Video: Hoop Group Skills Drill of the Week - Jump Stop / Pivot / Pass by Hoop Group
Short Answer
To stop traveling, teach the child to land on two feet, freeze, then pivot or pass before taking another step.
Why Kids Travel
Young players often catch or stop while their feet are still deciding what to do. The jump stop gives them a reset they can feel.
Practice Plan
Use Jump Stop Freeze for balance, then add a pass so the child learns what comes after the stop.
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