Ball Scramble

Players start in a confined area. Each player has a ball.

Instructions

On command, everyone drops ball and runs to half court or bleachers, etc. and returns. While the players are running, coach removes one ball. Player without ball is out. With fewer players, start to reduce area.

Variations

  • Remove more than one ball. Player without ball, goes for a jump ball.

Tips

  • Encourage going after the ball. Hustle. Reward winner by sitting out next round or X number of sprints, etc.
  • Time – 5-10 minutes

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Reaction to Loose Ball

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