The post position in basketball generally requires a player to make plays close to the basket. For that reason, those who play the post position are frequently the tallest competitors on the floor. Playing close to the basket requires special skills, and certain drills can improve those skills.
Pump Fake and Finish
Post players frequently use a pump fake to get a defensive player out of position. The drill consists of two lines of players standing on each side of the head of the key, facing the basket. The coach rolls the basketball down the center of the key toward the basket. A player from one line runs and picks up the ball, while a player from the other line runs simultaneously toward him to play defense. The offensive player pump fakes, and makes a strong move toward the basket. The next two players in each line complete the same sequence.The drill ends when all players have played both offense and defense. This drill is also valuable for post players because it trains them to make strong finishes at the basket, which is frequently required during post play.
Jump Hooks With Either Hand
The jump hook is an effective shot for a post player because it is difficult to defend. The drill consists of a player standing to the side of the basket, 4 to 6 feet away. Facing away from the basket, he receives an initial pass to begin the drill. He immediately shoots a jump hook with his right hand. He goes to approximately the same spot on the opposite side of the basket, and shoots a jump hook with the left hand. This process continues for two minutes, and players strive to make as many jump hook baskets as possible.
Outlet Pass
Post players are the primary rebounders on most teams, so learning to throw an accurate outlet pass is important. The drill consists of two players underneath the basket, and two players on each side of the mid-court line. The players under the basket are post players, and they play one on one. When the offensive player misses his attempt, the players at the mid-court line begin to sprint toward each side of the opposite basket. The defensive player grabs the rebound, and throws an outlet pass to the player on the side of the court where the rebound landed. After each outlet pass, four new players complete the same sequence.
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