Rebounding: no-ground team shooting & rebounding drill

This is a team shooting drill that combines catch-and-shoot three-point shooting, rebounding, and communication. Players must complete a sequence of made three-pointers from five perimeter spots while ensuring the ball never touches the ground during the entire drill. Setup Groups of 3–6 players per basket. Use one ball for three players or two balls if there are four to six players. Players rotate through five perimeter shooting spots: Corner Wing Top of the key Opposite wing Opposite corner Non-shooting players position themselves around the paint and perimeter to rebound and pass the ball back out. How the Drill Works A shooter begins at the first spot (corner) and receives a pass for a catch-and-shoot three-pointer. After the shot is taken, teammates must rebound the ball before it hits the ground. The rebounder immediately passes the ball back out to the next shooter without allowing the ball to bounce. The next shooter attempts a catch-and-shoot three from the next spot in the sequence. The ball cannot touch the ground at any time, including: after a missed shot, after a made shot, during passes between players. Each player must make one three-pointer from each of the five spots. If the ball touches the ground at any point, the shooter or shooters responsible must restart their five-shot sequence from the beginning. The drill continues until every player in the group successfully makes one shot from all five spots. Key Training Focus Catch-and-shoot three-point shooting Offensive and defensive rebounding awareness Communication among teammates Tracking the flight of the basketball Quick passing and ball movement Anticipating rebounds from different shot locations Game Translation This drill helps players develop a better understanding of how the ball rebounds off the rim after perimeter shots. In games where teams shoot a high number of three-pointers, rebounding often depends on recognizing the ball’s flight and reacting quickly. The drill also reinforces the importance of communication when multiple players are pursuing the same rebound. Coaching Emphasis Players must communicate clearly when pursuing rebounds. Emphasize locating the ball early as it leaves the shooter’s hands. Encourage players to stay active and on their toes, ready to react to long rebounds. Rebounders should make quick outlet passes back to shooters. Stress that the ball cannot hit the ground at any point during the drill. Recommended Usage This drill works well as: a team shooting warm-up a practice-ending competition a rebounding and communication drill It is effective for players of all positions and skill levels and is especially useful for teams that struggle with rebounding or communication. Equipment Basketballs (1–2 per group depending on player count)