A relay race is a fundamental exercise that gets players familiar with fast paced dribbling. In today’s game, being able to lead the fast-break is a skill everyone wants to have. It doesn’t take a high level of ball handling to be able to move up the court quickly, in a straight line, pushing the ball out in front of you.
Try to experiment with relay races, emphasizing the fast-break skills of running up and down the court, pushing the ball out in front, and keeping your head and eyes up.