Basketball
Offense
Post Moves — Drop Step & Hook
Basketball drill for offense training sessions
Post players develop their low-post arsenal with drop step and hook shot progressions.
What This Drill Improves
This basketball drill is best for intermediate players who need focused work on offense. It works well with 6 players and can be adjusted by changing the space, pressure, or scoring rules.
Setup
Post player on the block. Feeder at elbow. Passive defender behind.
Instructions
- Feeder enters ball to the post.
- Post feels the defender's position with their back.
- Drop step baseline: pivot, power step, finish.
- Hook shot: seal, pivot, hook over the top. 5 reps each side.
Coaching Points
✓ Two hands catch — wide base to absorb contact.
✓ Drop step foot is a wide, decisive step.
✓ Hook arm stays extended all the way to the basket.
Common Mistakes to Watch For
- Players losing focus on the main coaching point.
- The drill area being too large or too small for the group.
- Progressing the drill before the basic pattern is clean.
Progressions: Make It Harder
→ Active defender.
→ Post creates their own shot.
→ Combo: drop step then kick out if denied.
Regressions: Make It Easier
Start without defenders, then add pressure once the movement pattern is clear.
Allow extra touches until players understand the timing.
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