Learn the Between the Legs Dribble the RIGHT Way (Beginner to Advanced)

Struggling to master your between the legs dribble?
Losing the ball under pressure?
Getting ripped by defenders?

👉🏾This video is for YOU.

The between the legs dribble is one of the most important ball-handling skills in basketball. It helps you protect the ball, create space, change direction, and stay in control against aggressive defenders.

In this complete step-by-step progression, I break down EXACTLY how to build a tight, confident, and game-ready between the legs dribble — starting from the basics and leveling all the way up.

If you’re serious about improving your handle, don’t skip steps. Master the reps and trust the process 💪🏽🏀

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🏀 BETWEEN THE LEGS DRIBBLE PROGRESSION (DO ALL STEPS)

STEP 1️⃣

➡️ No dribble
Roll the ball between both legs
• Feet shoulder-width apart (or wider)
• Focus on coordination
✅ 100 reps minimum

STEP 2️⃣

➡️ No dribble – no floor contact
Take the ball between your legs without letting it hit the floor
• Control & hand placement
✅ 100 reps minimum

STEP 3️⃣

➡️ Controlled dribble
Dribble as many times as needed to get the ball between your legs
• You may pick it up with two hands if needed
✅ 100 reps minimum

STEP 4️⃣

➡️ One pound dribble
Take one hard pound dribble, then go between the legs
• Catch with both hands when necessary
✅ 100 reps minimum

STEP 5️⃣

➡️ Between the legs → catch
Take the ball between your legs and catch with both hands
• Try to get reps WITHOUT using both hands
✅ 100 reps minimum

STEP 6️⃣

➡️ Wide pound between the legs
Pound dribble wide, leaning into each rep
• Stay low and strong
✅ 100 reps minimum

STEP 7️⃣

➡️ Wide between the legs (NO pound)
Go wide between the legs without a pound dribble
• Lean on every rep
• Game-speed focus
✅ 100 reps minimum

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💡 TRAINING TIPS

✔️ Stay hydrated
✔️ Train with purpose
✔️ When you’re tired — SHOOT FREE THROWS
(That’s how you build real game confidence)

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