Hoops

Coaching Tips

Jack has made some good points. I get players to catch the ball with their back to the basket then pivot and get into the triple threat position. I see players pivot and face but hold the ball in front of their stomach so the defense can strip it from them. They should be in a strong stance with the ball on their right hip(for right handers). They should then be taught to rip high and low and also to jab step.
With players travelling, I get them to take 3 to 4 dribbles out from the side line then pick up the ball, take two steps,stop and pivot on their rear foot and make a pass back to the next player in the line who then does the same. Good luck with your coaching.

Playing in athletic stance (knees bent, back straight) and pretty much everything Jack and anon have mentioned are great starting points.

Also, emphasize teaching 'skills' rather than 'drills'.

It sounds like ball handling is their issue? Can they dribble both hands? Can they dribble without looking at the floor?

A few things:
* An ability to pivot is important. If they get trapped they need to be able to pivot to pass out.
* Passing is important. Were they passing into space to allow for a cutting player? passing into a contest? passing over opposition players? or were their passes intercepted because they telegraphed their intention? Were the players they were passing do ready?
* If they are lost in offence, that sounds like a positional understanding thing. I assume they know the basic positions on the court? Do they understand the concept of spacing in offence?

Shooting is one skill that you can never allow to rest. You haven't mentioned that, but good technique is the foundation.