In this lesson, we will look at where and how to trap the ball handler. It is crucial to have every player on the same page when it comes to trapping the right person at the right time.

Further Discussion:

Rule for when to pull the press off and just play your half-court defense:

Once the opponent is comforable and in scoring range or has set up an offense the press is over and your half-court principles apply.

This should be done with a call by every player on the court so no one player is still thinking press and trap.

Additional Resources:

You'll find these trapping drills and others in the Ultimate Guide To The 2-2-1 Full-Court Press Defense ebook on pages 19.

Where And How To Trap

Introduction

Coverages

Trapping

Drills

Additional Adjustments