Backdoor Cut

Skill drill

Beat an over-playing defender with a backdoor cut to the rim.

6 min with a passer Half court · dual
PassingTeamworkU12U14
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Setup

A passer at the top, a cutter on the wing.

Steps

  1. 1Cutter takes their defender high, as if coming to get the ball.
  2. 2When the defender over-plays, cut hard backdoor to the rim.
  3. 3Passer hits them with a bounce pass.
  4. 4Finish the layup.

Coaching points

  • Sell the first move up.
  • Change speed to explode backdoor.
  • Bounce pass to the hand away from the defender.

Why kids love it

A smart, unselfish play that punishes aggressive defenders — kids feel clever pulling it off.

Variations

Easier

No defender — just time the cut and pass.