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How to get the best basketball handles
5 Things You Need To Know To Be a Great Ball Handler
By Jeff Haefner
You can be an extremely effective ball handler by knowing and practicing 5 things. Most players and coaches make
things too complicated. But dribbling effectively is simple. You don't need lots of moves. You just need EFFECTIVE moves.
Here's all you need to know to be effective at any level.
1 - You need to develop a feel for the basketball.
Developing a feel for the ball consists of drills that are stationary and slow moving. You will improve your hand-eye coordination, hand quickness, ambidexterity, throwing, catching and other important aspects of ball handling.
These drills consists of the Maravich series, one-ball dribbling, one-ball dribbling through cones, two-ball dribbling, two-ball dribbling through cones, tennis ball dribbling, and the Steve Nash passing series.
These drills are also great to put at the beginning of your warm up as a stepping stone to more intense drills.
A huge mistake that many players and coaches make is that they spend too much time on this. While it is important, especially for beginners, limit yourself to 5 to 6 minutes of each practice. The reasoning is that you can get very good at these drills, but you neglect the components below, you won't have the ability to handle game situations. If you can dribble 3 basketballs while juggling 5 tennis balls at the same time, it looks cool and it is a neat circus trick that is great for marketing, but it is a circus trick. It is not going to make you a better basketball player. The majority of your ball handling should be functional which means that they simulate game-like situations. Can you get down the court in 3 to 4 dribbles with either hand? Can you stop on a dime? Can you change speed and change directions like Chris Paul?
If you are able to dribble 3 balls and juggle 5 tennis balls at the same time, I would say that your hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and hand quickness are extremely good and you probably don't need to focus on them any more. You probably should spend more time on shooting, footwork, athleticism, and functional ball handling.
2 - You must be able to dribble the ball down the court at any speed (all the way from walking up to sprinting) with both hands with your head up.
Pretty simple but important, right? You can simply dribble up and down the court at different speeds.
3 - You must be able to change your pace.
It's good to incorporate change of pace in your dribbling drills.
Chris Paul is the
expert at changing speeds (pace). That allows him to get the defender off balance.
Practice changing the pace from walking, slow, medium, fast, and full speed. You can change the pace from slow to fast, medium to full speed, and any
other combinations you can imagine.
4 - You must be able to dribble while moving backwards.
So now instead of going forward, you need to be able to back out of traffic and so on. That's where the
back up dribble comes into play.
Simply, get in a position where you are protecting the ball and shuffle forwards and backwards up and down the court.
Next, you can practice running forward at a faster speed, come to hockey stop, and shuffle a couple of steps backwards.
Mix it up so you can handle any situation.
5 - You must have a primary dribble move and a counter dribble move.
If you perfect a go-to move that's very difficult to stop, good defenders will adjust to stop it. That's when you add your counter move to completely
keep the defender guessing.
I prefer the cross over as the primary move and the inside out as the counter move. You might use the hesitation move and the crossover.
That's it! Perfect those five things and when it comes to dribbling, you'll have the dribbling ability to handle almost any situation. Should you also
practice other things for ball handling? Sure. Now do you need apply the technical skills to competitive drills to handle game situations like transition, ball screens, handling traps, etc.? Yes. Do you need to improve your athleticism to make you a better player in every aspect of your game? Yes. But I'm telling you, that these are five extremely effective methods to give you the technical skill to handle any situation.
You can use the back up dribble all the time -- you use it when approaching a trap, when approaching defensive traffic, when getting cut off in the lane, when breaking the press, when breaking a player down one on one, etc.
You can then incorporate the cross over in lots of situations. If you advance the ball and get cut off you can back up dribble and then cross over to break down your man and blow by him. You can cross over to change directions and bring the ball to the other side of the court. You can cross over to the passing angle to your teammate. You can cross over to split a ball screen. You can cross over on the fast break to get by the defender. You can cross over to eventually set up your counter move (the inside out). So next time instead of crossing over, fake out the defender by giving the inside out move and then blow by the defender.
You still need to practice a lot, but I think this will simplify your life greatly by focusing on a few really effective dribbling techniques instead of
trying to practice all kinds of moves and techniques that don't really help. The techniques above are the the most effective dribbling moves that I know.
