Top Basketball Defensive Drills & Workouts for Youth Players
Defense wins games. While scoring points often gets the spotlight, strong basketball defense is what sets elite players—and teams—apart. At Pro Skills Basketball (PSB), we teach
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Defense wins games. While scoring points often gets the spotlight, strong basketball defense is what sets elite players—and teams—apart. At Pro Skills Basketball (PSB), we teach
Developing strength, power, and durability is crucial for youth basketball players. Whether you’re a middle school beginner or a high school athlete preparing for varsity competition,
When the final school bell rings and summer break begins, many student-athletes see it as a time to relax—and while rest is important, the summer is
🔵 1. Ball Handling & Change of Tempo (10 mins) Modeled After: Brunson, Haliburton, SGACrafty hesitations, deceptive rhythm, functional control under pressure Intermediate: “Walk-Run-Hesi” Drill: Alternate
In the world of basketball, it’s easy to get swept up in the hype—rankings, mixtapes, and early success can dominate conversations. But behind the glitz and
Man-to-Man Defense is the most commonly used defensive strategy in the history of basketball. A team playing man-to-man defense means that each player on that team
The 2025 NBA Draft order is set after the recent Draft Lottery and we’re sharing workouts to help you play like the top four prospects –
Theme: “Survive and Advance.” Each drill = one playoff round. Inspired by players and systems from the top 8 teams. Includes Intermediate and Advanced versions. 🔵
Last week, April 17th-27th, I had the amazing opportunity to travel to Benin City, Nigeria for a basketball mission trip with Access 2 Success Foundation (A2S),
Let’s face it—losing is tough. Whether it’s a close game that slipped away or a long season with more losses than wins, defeat stings. But here’s
The 2025 WNBA Draft wasn’t just another night of pro hoop dreams realized. It was a reminder that the journey from rec league to the professional
AAU basketball shoe circuits have become a major piece of grassroots high school basketball, serving as pathways for the country’s top amateur talent to gain
In the ever-evolving landscape of youth sports, the ability to positively influence young athletes’ development extends far beyond coaching skills and game strategies. At Pro Skills
The impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) on college basketball has been massive, creating an environment of roster instability, transfer movement, and skyrocketing player earnings.
Pro Skills Basketball (PSB) is excited to announce our upcoming Club Team Tryouts across more than 30 cities in the United States! Whether you’re a returning
How to Set Realistic S.M.A.R.T. Basketball Goals to Achieve Your Dreams “A dream without a plan is just a wish.” At Pro Skills Basketball, we regularly
The Unfortunate Problems with AAU Basketball By Brendan Winters — PSB Co-Founder & Former Pro Player Before diving into the real issues with AAU basketball, let’s
How Basketball Teaches Kids Unity By Logan Kosmalski, Co-Founder of Pro Skills Basketball and Former Professional Player As part of our ongoing series on the PSB