I was fortunate enough the last two weeks in July, to coach at two prominent basketball camps in the DC area. Both camps were equally jam-packed with hundreds of kids, awesome fundamental drills, solid coaching and plenty of competitive game-play. I'm sure by the end of each session someone's child discovered new-found basketball potential.
In my world, I stand around 6 foot on a good day and have been this same height since I was 11. Naturally, I got my start learning all the typical big man low-post moves: jump-hooks, drop- steps, up and under, boxing out, rebounding, shot blocking, sealing-your-man, quick jumping, etc...
Although there are many useful drills that will help players improve their ball handling skills. No ball handling drill will simulate game situations more and reinforce dribbling confidence; than playing against tough competition!
As I watched the NBA finals come to a close, I can remember only one key point about the season: Kobe Bryant is the best player in the world! I'm sure he will take some time-off during the off-season to get his index fingered repaired, rest his tired legs, and relax with friends and family. Despite his much earned time-off, you can be assured one thing will occur this off-season; there will be times scheduled for Kobe to PUT IN THE WORK! Simply put, he will increase his physical conditioning, develop a new jump shot (is this even possible??), improve lateral movement and review defensive schemes.
