Secondary Break - Second Wave Attack
Builds connection between first and second wave, with early pressure and controlled follow-up runs. The team learns to keep flow when the immediate finish is not available.
10 min
9-18 players
Advanced0.00s / 6.10s
Instructions
- 1Primary break: LB, RB, and PV attack goal immediately
- 2Secondary wave: S1 and S2 follow at controlled pace
- 3Primary players commit defense - force shot or commitment
- 4Secondary players fill gaps and create passing options
- 5S1 and S2 arrive for rebound opportunity or continuation
- 6If primary break misses, secondary players attack instantly
- 7Secondary players position for follow-up shots or score
- 8Communication: call out "second wave" for awareness
- 9Do not wait for primary break result - attack immediately
Coaching Points
- Call 'second wave' as you cross half court so the primary players hear support coming
- S1 and S2 position left and right of center — never behind the primary shooters
- Rebound positioning starts before the shot, not after — read the shooter's body angle
- If the defense sets a second line, the second wave attacks the gaps between defenders
- Primary break players must commit fully — partial attacks invite an easy block