Full-Court Cone Dribble Circuit

Four lines work from the corners in a continuous full-court circuit. Players attack each cone with a variety of change-of-direction moves before passing ahead for a give-and-go and rotating to the next line.

Instructions

1. Place four lines in the corners
2. Place cone zigzags on the dribbling lanes shown in the diagram.
3. The first player dribbles to the first cone at speed.
4. At each cone, use a change-of-direction move to attack the next cone. Vary the moves throughout the drill.
5. After the final cone, pass ahead to the next line for a give-and-go

Coaching Points

• Attack the cone like a live defender
• Change speed after each move accelerating toward the next cone
• Keep eyes up through the cone route (Have the player in the receiving line show numbers with one hand. The dribbler calls the numbers out while dribbling)
• Stay low and protect the ball when changing direction

Variations

• Use a variety of moves: crossover, between-the-legs, behind-the-back, spin, retreat, hesitation, and inside-out
• Add a retreat dribble or back-up dribble at each cone to simulate defender pressure, such as during an aggressive pick-and-roll coverage

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