15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine

A tight, focused warmup for any level of team that raises heart rate, sharpens shooting touch, and locks in defensive stance right before tip-off.

15 minutes

High school coaches

Ages All ages

1Dynamic Movement & Light Jog

Warm-up · 3m

2Ball Handling Activation

Skill work · 2m

Pound Dribble Series

3Layup Lines

Drill · 3m

Layup Lines w/ Progressions

4Catch & Shoot Reps

Skill work · 4m

5-Spot Catch & Shoot Pull-Up off 1 Dribble

5Defensive Slides & Closeouts

Drill · 2m

Defensive Stance & Slides Closeout & Contain

6Final Free Throws & Huddle

Cooldown · 1m

Frequently asked questions

Who is the 15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine practice plan for?

15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine is built for high school coaches coaching players in All ages, and can be adjusted in length or intensity for other age groups.

How long does the 15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine practice plan take?

15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine runs 15 minutes total across 6 blocks: 1 warm-up, 2 skill works, 2 drills, 1 cooldown.

What drills are included in the 15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine practice plan?

15-Minute Pre-Game Warmup Routine uses: Pound Dribble Series, Layup Lines w/ Progressions, 5-Spot Catch & Shoot, Pull-Up off 1 Dribble, Defensive Stance & Slides, Closeout & Contain. Each links to its full breakdown in the drill library.

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