Mikan Drill Footwork
Alternating layups under the rim using the near foot to jump on each side, focusing purely on the inside-hand-outside-foot footwork pattern before adding speed. Classic big-man conditioning for finishing footwork.
Coaching focus: Footwork & Agility
Footwork is the foundation under every other skill — pivots, jump stops, and change-of-direction work should be drilled on their own before they're asked to hold up inside a live move.
Frequently asked questions
Mikan Drill Footwork 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.
Run Mikan Drill Footwork for about 8 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
You'll need: ball, hoop.
Build this into a full practice plan
Drag Mikan Drill Footwork into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it — free to start.
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