Defensive Drill – Shell Drill

Keys to success: The key is to ensure all of your players understand the defensive philosophies and positioning in this drill – On the ball (force baseline, do not allow middle penetration); One pass away (deny pass); Two passes away (help side positioning). Be sure defensive players are communicating with each other at all times (“DENY”, “BALL, and “HELP”).

Elapsed Time: Run the drill using the following three options: Offense cannot dribble or shoot (three minutes); Offense can dribble but cannot shoot (three minutes); Offense can dribble and shoot but only lay-ups or three pointers (three minutes).