Triple Threat & Drive

Setup

Player catches at the wing in triple threat (ball protected, knees bent).

Steps

1. 1Catch in triple threat — ready to shoot, pass or drive.
2. 2Jab step to read the defense.
3. 3Push off and drive hard to the rim.
4. 4Finish with a layup, then reset.

Coaching points

• Ball protected near the hip.
• First step long and low, past the front foot.
• Eyes up on the drive.

Why kids love it

Kids feel powerful attacking the basket, and the jab step is a move they can use right away.

Variations