Screen Navigation (Over/Under)
Defender chases a cutter through a series of stationary screens, practicing fighting over the top on a shooter and ducking under on a non-shooting threat. Trains the read of which technique fits the screener's opposite man.
Coaching focus: Individual Defense
Individual defense is built on stance, footwork, and effort before scheme. Drill the fundamentals — stance, slides, closeouts — until they hold up at full speed and under fatigue.
Frequently asked questions
Defender chases a cutter through a series of stationary screens, practicing fighting over the top on a shooter and ducking under on a non-shooting threat. Trains the read of which technique fits the screener's opposite man. Run it for about 10 minutes with ball and partner and cone.
Screen Navigation (Over/Under) works well for players in Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
Run Screen Navigation (Over/Under) for about 10 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
You'll need: ball, partner, cone.
Coaching Screen Navigation (Over/Under)?
Swap notes with coaches running this drill in the free community, or build Screen Navigation (Over/Under) into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it in the app.
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