How to Dribble a Basketball – Handouts
Included are handouts of “Advanced” and “Basic” Ball Handling routines. Coaches, Players, and Parents should feel free to download and print out the how to dribble a basketball handouts as needed. All we ask is that you help us spread the word about the AVCSS Basketball website to others (which could be in the form of sharing links). Other organizations may download and share these handouts with permission from AVCSS Basketball (could be in the form of a simple email), and agree to exchange links to our website.
Handouts
Try our new download publication “Ball Handling Drills for Youth Basketball!
Check out our database of video clips – Example Ball Handling Drill
How to Dribble a Basketball
Coaches Note: Ball handling is a very hard skill for the younger players to develop. Some catch on quickly, some never get the hang of it. The bottom line is that all players must develop good ball handling skills. Whether the player is tall, short, skinny, or heavy – all players must work hard to develop good ball handling skills. It’s great to have a point guard that can handle the ball with ease, but it’s even better to have a team of great ball handlers. There is a myth that post players do not need ball handling skills. Well I say that is nonsense. If a post player wants to succeed in the game of basketball they must develop good ball handling skills. Post players don’t have to be at the point guard level, but they must be able to handle the basketball when needed.
At the younger levels, coaches must practice ball handling drills consistently. Good ball handling skills also helps players gain much needed confidence in their game. Make ball handling a major focus in your practice plans.
