Goalkeeper-Initiated Fast Break

Instructions

1. 1GK distributes immediately to A3 at center to start the break.
2. 2A1 sprints to the upper wing; A2 sprints to the lower wing.
3. 3A3 catches on the move and advances centrally to pull the defenders.
4. 4D1 and D2 retreat to cover the wings under pressure.
5. 5A3 reads the defense and passes to A1 on the open side.
6. 6Ball swings from A1 to A2; A2 finishes with a jump shot.

Coaching Points

• GK must throw or roll immediately on the save — do not hesitate or dribble
• A1 and A2 must be moving before the GK releases the ball, not after
• A3 receives on the move and looks to distribute in one motion
• The GK advancing as an extra option forces defenders to commit an extra player
• Wings must call out 'open' loudly so A3 knows where to release

Common Mistakes

• Goalkeeper hesitating after the save instead of distributing immediately
• Wings starting their runs after the GK throws instead of anticipating the release
• A3 catching the ball and stopping to survey the court instead of distributing on the move
• No verbal communication from wings, forcing A3 to guess who is open
• GK throwing an inaccurate outlet that slows the transition by requiring A3 to adjust