BasketballU1060 Minutes

60-Minute U10 Basketball Practice Plan

A balanced U10 session that opens with a footwork warm-up, builds passing and defensive fundamentals, and closes with a competitive small-sided finish — everything a coach needs for a full hour on the court.

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Total time: 60 minutes · 5 drill blocks
0–10 min · 10 minutes

Warm-Up: Mikan Drill

Get bodies moving and touch the rim early with a finishing-focused warm-up.

10–22 min · 12 minutes

Fundamentals: Partner Passing Progression

Build the chest, bounce, and push-pass habits every offense depends on.

22–34 min · 12 minutes

Skill Station: Defensive Sliding Drill

Isolated defensive footwork before adding an offensive player.

34–48 min · 14 minutes

Small-Sided Competitive: Dribble Knockout Drill

High-energy, game-like competition that keeps every player moving and engaged.

48–60 min · 12 minutes

Team Concept & Finish: Shell Defense Drill

Close with team-defense spacing and communication before players head home.

Coach's Note Warm up players before the first whistle and keep transitions between blocks under a minute — standing around is where most youth practices lose focus. Adjust block lengths up or down slightly to fit your own roster size and field or court space.

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