Beat the Clock

Scrimmage/finisher

Hit a team make-total before the clock runs out.

10 min whole team Half court · dual
ShootingTeamworkU10U12U14
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Setup

Whole team at a hoop with a target (e.g. 20 makes in 3 minutes).

Steps

  1. 1Players rotate through a spot, each shooting and rebounding.
  2. 2Every make counts toward the team total.
  3. 3Everyone rebounds and keeps the balls moving.
  4. 4Beat the target as a team — then try to beat it again.

Coaching points

  • Rebound fast, keep the balls alive.
  • Quality shots, not rushed heaves.
  • Encourage each other to the target.

Why kids love it

A shared goal against the clock makes the whole team pull together — a great way to end practice.

Variations

Easier

Lower the target or shoot from close range.