3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan

A full practice built for coaches who only have 3-6 players show up, maximizing touches and competitive reps without needing a full 10-man roster.

75 minutes
Coaches with small rosters
Ages 13-15
1Dynamic Warmup
Warm-up · 8m
2Partner Passing & Finishing
Skill work · 10m
31-on-1 Wing Reps
Drill · 12m
4Closeout & Contain Work
Drill · 10m
5Give-and-Go / Backdoor Reads
Skill work · 10m
63-on-3 Half-Court Games
Scrimmage · 20m
7Free Throws Under Fatigue
Cooldown · 5m

Frequently asked questions

Who is the 3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan practice plan for?

3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan is built for coaches with small rosters coaching players in 13-15, and can be adjusted in length or intensity for other age groups.

How long does the 3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan practice plan take?

3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan runs 75 minutes total across 7 blocks: 1 warm-up, 2 skill works, 2 drills, 1 scrimmage, 1 cooldown.

What drills are included in the 3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan practice plan?

3-on-3 Small Roster Practice Plan uses: Defensive Stance & Slides, Partner Chest & Bounce, Mikan Drill, 1-on-1 from the Wing, Closeout & Contain, Give-and-Go Read, Backdoor Cut Read, Pick & Roll Reads, Perfect Practice FTs. Each links to its full breakdown in the drill library.

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