Triple threat position- The key to being a true offensive threat

In the grade, middle and high school I have watched this season, there are only a few players that are truly using the triple threat position on offense. A player can pass, dribble or shoot out of triple threat position. The offensive player is in total control when in triple threat position because the defense can only anticipate what they are going to do.

The other component that makes the triple threat position dangerous is for players to always face the basket. Facing the basket gives the offensive player an advantage to look for a shot, see passing lanes and seams to the basket. It is important for players to discipline themselves to catch and face the basket every time they catch the basketball on the perimeter. A good defender will not guard a player to shoot the basketball that is not in triple threat position. You will become predictable and liability if you are not at least a threat to shoot the basketball.

Offensive players, remember to stay in triple threat position when you are offense. I will give you an immediate advantage over your defender and you are a threat to pass, dribble and shoot at all times.

Yours in Basketball,

Coach Stewart