5-Out Motion (Pass, Cut, Replace)

Scrimmage/finisher

Teach spacing and constant movement with one simple rule: pass, cut to the basket, then replace the open spot.

12 min 5+ (10 to go live) Half court · dual
TeamworkPassingU12U14
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OffenseDefenseBall / cone Move Pass
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Setup

Five players spaced around the three-point arc — two corners, two wings, one up top. Nobody stands in the middle.

Steps

  1. 1Pass to a teammate.
  2. 2Cut hard to the basket, looking for a return pass (give-and-go).
  3. 3If you don't get it, clear out to an open spot.
  4. 4The nearest player replaces the spot you left — always stay 5-out.
  5. 5Repeat: pass, cut, replace, over and over.

Coaching points

  • Keep big gaps — space the floor.
  • Cut with purpose every single time you pass.
  • Fill the open spot so the team is always balanced.
  • Move the ball side to side, don't hold it.

Why kids love it

It looks and feels like real team basketball, and the simple 'pass-cut-replace' rule gives even young teams organised, unselfish offence.

Variations

Easier

Walk through it with no defence until the pattern is automatic.

Harder

Add defenders and play live, or require 5 passes before a shot counts.