John Calipari: Developing the Dribble Drive Skill Set

with John Calipari,
University of Kentucky Head Coach;
2X Naismith National Coach of the Year (1996, 2008);
Third Winningest Active NCAA Coach (.761 winning percentage);
One of five coaches in NCAA Division I history to take two different schools to the No. 1 ranking

The effectiveness of the Dribble Drive Offense comes directly from the skill level of each player. Coach Calipari dissects this popular offense by presenting 22 skills for all players.

He demonstrates dribble drive post and perimeter skills in drills and competitive situations on the floor. Calipari's teaching is detailed as he dispels the myth that the dribble drive is a loose, free-for-all style of play.

Learn how posts can receive the basketball in scoring areas by relocating on penetration and reacting to the defense. Refine your post player's skills of catching, keeping the ball high, and finishing strong. You will strengthen your perimeter play by perfecting lay ups, driving jump shots, pitch backs and corner shots. Triple your team's effectiveness in the dribble drive by committing to each of these skills year round.

60 minutes. 2009.