Reverse and Spin dribble

A reverse or spin dribble is used when the ball is used when the ballhandler is overplayed by the defender. By using a reverse dribble the ball handler can change direction fast while the ball is being protected by the body.

Performing of the reverse or spin dribble

• To the left dribble with lefthand, to the right with the right hand
• the ball handler turns his back to the defender, remember that the ball remains well protected.
• the ball handler then only takes the ball into the other hand and dribbles with it.
• Think of keeping an overview on the defender and on the field.

Teaching the reverse or spin dribble

• First dribble first at one place on the court; defensive dribble, a foot in the direction of the sidelines.
• Look over the left shoulder and pick up the ball on the other hand and look over the other shoulder.
• The right foot is moved slightly during the takeover.
• Practice using pylons or poles
• Practice against a passive defender who becomes increasingly active