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Breakdown Drills for Building the Pack Line Defense Forcing low percentage shots while keeping players out of foul trouble is the goal of Northern State University men’s head basketball coach Saul Phillips’ Pack Line defense. There are a number of variations of the Pack Line defense. Phillips takes what he learned from the legendary Bo Ryan and other great coaches that used the pack line defense and guides viewers through its implementation. Coach Phillips, who took North Dakota State to two NCAA tournaments, focuses on installing the pack line defense using a variety of drills. No matter how big or small your staff is, Phillips will show you how to use each drill effectively. Keys to Playing the Defense The presentation begins with an explanation of why teams should use the pack line defense. The defense’s objective is to contain the dribble, prevent penetration, and keep the offense out of the paint. By doing so, the pack line defense forces teams to consistently make outside shots. The pack line defense contests those jump shots as well, which is one of the biggest keys to playing the defense. Game-like Drills For Practice Coach Phillips shares a series of drills to help players learn their responsibilities within the structure of the defense. The drills are easy to install and players are able to learn quickly as a result of performing them. The drills include: 1-on-2 Drive: Players focus on playing great 1-on-1 defense as well as help defense, which is the key to the defense’s success. 2-on-2 Closeout: Teaches proper spacing and quick weak side help. 3-on-3 Shell: The drill works on stopping dribble penetration and proper rotations to force the longest pass possible. The drill also focuses on perimeter players’ responsibilities and reactions when the ball goes into the post. 4-on-4 Shell: Coach Phillips teaches players how to react to common offensive actions such as Floppy, America, screen-the-screener, and pick-and-roll action. The use of these drills has allowed Coach Phillips’ teams to use the pack line defense to even the playing field against teams that are more athletic. If you are looking for help in installing the Pack Line defense, Coach Phillips has you covered in this excellent video presentation. Rent this pack line defense DVD today.

Multi-Option Screen & Roll Offense Northern State University head coach Saul Phillips understands how important the pick and roll is in today’s modern basketball. Phillips honed his offense while at Division I Ohio University and North Dakota State. His Bison teams won two Summit League titles and Phillips was the 2014 league Coach of the Year. In this video, Coach Phillips shares his multiple option screen and roll offense. Coach Phillips’ system is a great for teams that are constantly playing bigger, more athletic opponents. Teams that like to pressure passing lanes are teams that Phillips loves to attack with his offense. In the video, he starts out explaining the offense from a 2-on-2 setup. He begins by showing three types of ball screens: Vertical: Basic flat screen above the three-point line with Phoenix Action Standard: Coach Phillips shows you how to read the hedge and what options are available with the screener facing the sideline Chip: This is a screen in transition where the screener sets and pops Next, Phillips shows you how to “pink” and “plus” the screen. These actions counter defensive pressure and weak side help. Then, he gets into options for the screener who can post after rolling or create a mismatch by screening away for a shooter. Coach Phillips then demonstrates three different sets in his offense – Gold, Open, and Vertical. This is done is a 5-on-0 setting. Coaching points include putting your best players in the best possible positions to make smart decisions. Phillips talks about a number of defensive pressure situations – hard hedges, traps, and switches – and how to defeat them. This is an outstanding video for teams at any level looking for ways to create mismatches and take down teams that like to apply defensive pressure.

How to Attack Pressure Defense The ability to handle pressure defenses is a must for smaller schools that play against more athletic teams regardless of the level. Saul Phillips, former head coach at North Dakota State and Ohio University, shows you his press breakings system and the drills he uses to teach it. In this video, he covers a full-court press break alignment and counters that go with it to help your players attack an opponent with poise. Phillips, who is now the head women’s coach at Northern State, consistently had some of the best teams in the nation in turnover margin. His teams simply didn’t turn the ball over. This was due to the fundamental skills that Coach Phillips stresses. It all begins with each player understanding the roles, responsibilities, and work habits of his position. This helps in creating an attacking mentality. You will see how hard your point guard has to work to beat a pressure defense. Phillips shows you the importance of your inbounder being able to move as well as why it is vital to use the entire floor to make your opponents work. Coach Phillips uses both 5-on-0 and 5-on-5 situations to demonstrate all the attack angles for his press breaking system. How to Break The Full Court Press The first drill Phillips uses in his practice is a simple pass and catch drill, but it is the foundation for breaking the press. Players learn the importance of making hard cuts to get open, coming to meet the ball, passing, and catching. As Coach Phillips dives further into how to break presses, you will hear these concepts referred to often. Whether it’s a 2-2-1 or a 1-3-1 press, players have to focus on strong passes, hard cuts, and catching the basketball.  Full Court Pressure Drills Included in the presentation are a number of drills that you can use right away to create an attacking mentality on your press break. Coach Phillips guides you through several disadvantage situations where you are outnumbered on offense. This forces your players to attack. There are full-court drills that simulate how defenses look when they trap and use the sideline to contain a press. Coach Phillips includes counters to beat the traps. Your players will learn how to deal with pressure and how to play with poise even with a defender in your face. This is a great DVD for coaches that need to find ways to counter defensive pressure or those that just simply want to create an attacking mentality with their press break. Rent this Pressure Defense DVD today.