Stack

(Level – Beginner and up)

Summary

This play is very simple, which is great for youth players. If your players run this correctly, they can score some easy buckets throughout the game. It can be used against a man-to-man or zone defense.

Personnel

Player 5 should be a taller player that can pass. Player 3 should be able finish near the basket.

Instructions:

1. Player 2 clears to the right corner. Player 1 cuts to the left block area.

2. Soon as Player 1 & 2 clear, Player 3 cuts down the middle of the lane.

3. Player 4 will float towards the free throw line at first. If Player 4 can not get the ball, s(he) will drift towards half court as a safety valve.

4. If Player 5 passes to Player 1 or Player 4, (s)he will step inbounds looking for the return pass immediately from either Player 1 or Player 4.