Thursday, February 10, 2022

Basketball Year Plan

 


 


Basketball Year Plan  

Dear Coaches & Players,

    This 32-week Basketball Training Plan is structured to progressively introduce fundamental skills,         rules, and game concepts. Each weekly session follows a consistent 50-minute format: 

    Warming up     (10 min), 

    Formal Part/Introduction (05 min), 

    Special Part/Demo (20 min), and Recreation Part/Lead-up Activity (15 min).

    The plan systematically builds skills from basic ball handling and         footwork to advanced                 dribbling, passing, and shooting techniques:

  • Weeks 1-4: Focus on foundational elements (stance, grip, basic dribbling, simple passing).

  • Weeks 5-11: Introduce and refine core skills (Chest/Bounce pass, Low/High dribble, Zig-zag dribble).

  • Weeks 12-21: Introduce basic shooting (set shot), advanced dribbling (cross-over, behind the back), and simple game concepts (man-to-man, zone).

  • Weeks 22-32: Focus on game-speed execution (Jump shot, Lay-up), team play (Screening, Fast break), and rules mastery (Fouls, Violations).

  • WeekWarming Up (10 min)Formal Part / Introduction (05 min)Special Part / Demo (20 min)Recreation Part / Lead-up Activity (15 min)
    1Freehand exercisesWhat is Basketball? (Brief history, objective)1. Footwork (Stance, pivots) 2. Handling (catching and grip) the ballBall passing game (Focus on gentle catches)
    2Warming up & fun runningMajor Skills in Basketball (Overview of Dribbling, Passing, Shooting)Rolling the ball (Control and feel)Tunnel ball relay (Teamwork, ball handling)
    3Calisthenics exerciseGeneral Rules and regulation in basketball (Court size, timing)Rotating (wrist and leg) the ball (Warm-up, coordination)Overhead pass relay (Simple passing practice)
    4Warming up: Ball work out (e.g., figure-eights)Court measurement (Key areas: free throw line, three-point line)Dribbling (Basic pound dribble, head up)Dribbling relay race (Speed, control)
    5Manipulating skill exercises (Ball-handling drills)Types of Dribbling and where to do (Low, high, speed)Basic level Passing and catching skill (Chest pass, bounce pass)Hitting the target (Passing accuracy drill)
    6Warming up & obstacle trainingTypes of Shooting and advantages (Layup, set shot, jump shot)Basic level dribbling skill (Change of pace, direction)Ice cream cone relay race (Dribbling around markers)
    7Non-manipulating skill exercises (Body movement without the ball)Types of Passing and purpose (Chest, bounce, overhead)Introduction to the three types of passing skill (Drill breakdown)Ball relay race (Using different passes)
    8Warming up & foot workoutFouls & Violations (Definition and common examples: Travel, Double Dribble)Introduction to the three types of passing skill (Practice with movement)Kangaroo relay race (Jumping/Hopping + simple ball handling)
    9Freehand exercisesTiming rules (Shot clock, game clock, timeouts)High dribble & low dribble (Technique focus)Two-man pass relay (Moving and passing)
    10Continuous running (Endurance focus)What are defenses and offenses (Basic concepts)Low dribble (Protecting the ball, control)Three-man pass relay (Adding complexity, triangle passes)
    11Circuit Training (Cardio, strength stations)What is the meaning of Positions (Guard, Forward, Center roles)Zig-zag dribble (Changing direction rapidly)Zig-zag relay race (Dribbling and agility)
    12Locomotor exercises (Skipping, shuffling, bounding)What is the meaning of Zone defense (Basic 2-3 concept)Shooting – Without jump (Set shot technique, B.E.E.F.)Free play match (Focus on applying rules and basic skills)
    13Dynamic StretchingSimple Offensive principles (Spacing, movement)Cross-over dribbling (Practice with stationary and moving cones)Dribbling knockout (1v1, focus on crossover)
    14Ball-handling DrillsMan-to-Man defense principles (Staying between player and basket)Behind the back dribbling (Coordination and protection)Guard the den (Defensive footwork drill)
    15Shadow Basketball (Mimicking movements)Give and Go (Simple offensive play concept)‘V’ front dribbling (Misdirection and change of pace)Keep-away (Focus on passing and cutting)
    16Conditioning Drills (Shuttle runs)Boxing out (Importance in rebounding)Low & high (2 balls) dribbling (Advanced coordination)2-ball dribbling race (Control with both hands)
    17Partner resistance exercisesScreening (Definition and types)Screen and Roll (Basic 2-player offense)Screen and roll practice (Half-court set)
    18Core Strength ExercisesTriple Threat Position (Catching the ball ready to pass, shoot, or dribble)Five-men pass (Half-court passing drill)Passing Star drill (Movement and passing)
    19Agility exercises (Ladder drills)What is a jump ball and where it can be used (Start of game, tie-up)Jump ball practice (Tossing technique, timing)Jump ball contest (Practice reacting)
    20Reaction DrillsPerimeter Play (Roles of guards and wings)Between the leg dribbling (Advanced ball control)Dribbling challenge course (Incorporating all dribbles)
    21Defensive Slides (Footwork)Post Play (Basic moves for centers/forwards)Post entry passing (Passing to a post player)Post-up practice (1v1 in the paint)
    22Stretching (Focus on legs and shoulders)What is the meaning of man to man defense (Principles and assignments)Shooting – Jump shot (Incorporating the jump, landing balance)Jump shot competition (From various spots)
    23Rotation and bending exercisesPoints system (2-point, 3-point, free throw)Screening & blocking out (Technique and execution)Play the match in Zone (Focus on defensive movement)
    24Game-Speed DrillsFast Break principles (Outlet pass, lanes, numbers advantage)Triple threat position (Practice moves: jab step, pass fake)Triple Threat Tag (Reacting to a defender)
    25Interval training exercisesWhat is a restricted area? (Definition, charging foul rule)Fast break & receiving the ball (Outlet passing, transition)3 on 2 Fast break drill (Transition offense/defense)
    26Simple Strengthening exercises (Squats, push-ups)What is no charging area? (Clarification of restricted area)Man to man practice (Defensive positioning and closeouts)One on one match (Focus on defensive intensity)
    27Coordination exercisesWhat is Goal-tending? (Rule, penalty)Lay-up shot (Footwork and finish on both sides)Lay-up shot competition (Speed and accuracy)
    28Simple Fartlek (Varied speed running)What is free throw & how to stand? (Technique and ritual)Free throw practice (Focus on consistency)Free throw competition (Pressure practice)
    29Weight training exercises (Light, form focus)Umpires signals? (Common hand signals for fouls/violations)Three-point practice (Form and range extension)Three-point basket competition (Advanced shooting)
    30Different types of running (Backpedal, side shuffle)How to start the match? (Jump ball procedure)Jump ball practice (Drilling technique and reaction)Three-man match (Small-sided game for ball movement)
    31Plyometric exercises (Box jumps, bounding)What is post-up (player)? (Using size close to the basket)Post player work out (Drop step, hook shot)Half-court match (Structured offense/defense)
    32Review/Full-court drillsWhat is a team workout? (Collective goal setting, specialized training)Teamwork plan-A (Implementing a basic offensive set)Full Court Scrimmage (Applying all skills in a game)

         - S.Senthilnathan.