How To Become A Great Ball Handler
If you'd like to become a great ball handler, check out the Progressive Ball Handling & Footwork Workouts App.
It provides a step-by-step process with professionally designed videos and workouts. It has over 200 drills and 24 levels of workouts.
What do you think? Please leave your thoughts and comments below.
Basketball Dribbling and Ball Handling Video Clips, Fundamentals, Drills, and Tips
Most coaches use dribbling and ball handling interchangeably. Though they are linked, the 2 skills are definitely separate.
Dribbling and controlling the ball is a skill that can be practiced alone and is separate from the other ball skills on the court. Ball handling, however, involves knowledge of the game and integrates dribbling, passing and decision-making.
Practicing and improving your dribbling is a simple task. There are innumerable dribbling drills that are in use today that are challenging and effective. The set of drills that have come to be known as "Maravich Drills," (after the late ball-handling wizard Pete Maravich) are widely known. They include drills such as passing the ball around your body, dribble figure 8s, spider dribbling, drop and catch.
Practicing and improving your ball handling requires imagination, as you have to put yourself in game situations.
One of our favorite series of ballhandling drills that helps develop better ballhandlers is the Maravich series! Watch it below.
9 Tips To Improve Your Dribbling & Ball Handling
Here are 9 tips from pro coach Don Kelbick.
Dribble the ball hard. The more time the ball spends in your hand, the more control you have of the ball. The harder you dribble, the quicker it gets back in your hand.
Head up at all times. Look at the rim or a spot on the wall during all practice.
Use your finger tips to control the ball, not your palm.
Use your imagination. Picture when and how you would use each of the dribbles.
Teach mentality. There is too much dribbling for no reason in our game today. I like to teach that the primary purpose for putting the ball on the floor is to get a lay-up. If you don't have an opportunity, don't put it on the floor.
Basketball is a game of length. Work on lengthening the dribble. Work to get your opportunities with 1 dribble. You don't beat defenses with your dribble. You beat people with your feet; you SEPARATE from your defense with the dribble.
Basketball is also a game of angles. Try to move in straight lines. Whenever you make an "East-West" move (something that takes you toward the sideline), re-capture a "North-South" path (direct line to the basket) as quickly as possible.
Don't do things in 2 dribbles that you can do in 1.
Practice outside your comfort zone. Experiment; go faster than you are used to, use your imagination. When working on new skills, don't be concerned with losing the ball. Just pick it up and do it again. If you practice only things that are comfortable, then you will never improve.
More Ball Handling Tips and Articles
Executing The Basketball Pick and Roll
The Importance of the Back Up Dribble and How It Reduces Turnovers Against Pressure
A Secret to Chris Paul's Success - Change of Pace
Handling Ball Screens Like Steve Nash
Chris Paul Hesitation Move & The Importance of Counter Moves [VIDEO]
Other Blog Posts About Ball Handling
Dribbling Practice
"Maravich Drills" are very good at getting players comfortable with the ball. Below are some examples.
Dribble Figure 8's - Spread legs about shoulder width. Dribble the ball through and around legs in a figure 8. Can be done multiple ways - front to back, back to front, low dribbles (as many dribbles as possible with dribble about shoe height), as few dribbles as possible (high dribble about waist high), can even be done walking. For even more of a challenge, try the drill with one hand instead of two.
Spider Dribble - Feet spread about shoulder width. Dribble the ball between your legs in the following manner - left hand, right hand in front of your legs; left hand, right hand behind your legs. Work to as fast a possible.
Drop and Catch - Hold ball between your legs with right hand in front of your body, left hand behind. Drop the ball and exchange you hand position and re-catch the ball before it hits the ground.
These are just examples. There are too many of these drills to list here. Pete Maravich devised these drills out of his imagination, his need for challenge and his drive to improve. You do not need to be bound by other people's drills; challenge yourself to come up with your own drills.
Dribbling Warm Ups
I prefer to practice skills in combinations that are relevant to multiple aspects of the game. It saves time and instills a great sense of urgency.. It
saves time and has a great sense of urgency. One of the ways I do this is to add dribbling into my stretching exercises.
