Outlet Pass Under Pressure
Rebounder grabs a tossed ball while a defender closes out, then must pivot and find the outlet man before the defender recovers to contest. Trains quick decision-making off the defensive glass with contact nearby.
Coaching focus: Passing & Cutting
Passing drills build accuracy, timing, and footwork on the catch. The best passing work is done on the move, since that's how the ball actually gets delivered in a game.
Frequently asked questions
Rebounder grabs a tossed ball while a defender closes out, then must pivot and find the outlet man before the defender recovers to contest. Trains quick decision-making off the defensive glass with contact nearby. Run it for about 8 minutes with ball and partner.
Outlet Pass Under Pressure 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 Outlet Pass Under Pressure 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, partner.
Coaching Outlet Pass Under Pressure?
Swap notes with coaches running this drill in the free community, or build Outlet Pass Under Pressure into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it in the app.
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