Does this happen to your players?
The opposing teams best shooter gets open shots…
…Their best penetrator easily blows by your defender on the closeout
If so, keep reading…
We all know that closeouts are a huge part of your defensive system. And, also one of the hardest things to get your players to do effectively…
…Especially if you don’t have a detailed system—complete with teaching points—to emphasize on a daily basis in practice.
I know it was one thing I struggled with when coaching…
…And it’s something that, even at the NBA level, is consistently worked on. It’s that important.
But if your players can consistently do these 6 things it will significantly elevate your team’s “Closeout Game”.
The 6 Components to killer closeout
- 1) Know who you are guarding
- 2) Inside hand only
- 3) Closeout
- 4) Contain
- 5) Contest or “Dead” on pick up
- 6) The most effective place is to kill the dribble.
Join us in at our Coaches Academy in Jacksonville and learn the details we use with each one of these teaching points.
…And also, learn the one surprising technique Tom Thibodeau teaches when closing out on great shooters
Remember, our Coaches Academy is only for you if you’re looking to:
- Get an edge on the competition
- Run more effective and efficient practices
- Instill “Competitive Greatness” in your team
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