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GuardPlay is a training program for intermediate and advanced level players serious about learning the skills and techniques of effective guard play at the high school and college level.   These sessions are limited to no more than 6 athletes and are 90 minutes in duration.  This is NOT a program for beginners.

The GuardPlay program will provide training on technniques to use when closely guarded (with or without the ball).  It will breakdown the mechanics of the jumpshot and how to get your shot off quickly when closely guarded...shooting off the dribble and coming off the screen.  Other areas to be addressed include: hunting the paint...attacking the basket...purposeful dribbling...engaging multiple defenders...moves and counter-moves...first-step explosion...and creating space.  Offensive and defensive concepts will be examined and taught.

Format:

This program is conducted in weekly 90 minute training sessions that progress from fundamental to advanced concepts as the athletes become proficient in demonstrating these skills.  Or, it may be offered in a longer 3 hour single-day clinic format.

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