Description THE EUROPEAN BALL SCREEN OFFENSE The Euro Ball Screen Offense is a popular continuity offense that incorporates side-to-side ball movement, wing pick-and-rolls, high-low opportunities, and backdoor cuts. Next, 4 can receive the ball from 2 and as that occurs, 5 pivots toward the ball with high hands. 16 0 obj From this point, the action consists of a backdoor cut with roll and replace continuity pattern. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 9 0 R 23 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> <> -39ag 2. If a scoring option is not there off of the initial ball screen, 1 reverses the ball to 4. 08S It may be difficult for youth players with limited practice time. 21 0 obj Requires Patience - This is not a quick-hitting offense. If 4 did not receive the ball from 2, then the chin series flows into the continuity pattern, which would be executed on the opposite side of the floor. You have successfully signed up for the FastModel Sports Library. Also against a zone it's easier for perimeter players to rebound because their could be more offensive players on the perimeter and zone defenders near the basket don't have a man in their zone when a shot goes up. While attending Kansas, Kosel served as an assistant coach at Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas. Following that, 3 could receive the ball from 1 and take the three-point jump shot if open. b5_"2*h=T!A:@ZF!.ATA*5A!.D!.AT++-Ar* .bT f]",/3AV* G/Fw <> You will love the movement and floor balance this offense creates. xlW[Y=tU9$2B9^I*g28MF"v'lEF$L83t*3uEY>4k'ixwf;[+uAd lH!lD6X@(,(Ga|P:X*VhG,2E?R0Zg"eo2u4e8WMM4|Pm{s>'(MxDEP`$2KxEb?jRbL(NTH*SUJNI&d Prev: Brad Stevens NBA Boston Celtics 14 Series, Next: 5-Cut Offense by Dave Schulz, Southwestern HS Somerset, KY. To begin, 2 receives the ball from 1 and afterwards, 1 cuts to the basket via the back screen set by 5. 28 0 obj <> endobj Coach Chuck Daly once said, The defense cant guard two things in a row. The Swing uses this principle, as defenders must get through multiple screens each possession. It can be fun teaching your guards post moves and your bigs how to come off screens. Additionally, 4 cuts to the right side slot area via the screen away action set by 2. 12 0 obj <>/F 4/A<>>> <> Afterwards, 2 could receive the ball from 4 and score at the rim. 3 reads the movement of the defense before making the next pass. If 3 is not open, then 3 continues the cut towards the left side corner. When the ball is in a slot, the weak side wing flare screens for the slot. Click on the pdf link below to download the Double Flash Continuity Ball-Screen Offenses: These two offenses differ quite a bit from the European versions, but serve as great, simple continuity plays for teams at all levels. screen the screener continuity Offense Overview 1 3 2 5 4 Frame 2 The cross screen, down screen is the main action of the offense. j-5/"AEHB/$3Sc9 f!9ank[: Haskell Indians Ball-Screen Offense by Wes Kosel, Chad Kills Crow Haskell Indians Ball-Screen Offense, Lason Perkins European Ball-Screen Offense, Regis Rangers Ball-Screen Offense by Wes Kosel, Lonnie Porter Regis Rangers Ball-Screen Offense, Double Flash Ball-Screen Offense by Wes Kosel, Horns Entries for Ball-Screen Offenses by Wes Kosel, Favorite Zone Offensive Sets of 2021 by Chris Filios, Favorite Sets of 2021- College Edition by Chris Filios, European Ball-Screen Offense (Haskell Offense). Sign up now to save and share your favorite plays, follow coach contributors, and receive exclusive content and offers via email. I own the Open Post Offense DVD and I love it. 5 0 obj Oregon Spread Offense Table of Contents 1. It is also derived from The Attacking 3-Out & 4-Out Motion Offense by John Giannini with additional pass and screen away action as well. 5 sets the screen on the wing, then rolls to the basket. Yet, during another phase of the continuity offense, Player B might set a screen for Player C and then Player A could pass the ball to Player C for an open jump shot. The most consistent read should be the read of the help defender who is responsible for the replace man. 5. This could be very useful, particularly at the youth basketball level, especially with a continuity offense such as the 5 out offense, a basketball strategy with basic scoring options that could be developed in an adequate amount of time. As the ball is moved side to side players should look to drive gaps and score or make plays for teammates. 9n$E/>(0|4`[ 38tr( Every season we had a "base zone offense," meaning when we saw zone, we were automatically in that zone concept unless the play call was overridden by myself. These plays and sets create a rhythm and offensive flow that allows the team to stress the opposing defense. Using quick hitters in addition to a continity is a great strategy vs. zones. % After screening, 5 will step out and look for the ball. If you found this useful, dont forget to check outadditional blog postsatTeachHoops.com. <> )xA tU6&x R{n(bg@tA;Ylv[3&?HPy A& Please open it and follow the instructions contained within to reset your password. Afterwards, 5 rolls to the basket and could receive the ball from 2 if that is open. This is imperative for a great youth basketball offense. A life-long student of the game, Kosel honed his coaching skills by working summer camps for various programs in Texas, Colorado, Missouri, and New Mexico. 