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In this video we look at the spin dribble. Like the v-dribble, the spin dribble is a way to move the ball from one hand to the other. However, unlike the v-dribble, the spin dribble includes a change of direction and protects the ball from your defender – all at the same time. The spin dribble is a complex dribbling move so we will approach it slowly beginning with smaller spins and work our way up to a full spin.
In summary:
- use elbow or corner court markings to help you achieve the full movement
- start with one quarter and half turn spins before trying the complete spin
- get comfortable throwing your shoulders and spinning into the ball
- begin with a low dribble using the hand on the outside of the corner
- as you push the ball down throw your shoulders toward the ball and drop your back foot back and around the corner
- receive the ball in your trailing hand with your hand on the side of the ball
- push the ball around the spin with your hand on the side of the ball
- don’t let your hand fall below the midline of the ball
- use the centrifugal force of your spin keep the ball in your hand
- point your lead foot as you spin and step your following foot into place as you begin a new low dribble.
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