Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs
Stationary figure-eight dribble around and through both legs at a steady rhythm, speeding up only once the pattern stays clean.
Ball Handling
- Duration
- 8 min
- Intensity
- Light
- Ages
- Ages 7–9, Ages 10–12
- Equipment
- ball
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Coaching focus: Ball Handling
Ball-handling work develops control at increasing speed and pressure — stationary control first, then movement, then live reads against a defender. Both hands, every time.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
- How do you run the Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs drill?
- Stationary figure-eight dribble around and through both legs at a steady rhythm, speeding up only once the pattern stays clean. Run it for about 8 minutes with ball.
- What age group is the Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs drill for?
- Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs works well for players in Ages 7–9, Ages 10–12, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
- How long should the Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs run?
- Run Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs for about 8 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
- What equipment do I need for Figure-8 Weave Through the Legs?
- You'll need: ball.
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