Teams who are looking to create havoc and make their opponents uncomfortable will utilize traps often while other may use them seldom. No matter when you look to use a trap you'll be glad to know when, where and who to trap.

Further Discussion:

Do your players know when you want to trap? Do you have a call? Is it written in your scouting report? Have you practiced sitatuations where a trap and steal are crucial to winning?

Each of these questions should be looked ad planned for as you prepare your team to unleash the 2-2-1 full-court defense.

Additional Resources:

CMD - Full-Court Press Notes

In my Full-Court Press Notes you'll find questions and scenarios to help you better identify exactly who, when and where to trap your opponents.

Coach Nolan Richardason's Trapping Concepts

1. Once the ball is trapped the other three defenders are in zone situations.

2. Once the ball is trapped three areas must be covered: basket, sideline, middle.

3. Teach players how to read the situation and react accodrinly, works better than establishing rules.

4. Once the ball leaves a trap: continue to guard the basket, never leave it open, find a man to guard.

Keys To Trapping

Introduction

Coverages

Trapping

Drills

Additional Adjustments