Spin Move

Skill drill

Change direction with a spin while protecting the ball.

6 min any Half court · dual
Ball-handlingFootworkU12U14
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OffenseDefenseBall / cone Move Pass
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Setup

Cones spread out; players dribble toward one.

Steps

  1. 1Dribble at the cone, plant the outside foot.
  2. 2Spin, pulling the ball tight to your body.
  3. 3Come out of the spin and accelerate.
  4. 4Finish with a spin into a layup.

Coaching points

  • Keep the ball glued to your hip on the spin.
  • Stay low, don't stand up.
  • Explode out of it.

Why kids love it

Getting past a defender with a spin feels like magic — kids beg to try it.

Variations

Easier

Walk through the footwork with no dribble first.