Rebounding

Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out

On a shot, defenders must first locate their assigned attacker, make physical contact to hit them, and only then turn to go get the ball. Teaches the correct box-out sequence instead of ball-watching.

Duration

10 min

Intensity

Moderate

Ages

Ages 10–12, Ages 13–15, Ages 16+

Equipment

ball, hoop

Coaching focus: Rebounding

Rebounding is won with positioning and effort before jumping ability — teach the box-out first, then the pursuit of the ball, then the outlet. All three, every rep.

Frequently asked questions

What age group is the Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out drill for?

Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out works well for players in Ages 10–12, Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.

How long should the Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out run?

Run Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out for about 10 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 Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out?

You'll need: ball, hoop.

Build this into a full practice plan

Drag Find, Hit, and Go Box-Out into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it — free to start.

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Related rebounding drills

Partner Box-Out Drill

Two players start front-to-back; on a tossed ball off the backboard, the boxing-out player pivots into contact and holds position with a wide base before pursuing the rebound. Fundamental contact-and-hold box-out technique.

Rebound and Outlet Pass

Player secures a rebound with two hands at the highest point, chins the ball, pivots away from pressure, and fires a quick outlet pass to a partner sprinting the sideline. Connects the rebound to transition offense.

Chin It Rebounding Drill

Coach tosses the ball off the rim; player must catch at the peak with two hands, immediately chin it under the chin, and land in a wide stable base before making a move. Eliminates loose, low rebounds that get stripped.