Basketball Dribbling Skills Activity: King of the Ring

Dribbling is a key skill of basketball that allows players to move around the court. As they do so, they must keep good control of the ball and ensure that is it safe from the opposition.
The King of the Ring drill teaches players to control their ball while dribbling and to keep it away from defending players.
How to play:
Non-elimination game within a restricted area.
Players use a variety of dribbles to keep their ball safe.
Players can use their free hand to knock other players’ balls out of the restricted area.
If they lose their ball or stop dribbling, they must score a shot in the hoop to continue.
Advance this drill:
Progress by repeating with right hand only, left hand, or no restrictions.