30 0 obj The Drew League: Bringing the game forward. As that happens, 2 initially cuts toward the basket and afterwards, 2 cuts to the top via the elevator screen set by 4 and 5. To begin, 2 receives the ball from 1 and after that, 1 cuts to the basket via the UCLA screen set by 4. So when the ball is reversed back to the slot, the post player can spin or leg whip the defender, keeping him on his back and clearing space for a post entry pass. Rules: 1. This diagram/video looks at a continuity action to run against zone defense. endobj This means role-definition is important. A continuity ball screen offense is a basketball offensive strategy that seeks to create scoring opportunities near the basket or from the perimeter by utilizing ball screens or pick and roll action with a constant sequence on both sides of the floor. <> 6BcbJ_z>nxIS%3^PC}~>~ >L'y)bM'eInMtSot_VCoip=1 Following that, 3 could receive the ball from 1. Afterwards, 2 cuts to the basket via the back screen set by 5 and could receive the ball from 4. Sign up now to save and share your favorite plays, follow coach contributors, and receive exclusive content and offers via email. The wheel offense is one of the oldest offensive strategies in basketball. If 2 is open on the Flex cut, 4 can pass for a layup. 5 could receive the ball from 1 and score near the basket. [ 12 0 R] The pass fake can freeze or shift the zone. A BH!R)3@h8tT-qa[ j@7 # This is an example of continuity scoring options within a zone offense strategy that utilizes the short corners of the court to create scoring opportunities against the 2-3 zone defense. For the Princeton offense to work, the players should be in a 2-2-1 formation: two in slot positions, two on the wings, and one in the low post. 3. To maintain continuity, 3 passes the ball to 1 on the left wing and then cuts through to the opposite corner. While ball screens are typically staple counters against man-to-man defense, learning to screen the zone forces the defense to immediately adjust their alignment. I really think the roll and replace concept is hard to guard, and we often found the replacing big wide open at the top of the key. The roll should be made with "thrust" down the edge of the lane so the roller can seal to the middle of the lane for the hi/low. On the other hand, if 5 is not open, then 3 receives the ball from 2. endobj endobj Basics of the Gonzaga Bulldogs pick-and-roll continuity offense. But too often, teams settle for threes against zones because they cant consistently pressure the paint. If 2 doesnt have anything, he receives a ball-screen on the left wing as 3 cuts off of a double-screen going the other way. Three easy to implement entries (Wing Pass, Dribble and Post) make this offense virtually unstoppable. The Flex Offense is a very effective offense that is based on a continuity pattern. From there, 5 turns and screens the middle of the zone and 4 flashes to the open low post area. The paint is where most fouls occur, and this offense wants to get the ball to the paint. The Princeton offense is a basketball offensive strategy which utilizes the fundamental skills of cutting, dribbling, passing, screening, and shooting as well as three unique series of actions known as Chin, Low and Point to create scoring opportunities near the basket or from the perimeter. You must penetrate the defense, and the best way to do this is the fast break, because basketball is a full court game, from baseline to baseline. There are several possible pressure release options your team can utilize. Many times, the offensive players stand around and the zone shifts with each pass. Great for Big Guards - It is a great offense for maximizing the skills of big guards. It can also frustrate offenses to no end, especially if the offensive players tend to stick to their spots. In other words, continuity offenses will typically feature one or more fundamental offensive skills of passing, cutting, screening, shooting, or dribbling. 7 0 obj This can lead to better development for all players. After that, 1 would execute a backdoor cut and the continuity pattern would keep going indefinitely. If 2 is open on the cut to the basket, then 2 could receive the ball from 1 and score with a layup. endobj Because the offense features four players above the foul line, good drivers will often have room to attack the baseline. <> ?Eendstream Many opposing guards may not be adept at guarding the post. I just taught this offense to my kids today and they are in love with it. %PDF-1.5 From there, 5 presents as a low-post option and 2 cuts across from the opposite wing. Coach Izzo from Michigan St. has some great quick hitters out of the 1-3-1 alignment that work well with the 1-3-1 zone continuity "Rotation.". This offense provides similar spacing and is utilized well by teams that have 3-point shooting big men. (Prevents Spam). endstream 2 makes a flare cut to the opposite wing, away from the ball. When 5 receives a pass, this triggers a flare screen from 4 to 3. After looking up Coach Perkins, he has another great offense called the Horns or A-Set offense. Within this same series, a player will pass the ball to an adjacent teammate and then cut to the basket for possible scoring opportunities. %PDF-1.4 % Also, after 3 throws the ball, preferably as a chest pass, 3 could cut back towards the right side corner. 2 can stay wide for a skip pass or cut up to the top of the key. In addition, you can add in tweaks of your own such as a pick and pop option for your 4. Jtn&v:n*cxJ4&)e1:E?QjtS,ULZ1d.F"EHt@tu>Nt. Generally speaking, continuity offenses will typically require all five players to execute at least one patterned action within the entire system at any given time. 19 0 obj a meK\}ZZ2qMRGxUeqX 22 0 obj Strengths: Creates positionless players - All 5 players on the court are required to pass, cut, dribble, shoot, screen, etc. Essentially, this offensive action could be favorable for teams that are guard-oriented and/or undersized at the low post positions. It is very difficult for a defense to continue to guard multiple ball-screen actions with good players on offense. 2 0 obj 1's primary option should be to turn the corner and attacking to score or draw help to kick to the corner. <> From there, 3 could receive the ball from 5 if that is open. This means that it can sometimes be disrupted by pressure and a quality scouting report.