Short-Deep
Alternating tips and deep balls teach players to sprint forward and turn to run back.
Quick look
8 minutes 3–12 playersIntermediateChoose up to three drills, then let the builder complete and time your practice.
What players are learning
Learn to sprint forward for short balls and turn and run for deep ones.
Set it up
- A passer starts at mid-court.
- The coach stands at the net with a ball cart.
Run the drill
- The coach alternates a short tip in front and a deep ball behind.
- The passer plays both to the target.
- Run 12 reps, then rotate players.
What to say
- Forward is a sprint.
- Turn and run, never backpedal.
- Get your feet stopped before contact.
How to score it
12 reps, count how many reach the target.
Make it harder
- Coach disguises the toss until the last moment.