Hamstring Stretch - While dribbling with your right hand, cross right leg over left. Bend at the waist, touch the floor with your left
hand and bring your dribble down to shoe top level. Hold for an 8 count. Reverse position and switch hands.
Lower Body and Achilles Stretch - Dribble waist high while standing up. Step as far forward with your right leg as you can, keeping
your back straight and your left heel on the ground. At the same time bring your dribble forward of your right foot, keeping the ball at
shoe-top height. Hold for an 8 count and then stand up. Switch legs and dribble hand.
Crossover - Same as above except, step forward with left leg. As foot goes to the floor, switch hands, right to left, keeping
dribble shoe top height. Cross back when standing up.
Through Legs - Same as above except instead of crossing over, put ball through legs at shoe top height.
Multiple Through Legs - Same as above except put ball through legs 3 times (left, right, left) on quick, successive dribbles
shoe top height.
Torso Twist - Spread legs outside of shoulder width, dribble with right hand. Keeping legs straight, bring ball across body to
left side, outside left foot and dribble at shoe top height behind left foot.
These are just samples. You can develop a dribble stretch for any part of the body.
Two Ball Dribbling Drills & Videos:
I think the most effective way to improve your dribble, however, is by using 2 balls. Any dribble or drill you can do with 1 ball, you can do with 2.
Stationary practice at first will build confidence. Stand on the baseline and try to control both balls. Then start to move. Go half court, then full court. Follow
the lines around the court or in any route you can come up with.
To see more DRILLS & VIDEOS Click Here.
The difference between dribbling and ball handling is intent. Dribbling is the skill of controlling the ball as you bounce it to the floor. Ball handling (at least 1 aspect of ball handling) is what you do with that dribble.
Whether you use it to go to the basket, make a passing angle, escape from pressure or anything else, those situations have to be imagined and practiced.
Here are some situational drills:
Full Court Lay-ups - Start on the baseline. Dribble full court with right hand in 5 dribbles and make a lay-up, come back with left hand. Then reduce the number of dribbles to 4 and then to 3.
Chair Changes - Place a chair about 21 feet from the basket. It can be on top, on the wing, or in the corner. Start about 8-10 feet beyond the chair. Dribble straight at the chair. At the chair, use a change of direction dribble (crossover, inside out, behind back, etc) to go beyond the chair and make a lay-up. Try to get to the point where you only need one dribble to get to the lay-up. Practice all the changes.
Two up - Two back - Set a chair such as in the drill above. Take 2 hard dribbles at the chair. When reaching the chair, take 2 backup dribbles. After the second dribble, push ahead into 1 dribble lay-up or pull-up jumpshot.
Dropstep Dribble - (works on footwork and ballhanding)
Chair Curl - This is another great multi use drill. It combines shooting, ball handling and speed and high intensity change in direction.
Chair Curl Phase 2 (With 2 Chairs)
Two Ball Dribbling Drills & Moves - Excellent way to improve one on one moves.
Basketball Pick and Roll Drills
Shooting drills can also be adapted to work on ball handling aspects by adding changes of direction and pivoting to create 1 and 2 dribble opportunities for either jumpers or lay-ups.
Once you have developed a feel for the ball, it's very important that you practice your ball handling in competitive, game-like situations with defenders present. In the DVD 30 Competitive Skill Development Drills, you will find 12 drills that are specific to improving your ball handling skills in game-like situations.
More Dribbling and Ball Handling Drills
Coaches, go here for more Dribbling & Ball Handling Drills
Players, go here for more Dribbling & Ball Handling Drills
Recommended Training Resources:
Youth Ball Handling & Workout App - Over 200 ball handling and footwork drills. 24 Different Levels.
SKLZ Court Vision dribble goggles will help you develop better ball control and improved awareness of the whole court. They force players to handle the ball with their head up to survey the court...(more info)
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We have compiled a small rating of ballpoint pens that are optimal in terms of price and quality. It includes the most popular models of eminent manufacturers, writing with traditional ballpoint paste, gel and oil ink.
We tried to objectively evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each model, and it's up to you to decide which pen is better for you or your child to write!
Rating of the best writing pens
There are a lot of objective criteria for choosing the best writing ballpoint pen, and they can be both objective (convenience of design, line quality, durability) and subjective, that is, based on personal preferences.
