In this article, we'll explain how to perform an Up & Back Dribble, why it's effective, and how the Dribbleup Smart Basketball combined with practice sessions in the Dribbleup mobile app can help you practice this drill.
The Up & Back Dribble is a fundamental, skill-building drill that every player should try and master early on. Practicing this drill effectively will help you progress onto more advanced drills.
It involves dribbling the basketball up and back with one hand while maintaining control and speed. Very similar to a V-Dribble, this move is performed to your side instead of in front of you like a crossover.
Here's a quick guide on how to perform the Up & Back Dribble:
Hold the ball in your dominant hand, palm facing up. Step forward with your dominant foot so your feet are more than shoulder-width apart.
Start dribbling the ball up and back, with your arm essentially swinging forward and backward and with the ball moving in a "V" motion on your dominant side.
Continue pushing the ball backward and pulling it forward with your dominant hand, keeping your eyes forward.
Remember to repeat this with your non-dominant hand!
It's important to note that the Up & Back Dribble may not really be a move you'd use in a game, but it's a crucial beginner-level drill to help with ball-handling development in order to practice more difficult moves.
How the Dribbleup Smart Basketball can help
The Dribbleup Smart Basketball and companion mobile app are revolutionary training tools that your kids will love! The app utilizes computer vision and augmented reality technology via your phone's camera to track your drills and give instant feedback on your technique.
All you have to do is hit the green targets on the screen when they pop up. The app will automatically track dribbling speed, accuracy, and amount of reps completed.
Additionally, Dribbleup coaches provide a series of drills and exercises in live and on-demand basketball sessions that can help you master the Up & Back Dribble along with a bunch of other beginner, intermediate, and advanced level moves.
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With over 6,000 reviews and a 4.7/5 star rating (as of 2/14/23), your child will love practicing at home with this training tool. So grab the Smart Basketball today and have them join a live or on-demand practice session to start learning the Butterfly Dribble. Membership separate (auto-renews monthly at the applicable fee) and gives you full access to all training content on the App for up to 6 members of your household.
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