Dribbling between your legs in basketball is a useful move to protect the ball and change directions quickly. Here’s how to do it effectively:
1. Get into a Low Stance: Start by bending your knees and lowering your hips. This helps you stay balanced and ready to move in any direction.
2. Hold the Ball Properly: Keep your dribbling hand relaxed and ready. Your fingers should spread out, with your fingertips touching the ball, and your wrist firm but not stiff. Your non-dribbling hand should be up to protect the ball.
3. Start Dribbling: Begin dribbling with one hand (usually the right or left) while maintaining a low posture. Keep your body between the defender and the ball to avoid getting it stolen.
4. Prepare to Cross Over: As you dribble, get your body and the ball ready to move between your legs. Shift your weight to the opposite side of the hand you’re dribbling with.
5. Dribble Between Your Legs: As the ball bounces, quickly push it between your legs using the dribbling hand. Your other hand should be ready to pick up the ball as it crosses your body.
6. Catch the Ball with the Other Hand: After the ball passes between your legs, quickly bring your non-dribbling hand down to meet it on the other side. You should catch the ball with your opposite hand.
7. Repeat or Continue the Play: Once you’ve completed the between-the-legs dribble, you can either repeat the move or continue your offensive play, depending on the situation.
Tips for Improvement:
– Practice with both hands. Being able to dribble between your legs with either hand will make you more versatile.
– Keep your head up. Don’t focus on the ball while dribbling; instead, keep your vision on the defense and the court.
– Start slowly and increase speed as you become more comfortable with the movement.
– Practice in front of a mirror or with a coach to improve your technique and form.
Mastering this move will make you harder to defend and help you protect the ball while navigating the court.
