Between-the-leg pass

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The Between-the-leg pass is very spectacular. Today not often seen as often as it can be a pass behind the back. since there are times that it is expected to be a change of hand.

It is essential that the players are familiar with this kind of pass as soon as possible. Before step to the basket large tod@s l@s player/ace should know and master.

Objectives for teaching

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  1. Locate the target.
  2. Maintain a balanced stance.
  3. Master the change beneath the legs.
  4. Pass the ball under your leg with a single pot.

Most common errors

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  1. Do not locate the target
  2. Lose your balance
  3. You do not master the change beneath the legs. In that case, it is convenient to teach it in advance.
  4. Do not pass the ball under the leg, or is attached to the leg or lack momentum.

Fundamental to master the change beneath the legs before you start the Between-the-leg pass.

Cedric Arregui Guivarch
Entrenador Nacional de Baloncesto (CES 2014)



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