Looking for U10 basketball drills? Every drill below is built for ages 8–10, covering the core skill-building years, where technique habits get set for good. This is the age range where technique habits get set for the rest of a player's career, so prioritize repetition and correct form over competition and scoreboards.
The pick and roll is basketball's most versatile offensive action. This drill develops the ball handler's decision-making - drive, pass, or…
The 3-Man Weave develops passing accuracy on the move, court spacing in transition, and conditioning — all while reinforcing the habit of passing to…
Condition players to attack in transition, protect the ball, and finish at pace.
Dribbling two balls at once forces both hands to work independently and builds the kind of ball control that makes a single-ball crossover feel easy…
Weaving the ball in a figure-8 pattern through and around the legs builds the low, controlled dribble and hand-to-hand transfer that shows up in…
Practice disciplined closeouts that contest shots and recover quickly to help-side defense.
The Defensive Closeout Drill trains players to sprint to contest a perimeter shot while staying under control, keeping hands active, and avoiding…
Short-area slides to develop hip strength, stance, and quick recovery steps.
Live 1-on-1 pressure work that teaches young defenders to contest a dribbler without fouling, reaching in, or losing their stance.
An off-ball defense drill that teaches players to deny the easy pass to their matchup instead of just watching the ball.
A controlled, safety-first introduction to taking a charge, teaching defenders to get in legal position early rather than reaching in late.
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See Basketball practice plansThe drills on this page are selected specifically for ages 8–10 basketball players, covering the core skill-building years, where technique habits get set for good. Each one lists the age range, group size, and equipment needed so you can drop it straight into a practice plan.
Most U10 practices run 60–75 minutes, with drills in the 6–10 minute range before rotating to the next activity.