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Tubby Smith's rules for ball-line defense

Last update: November 25, 2008 - 8:11 PM

 

1. Apply constant ball pressure.

2. Contest every shot.

3. Retreat quickly to the ball line.

4. Do not allow penetrating passes or dribble penetration.

5. Allow non-penetrating passes, ones that do not move the ball closer to the basket.

6. Always see the ball and your man.

7. Attempt to intercept all lobs and bounce passes.

8. Jump to the ball on every pass.

9. Communicate (talk -- use verbals)

10. Make all players DOC (dead on the catch).

MYRON P. MEDCALF

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