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X-CUTS

Read & React Version of Split Action

The X-Cut is an East-West screening option available to anyone who feeds the post.

This stands in stark contrast to what is currently done in our basketball community. Most teams feed the post and then stand and watch—almost forcing the post to make a one-on-one move to score whether he or she wants to or not.

Using the X-Cut when feeding the post immediately engages 3 players and opens up 13 multi-layered actions that you can drill with your players.

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About Rick Torbett

Rick Torbett has taught thousands of coaches to win more games through his innovative approach to the game. He has created powerful training for coaches at any level so they can coach their best and win more games.

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