Drill

Instructions

1. 1Have a defender apply live, chest-high pressure the entire possession.
2. 2Use your off arm to shield the ball and keep it on the hip away from the defender.
3. 3Change direction the instant pressure closes the gap, not after it arrives.
4. 4Count live turnovers and re-run the set until turnovers drop.

What to focus on

Shielding the ball with the body before the defender can reach it.

Recommended reps

6 x 40 seconds vs. a defender

Common mistake

Handling the ball out in front of the body where it is exposed to a poke.