compete for a rolled ball and play it out โ€” rewards hustle and toughness.

๐Ÿ€ Basketball๐Ÿ“ถ Intermediateโฑ 6 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 2+ players๐ŸŽ’ 1 ballDefenseFun Games

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Setup

Two players in the corner or at the free-throw line, coach with the ball.

How it works

  1. 1Coach rolls the ball out.
  2. 2Both players sprint to secure it.
  3. 3Whoever gets it attacks the basket; the other defends.
  4. 4Play to one score, then rotate.

Coaching points

  • โœ”Get low and secure with two hands.
  • โœ”Teach safe diving โ€” protect your head.

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