A players training regimen usually includes several things. Time for strength and conditioning? Usually. Shooting drills? Definitely. Ball-Handling? Too much.
How often do players independently work on defense? During the offseason, working on agility and lower body stability is one thing, but how about defensive mechanics? How about studying defensive film to pick up tips?
We have begun the conversation #BecomingALockDownDefender on our social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter) and we’d like you to join us!
? Next Level defensive tip of the day
* Do NOT look at the ball on defense. Focus on chest, waist, etc. #BecomingALockDownDefender ?
— NextLevel Basketball (@NextBball) March 8, 2017
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Currently in our player development programs in Hollywood, Florida, we devote defense to a part of our monthly rotation of skills. But you don’t have to do basketball training in South Florida to be a part of building with us.