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Retreat Dribble

Basketball drill explained with court animation.

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How it works

Retreat Dribble: 1 starts at the left slot with the ball, a defender in front. 1 attacks toward the elbow until the defender cuts him off.

  1. 1 starts at the left slot with the ball, a defender in front.
  2. 1 attacks toward the elbow until the defender cuts him off.
  3. Two quick retreat dribbles back, body between the defender and the ball.
  4. Change direction and attack the other way to the rim.

Coaching tips

Keep your eyes up and the ball on your back hip during the retreat. Retreat creates space, it is not a reset.

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