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Fundamentals Covered
- Body Balance & Basic Agility
- Jump Stop & Triple Threat Stance
- Pivots & Catching (basic)
- Jab Steps & Ball Familiarisation
- Hand Positioning & Basic Dribble / Passing
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The Hoopstars 10-Star Programme is a progressive development framework designed to celebrate every child's growth. Whether they are picking up a ball for the first time or preparing for elite competition, our pathway provides a clear roadmap.
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Technical Base
- Pound Dribble (Both Hands) & Crossover
- Chest, Bounce & Target Hand Awareness
- Form Shooting & Lay Ups (Dominant)
System & Defence
- Defensive Stance & Lateral Slides
- Court Lines & Spacing (5-out/4-out)
- Rip-Throughs & Sweep moves
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On The Move
- Zig Zag Dribble & Hesitation
- Change of Pace & Direction
- Pass on the Move (Chest/Bounce)
- Post Entry & Give & Go
Progression
- Lay Ups (Both Sides) & Catch & Shoot
- Creating Space & Jab Step Attacks
- On Ball Stance & Close Outs
- Position Roles & Rule Basics
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Under Pressure
- Change of Direction at Pace
- BTL, Behind Back, Spin Dribble
- Retreat Dribble & Re-Attacks
- Pass Selection under Pressure
Advanced Skills
- Mid-Range Pull Ups (1-2 Dribble)
- Reverse Layups & Contact Finishing
- Euro Step & Pro Hop (Intro)
- Shell Defence & Rotations
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Game Progressions
- Pocket Pass & Dive & Kick Reads
- Spot Up Off the Catch (Angles)
- Floaters (Introduction)
- Compound Combination Stacks
Team Strategy
- Cuts: V, L, I, Flare & Backdoor
- Continuity Offence & Transition
- Funnelling & Double Teaming
- Controlling Tempo
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Elite Offence
- Catch & Shoot 3 Pointers
- Euro Passing Package & Manipulation
- Setting & Receiving Screens
- Timed Passes off Drives
Advanced Defence
- Switch & Recover Mechanics
- Off-Ball Denials
- Relocation Cuts & Spacing
- Pick & Roll (First 4 Options)
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Creation Mastery
- Step-Back & Side-Step 3s
- 1on1 Triple Threat Perimeter Package
- Deceleration & explosive footwork
- Step-throughs & Stride Stop Finishing
High IQ Play
- Anticipation Reads & Stunt Timing
- Situational Awareness (Clock/Foul/Score)
- Leadership in live game flow
- Secondary Action Spacing
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Pro Reads
- Reads vs Zone & Man (PNR Misdirection)
- Off-Movement 3s (Pin-Downs/Flares/DHO)
- Snatch Backs & Turnaround mid-range
- High-Speed Decision making in transition
Elite Anchor
- Defensive Anchoring (Talk & Lead)
- ICE, Hedge, Trap screen nav
- Initiating Offensive Sets
- Creating for others off-ball
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Master Skills
- Full-Speed Read & React Passing
- Shot Creation Snatch Pulls
- Advanced Jab & Post Footwork Series
- Look-Off & Wrap Passing Package
Advanced Coverage
- Post & Perimeter Switch Mastery
- Advanced PNR Reads (all options)
- Two-Man Game Execution
- Shot Selection Mastery
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Final Mastery
- Multi-Level Scoring (Rim/Mid/3/FT)
- Combo Finishing (Reverse Euro/Spin)
- Drawing and Exploiting Help Defence
- Elite Communication Leadership
The Mindset
- Visualization & Mental Rehearsal
- Breathing Techniques (Pre & In-game)
- Composure, Consistency & Commitment
- Reading Scouting Reports & Counters
Hoopstars helps players of all abilities improve skills through structured coaching sessions that develop dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, understanding and effective game play ability. All Hoopstars sessions are delivered by fully-qualified, DBS-checked coaches who are trained to teach correct technique with an emphasis on fun and building confidence in all Hoopstars players so they may maximise their enjoyment and fulfil their potential. Our aim is to develop well-rounded, skilled basketball players, who have strong fundamental skills, a good knowledge and understanding of the game and then help support new players through to play for one of our teams in our basketball leagues.
