RISE Defensive Workshops I 2027

A four-month defensive development series focused on building the skills, awareness, and mindset needed to become an elite defender. Players will develop individual defense, team concepts, and game-changing habits through high-intensity drills and competitive game situations.

October 5-6pm— Lockdown Mentality: Team Defense

Protect the paint. Trust your teammates.

Great defenses work together. Players will learn how to defend as a team through help-side positioning, communication, rotations, and recovery techniques. This session focuses on becoming a smarter defender who understands how to impact the game beyond their individual matchup.

Focus Areas:

• Help-side defense

• Defensive rotations

• Communication

• Closeouts and recovery

• Team defensive principles