Therefore, in our rating, only the most popular ballpoint pen companies with worldwide names are mentioned. It is possible that in each country there are local manufacturers that produce products with no worse qualities than those of world brands.
Bic
Leading our impromptu TOP of comfortable writing pens is the immortal Crystal, owned by the transnational corporation Bic.
Bic Cristal pens were created in 1950 by French engineer and entrepreneur Marcel Bic. In fact, these are the first mass-produced ballpoint pens. More than 70 years have passed, and Crystal remain unchanged - the design is very successful!
The original Cristal is available in a transparent case, which allows you to visually control the consumption of ink. The color of the cap and plug is identical to the color of the ink. The pen is very cheap, but it writes excellently, and the rod is enough to draw a line 3 km long. There are holes on the cap. Pens are produced with different diameters of tungsten balls and, accordingly, line thickness.
Another successful development of the company is the Orange Grip. The case of this model is transparent, but with a pleasant orange tint. It has a rubber grip for comfortable writing.
Berlingo
The undoubted hit of this manufacturer is the Berlingo Skyline handle. This slim writing pen is suitable for both an office worker and a primary school student. The 0.7mm diameter nib guarantees fine lines and is suitable for any style of writing. Proprietary patented Smart Ink technology uses reduced viscosity ink to produce a perfectly smooth line, but even at this consistency the ink does not bleed.
The Berlingo Metallic Pro pen is disposable, refills cannot be changed. But the very stylish design combined with the three colors in metallic shade, the discreet price and hassle-free writing make up for this shortcoming.
The ColorZone automatic pen captivates with its well-thought-out geometry and a variety of colors for the barrels. There is a convenient clip for fastening, push-button feed of the rod works seamlessly.
ErichKrause
Among the most famous brands of ballpoint pens, one cannot fail to mention the glorious name of ErichKrause. Its products are known all over the world.
The iconic R-301 Stick is the epitome of the brand. It comes in four colors (cap and plug match) in a durable transparent hexagonal housing for easy ink control. The model is very successful, but there are problems with the assembly.
According to statistics, at least 300 people in the world die every year from asphyxia caused by swallowing pen caps. Therefore, eminent manufacturers are trying to provide caps with holes that provide air flow.
The same company produces cool pens for children under the ErgolineKids brand. They involve writing a very thin line of 0.35 mm and downright velvet writing, which contributes to the development of good handwriting. Bright design, ergonomic rubberized grip with notches for fingers, uncompromising strength, lack of a cap (push-button refill) and, accordingly, a much higher price.
ProEcoPen
Check out the unusual ProEcoPen writing ballpoint pens. The manufacturer (by the way, Russian) rightfully calls them eco-pens. The company's products are made from recycled products: old juice and milk bags, the remains of toothbrushes and other products made from artificial polymers.
Despite the "secondary" origin, ProEcoPen ballpoint pens have a very decent performance. The case is rounded, quite ergonomic, but for a younger student it is a bit thick. Smooth writing is ensured by the oil system from Pilot - only the cases are made from the secondary, which, by the way, gives them a rather interesting texture.
Beifa
This is the product of a Chinese brand that produces the widest range of stationery. The manufacturer from the Middle Kingdom is certified, which provides a fairly high quality bar.
Perhaps the most popular pen of this brand is the simple and cheap Beifa 927. It is very light and comfortable to grip, the grip area has anti-slip ribs. The line thickness is 0.35 mm, the writing unit is of good quality.
The evolution of the basic model is the more presentable Beifa AA 960A, designed specifically for office workers. And if you need even thinner and more elegant lines, you should choose Nanoslick New TA 3176-BL, which writes with oil-based inks.
Pens of this brand have an optimal ratio of price and quality, but the characteristics of Chinese plastic sometimes cause criticism. He's fragile enough. For an office worker, this moment is not particularly important, but for a student it is better to choose something more durable.
Brauberg
The focus of this brand is ballpoint pens in the middle price segment. Most models are ballpoint pens with automatic push-button refills and superior oil-based inks. All models are distinguished by excellent ergonomics and impeccable writing quality.
The bright and stylish Brauberg Super stands out among the best designs. The rod is interchangeable, with a standard tip that provides a perfect line with a thickness of 0.35 mm. The grip area is rubberized with perforations, there is a convenient clip and an elegant chrome-plated tip.
