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Tight Crossover

Trainer Trae Jones · 5 min workout · 3s clip

Level 2 · Novice basketball indoor solono hoop needed

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Master tight crossovers with intense, quick dribbling to enhance ball control and develop a shifty handle.

The drill

TIGHT CROSSOVERS

5 min · 70 reps

Maintain a low, wide stance → execute rapid, tight crossovers, quick dribbles.

Is this drill for you?

For novice ballhandlers (Level 2) shrinking the crossover - rapid tight crosses in a low wide stance.

Trains: ball-handling · rhythm · balance

Variations: Keep the ball below the knees.

In a game: A tight cross never leaves your frame - it is the version that survives a reach-in.

5 minutes; indoor space.

← Easier: Pound+Crossover

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