Learning targets · Body · attack and defence
Box out
Finding your opponent, making contact and keeping them behind you for the rebound.
Cue
Find, hit, get.
Why
Winning rebounds is more will and position than height. It is also the start of every transition.
When can they do it?
| Layer 1Control | Finds the opponent on every shot and makes contact. |
| Layer 2Shape your own | Keeps the opponent away and grabs the ball with two hands. |
| Layer 3Shape others | Boxes out and gives the outlet pass at once. |
What to watch
- Find first, then turn
- Hips low against the opponent
What often goes wrong
Watching the ball and forgetting the opponent.
Activities that train it
How it connects
Needs first Legal contact
Part of Rebounding
Goes with Land softly