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DROP BACK: The Drop Step Footwork Drill

Improve on moving forward by hopping back.

Published Aug 22, 2016

This footwork drill can help you get into the court more efficiently by reacting faster for short balls. Start in front of the baseline, and when your partner or coach counts down to one, split step backward behind the baseline. Explode forward to try to reach the ball that's been dropped. The key is to lean in with your chest and body even when your legs are pushing backward.