Shuffle & Sprint Reaction

Warm-up

Warm up defensive movement and reacting to a signal.

5 min any Half court · dual
FootworkDefenseU10U12U14
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Setup

Players spread out in defensive stance, facing the coach.

Steps

  1. 1Slide the direction the coach points.
  2. 2On a fist, sprint forward two steps then break down.
  3. 3On a whistle, backpedal.
  4. 4React fast — stay low the whole time.

Coaching points

  • Low stance, chest up.
  • Push-slide, don't cross the feet.
  • Explode on the signal.

Why kids love it

Turns a defensive warm-up into a reaction game that keeps everyone alert.

Variations

Harder

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