5v5 Controlled Scrimmage

Live 5v5 scrimmage with a clear team focus set by the coach. Use the drill to apply offensive concepts, defensive rules, transition habits, or special constraints in a game-like setting.

Instructions

1. - Set the focus before the segment, such as spacing, ball movement, transition defense, defensive communication, or shot selection
2. - Play live 5v5 with normal game rules
3. - Stop briefly to correct the focus point, then restart quickly

Coaching Points

• Reinforce the focus point after each stoppage

Variations

• Add a scoring rule tied to the practice focus, such as 1 bonus point for a paint touch, extra pass, stop, or offensive rebound
• Play with a shot clock or time constraint
• Require a specific offensive or defensive concept before a shot counts
• Start each possession from a specific situation, such as sideline out-of-bounds, baseline out-of-bounds, or free throw

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