Fun Youth Basketball Freeze Drill

Use this fun basketball drill to teach proper defensive positioning without fouling.

1. Group players in pairs of near-equal ability.
Place two pairs of players at both ends of the court. If
you have additional goals available on the sides of the
floor, drop them down and use them as well.

2. Pairs are to start at the top of the key on each goal with
the offensive player possessing the ball.

3. On the whistle, the offensive player tries to score. The
defensive player tries to prevent this by keeping himself
positioned between the player and the goal.

4. On the next whistle, all players freeze.

5. Scoring in the game does not come from scoring baskets, but instead from the following criteria: on each “freeze” whistle, if the defender is not between the player they are guarding and the basket, the
offensive player gets a point, and vice versa.

6. The first player in each pair to reach three points wins.

7. That pair then switches roles.

Teaching Tip:

“Freeze” players often throughout the drill, but do allow for competition and quick movement. Call out those who are not giving 100% or who may be crossing their feet over rather than moving side-to-side while defending.

Variation:

• For older players, baskets that are scored can be counted. Have them play to five or higher.

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