Written by Rick Torbett on October 9, 2009 – 2:45 PM (No Comments)
Q: In the 4 OUT set, if the ball is driven North/South from the wing and the post is on the weak side where will the post slide?
A: Pretend the ball is on the right wing and the post is on the left side of the lane. If the right wing drives to the goal [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on October 2, 2009 – 2:33 PM (No Comments)
Q: I have implemented the R&R Offense and had great success with it at the HS girls level. Now, have a head boys position. My question is this: in a 4 OUT set, would you recommend moving the wings down farther and possibly widening the top guards out to create greater space for driving lanes? [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on August 21, 2009 – 11:19 PM (No Comments)
Q: In the 4 OUT option, it seems to me that filling 4 of the 5 perimeter spots (used for the 5 OUT) will still allow players to follow the circle movement rules. Is this how you would suggest running the 4 OUT? Or, do you prefer a two-guard, two-wing option? In a two-guard, two-wing [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on August 7, 2009 – 10:01 PM (No Comments)
Q: I’ve always liked to have an offensive player at the point to help prevent easy transition points from the opposition. I’m considering a 3 OUT 2 IN formation, but have a question regarding dribble penetration by the wing following R&R principles. During any dribble penetration by the wing, the point rotates to the wing [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on July 24, 2009 – 9:31 PM (2 Comments)
Q: In the 4 OUT set, when a wing passes up to the guard, does that passing wing cut. If so, how does the circle movement work?
A: The wing still cuts. It’s Layer 3 action. Once the habit of passing and basket-cutting has been taught, there shouldn’t be any place in the offense, regardless of [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on July 10, 2009 – 8:23 PM (No Comments)
From David Jooss
Hey Coach,
I’m a huge fan of the Read and React and I am preparing for my second season with the offense. Last year I had all guards so we ran it 5 OUT most of the time. This coming year, I will have multiple big guys that can play and so I will [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on June 26, 2009 – 8:49 PM (6 Comments)
Q: Our staff has enjoyed watching your videos about the Read and React Offense over the spring and is excited to try your concept with our team next season. We have a few questions that I am hoping that you can help us with.
We understand the movements in a 5 OUT set when someone drives, [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on June 20, 2009 – 7:26 PM (No Comments)
Q: After watching the videos a second time I really like the fact that a team can run a combination of all formations. Because of our strong post play, we will be primarily be 3 OUT team, but I am exploring the idea of 5 OUT as well, especially in late game situations as a [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on June 5, 2009 – 12:38 PM (2 Comments)
Q: In a 3 OUT set, if player up top passes to the player on the right wing and basket cuts, won’t there be a spacing problem with the ball-side post?
A: Spacing will be compromised only for the time that the cutter is passing between the post players. Good spacing will return as the cutter [...]
Written by Rick Torbett on May 29, 2009 – 8:17 PM (No Comments)
Q: In 3 OUT 2 IN when the ball goes from the wing back to the top. What movement would you have the wing do? I know the normal movement is basket cut and probably fill opposite or cut and replace where you were. I have noticed that usually on quick reversal [...]