Debbie Ryan: 17 Transition Drills and Options

with Debbie Ryan,
University of Virginia Women's Basketball Head Coach,
1991 National Coach of the Year

Coach Ryan uses on-court demonstration to clearly illustrate her effective transition drills and options. Coach Ryan has designed a four-step "magical formula" for a successful transition offense. Ryan presents her successful system of putting continuous pressure on the defense, getting the ball up the court, and scoring quickly off made and missed baskets by simulating a variety of fast break situations. Ryan outlines each player's responsibility in transition and the 9 options that are built into the secondary break. She covers every aspect of her philosophy of why to run and how to implement it into your practice, by using the clock for all drills, promoting communication, and having a great team spirit, along with a unique way of looking at turnovers. Coach Ryan will help you understand how your team can consistently gain an advantage in transition, by getting the ball up the court in the right position, and by recognizing opportunities. This video is going to put you and your team in the best situation to win games at any level!

66 minutes. 2004.