Lane Slides

Setup

Player starts at one edge of the free-throw lane in defensive stance.

Steps

1. 1Slide across the lane, touch the line, slide back.
2. 2Stay low the whole way — don't pop up.
3. 3Hands active, one up one out.
4. 4Go for 30–45 seconds, count touches.

Coaching points

• Push-slide, never cross the feet.
• Chest up, butt down.
• Active hands.

Why kids love it

A simple beat-your-score challenge that builds the defensive habit of staying low.

Variations