Among the more presentable models stands out the incredibly stylish Orient, packed in an original perforated case. She writes with a needle tip and patented oil-based ink.
Parents of schoolchildren are recommended to pay attention to a series of curly pens of the most bizarre designs: "Tools", "Cars", "Flowers and Fairies", "Dogs" and so on.
Centrum
Perhaps the most popular development of the transnational concern Centrum is the affordable and reliable PIONEER: a transparent plastic case, a cap and tip in the color of the ink, a fairly long and soft glide.
If you need something more comfortable and presentable, you can pay attention to the OPAL line. These are already comfortable automatic grips of an ergonomic configuration with a streamlined rubberized grip, quite stylish and, at the same time, inexpensive.
Now Centrum produces a wide range of not only traditional but also gel pens in a variety of colors. Among them, the undoubted leader is the inexpensive, but very high quality Plasma. For the more discerning consumer, we recommend the excellent Nice oil ink pen.
Pilot
The stationery of the Japanese concern Pilot has been known all over the world for over 100 years. At the moment, cool pens with various types of writing substance are produced under this brand: from classic paste to biopolymer ink.
The company's engineers have hundreds of patented technologies. Pilot writing systems are widely used in the production of other brands of ballpoint pens.
The most popular among consumers are inexpensive, but very high-quality pens of the Super Grip and Dr. Grip, writing with classic paste. They are very stylish and elegant, with a rubberized grip and sophisticated ergonomics.
If you're looking for the longest, softest writing possible, consider the innovative oil-based inks (BPS-GP range). The gel pens of this manufacturer also attract attention: no one else has such an assortment of colors (up to “metallic” and “neon”). And Hi-Tecpoint BX liquid ink pens allow you to write seamlessly in any position, even on walls and ceilings.
Buro
This company is primarily engaged in the production of office equipment and PC accessories, but its range also includes very worthy writing instruments.
The most popular are classic ballpoint pens in transparent plastic cases. They write softly enough, leave a good line of medium thickness, fit well in the hand. There is nothing extraordinary in them, but the combination of excellent quality and a very affordable price captivates.
Faber-Castell
Meet the products of the oldest writing instrument manufacturer in the world: the history of the German company Faber-Castell dates back to 1761!
Pencils and pens from a renowned manufacturer are not economy class products, but the quality is exceptional. Relatively affordable options include the gorgeous Poly Ball XB with a push-button mechanism and a clip. It comes in five colors with a surprisingly ergonomic body. Poly Ball XB leaves a fairly thick, but flawlessly clear line, regardless of the nature and position of the surface.
Faber-Castell N'ice is sure to appeal to fans of stylish and original writing utensils. The streamlined brass body has an original icicle shape, which gives it a recognizable exterior. Complementing the picture of perfection is a very reliable swivel mechanism and a clear line of the parker rod.
The most beautiful pens in the world
Almost every manufacturer, in addition to standard consumer writing utensils, offers the consumer very beautiful pens for writing in a higher price segment.
An interesting option is the recently introduced ballpoint pens from Xiaomi. They cost about 2-5 dollars, they are produced in stylish discreet colors a la metallic. Quite a worthy option for a frequent writer: Swiss refills, Japanese ink, a reliable rotary mechanism - everything is great.
Beautiful writing pens are available from almost all the brands mentioned above. Everyone knows that Parker makes the coolest pens in the world, but you should not think that other manufacturers have given up hope of catching up and overtaking the venerable leader.
If your requests for ballpoint pens are above average or you are looking for a worthy gift for a person with good taste, you can pay attention to the elegant creations of the French brands Waterman, S.T.Dupont, and Montblanc, the Italian leader Montegrappa, the elite Swiss Caran d'Ach.
For people with a delicate taste and patriots, the magnificent collections of pens from Streltsov (they are practically eternal and indestructible, because they are made of titanium, with hand engraving) and stylish works of art from SOKOLOV are most suitable.
If you want to impress, but the budget is small, you should look towards the elegant Pierre Cardin pens: firstly, this is a big name in the fashion world, and secondly, the pens from the eminent French House look much more expensive than they actually cost .
