Fundamental Basketball Program

Program Objective

  • Build strong basic skills.
  • Develop coordination and confidence.
  • Introduce teamwork and game understanding.

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Session Structure

Warm-Up

Light jogging (full/half court)
Dynamic stretching (arms, legs, hips) Basic coordination drills (skipping, defensive slides)

Ball Handling

Focus: Control and confidence with the ball
Stationary dribbling (right & left hand)
Low dribble / high dribble
Crossover basics
Dribble while walking → progressing to jogging

Passing

Focus: Accuracy and teamwork
Chest pass
Bounce pass
Overhead pass
Partner passing drills
Moving pass (pass and follow)

Shooting Fundamentals

Focus: Proper technique
Form shooting (close to basket)
One-hand shooting technique
Set shots (no jumping at first)
Layups (right & left side)

Defense Basics

Focus: Positioning and effort
Defensive stance (low, active hands)
Slide drills (no crossing feet)
Close-out drills (approach shooter with control)
Goal: Stay low, move quickly, stay in front

Game Application

1v1 (controlled)
2v2 or 3v3 small-sided games
Basic spacing and movement
Goal: Apply skills in real play

Key Coaching Emphasis

  • Keep it fun and engaging
  • Repetition with correct form
  • Encourage effort, not perfection
  • Build confidence first, competition later

Progression Goals

  • Dribble confidently against defenders
  • Shoot with consistency from mid-range
  • Understand spacing and movement
  • Play effective 1-on-1 and team defense
  • Make correct in-game decisions

Weekly Focus Plan

Day 1

Ball Handling + Shooting

Day 2

Passing + Defense

Day3

Combination Drills + Small Games

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Experience :

  • University of St. La Salle
  1. 2003 – 2006 Primary
  2. 2006 – 2010 Secondary
  3. 2010 – 2018 University
  • 2018 – 2019 Jam sports academy, UAE
  • 2019 – 2020 Green Sports Club
  • 2020 – present PATRIOTS A2Z SPORTS ACADEMY, UAE

 

Training & Qualification :

  • NBTC coaches convention – (2024)