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The Chair Game

The Chair Game drill diagram 1

Drill at a glance

Ages
8+
Players
8 to 12
Minutes
8-12
Equipment
1 ball, 2 chairs
Skills
Passing, finding open teammates

Why it works: Passing the ball the length of the court to a target teaches vision and teamwork without dribbling.

Set-up. Two equal team with a chair under each of the baskets. Jump Ball Start and no dribbling is allowed.

The Game - Teams try to pass the ball up the court to one of their teammate who is sitting in the chair. Switch Goalies.

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