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Elite Ball Control Workout

Trainer Hunter Rhodes · 5 min workout · 15s clip

Level 2 · Novice basketball driveway solono hoop needed

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Master quick, rhythmic between-the-legs dribbles to enhance ball control and develop shifty handles with high intensity.

The drill

Between-the-Legs Dribble

5 min · 20 reps

3 V dribbles → Dribble the ball between the legs, alternating left and right legs with quick, controlled bounces.

Transcript
1 2 between 1 2 between 1 2 between Good, Z. Tough. There you Good.

Is this drill for you?

For novice ballhandlers (Level 2) who want a 5-minute between-the-legs rhythm burner - three V-dribbles into quick alternating BTL reps.

Trains: ball-handling · rhythm · hand-eye coordination

Variations: Alternate lead leg each rep.

In a game: Quick 1-2-between rhythm is the base cadence for shifting a defender off the bounce.

← Easier: High and Low Dribbles · Harder: BTL Jab Counter Options →

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