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Box-Out Stance
Learn the wide, strong box-out stance against a wall, with no one to bump.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Stand with your back to a wall, a big step away, in a wide stance.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Gym or court
- Bring
- Wall
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Rebounding
The steps
How it works
- Stand with your back to a wall, a big step away, in a wide stance.
- Back up until your hips just touch the wall, with a wide base and arms bent up.
- On a call of "shot!", hold your spot, then turn to find the ball.
- Do 10 reps.
Coaching point
Find your spot, hold it, then go get it.
Safety: Use a wall only. Box-outs against a partner are for ages 14 and up, with a coach.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are an explorer crossing the court like a jungle.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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