How to choose the right pen
There are hundreds of reputable companies around the world producing thousands of lines of cool ballpoint pens. In fact, choosing a good pen is not difficult: we take a well-known manufacturer, open the pages of the catalog with pens of the middle price segment - and voila, we take the first one that comes across! Believe me, if this is not a marriage, then the quality will surely satisfy you a hundredfold.
However, you also need to consider your own goals, which can be different. So, choose a pen for:
Preschooler. Pens with rather thin bodies, with a rubberized grip or a full body are optimal. At this age, it is important to awaken an interest in learning, so you can choose a model topped with a car, fairy or other character.
Schoolboy. Firstly, it is necessary that the pen writes well, and secondly, that it fits well in the hand. For younger students, models with fully rubberized bodies and notches for a comfortable grip are ideal. However, keep in mind that writing materials for schoolchildren are consumables, so you can buy a pack of cheap pens without any bells and whistles and give them out as needed. For homework, you can save something more ergonomic and expensive.
A lot of writing person. Office workers, teachers, doctors write a lot, so the pen should be very comfortable for the hand. A rubberized grip is highly desirable. It is better if it is a pen with a push-button or rotary mechanism and a clip - the caps are always lost, the rods get dirty and dry.
Reception. For all sorts of "public places" two options are relevant. The first is a large pack of simple pens, which will be placed as needed: visitors will certainly take them with them. The second option is a special desktop pen with a fixed holder and a spring cord.
Manager. In this case, saving is definitely not worth it. At home, you can write even with a simple pencil, but in public, solidity and respectability are required. Here - only pens of a high price category. If the original luxury brands are not available, you can find a decent copy.
Most models are not left or right hand oriented. However, some manufacturers already have pens specifically for left-handers and right-handers, with cases of the appropriate configuration.
It is impossible to find the perfect pen for everyone: everyone has their own budget and needs. But it’s definitely not worth buying the cheapest pens from dubious manufacturers: nothing is more annoying than a writing utensil that suddenly “stalled” at the most crucial moment!
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You probably should spend more time on shooting, footwork, athleticism, and functional ball handling.
That's where the
back up dribble comes into play.
Simply, get in a position where you are protecting the ball and shuffle forwards and backwards up and down the court.
Now do you need apply the technical skills to competitive drills to handle game situations like transition, ball screens, handling traps, etc.? Yes. Do you need to improve your athleticism to make you a better player in every aspect of your game? Yes. But I'm telling you, that these are five extremely effective methods to give you the technical skill to handle any situation.
You can cross over on the fast break to get by the defender. You can cross over to eventually set up your counter move (the inside out). So next time instead of crossing over, fake out the defender by giving the inside out move and then blow by the defender.
If you don't have an opportunity, don't put it on the floor.
Below are some examples.
You do not need to be bound by other people's drills; challenge yourself to come up with your own drills.
Hold for an 8 count and then stand up. Switch legs and dribble hand.
Any dribble or drill you can do with 1 ball, you can do with 2.
Stationary practice at first will build confidence. Stand on the baseline and try to control both balls. Then start to move. Go half court, then full court. Follow
the lines around the court or in any route you can come up with.
24 Different Levels.
Pens are produced with different diameters of tungsten balls and, accordingly, line thickness. 
There is a convenient clip for fastening, push-button feed of the rod works seamlessly. 
Bright design, ergonomic rubberized grip with notches for fingers, uncompromising strength, lack of a cap (push-button refill) and, accordingly, a much higher price. 
All models are distinguished by excellent ergonomics and impeccable writing quality. 
Grip, writing with classic paste. They are very stylish and elegant, with a rubberized grip and sophisticated ergonomics. 
Relatively affordable options include the gorgeous Poly Ball XB with a push-button mechanism and a clip. It comes in five colors with a surprisingly ergonomic body. Poly Ball XB leaves a fairly thick, but flawlessly clear line, regardless of the nature and position of the surface. 
Quite a worthy option for a frequent writer: Swiss refills, Japanese ink, a reliable rotary mechanism - everything is great. 
However, keep in mind that writing materials for schoolchildren are consumables, so you can buy a pack of cheap pens without any bells and whistles and give them out as needed. For homework, you can save something more ergonomic and expensive. 
