4 and 5 create should rush in and cross in order to create screens for 1 and 2. 1 and 2 should use those screens and then move in towards the basket. 3 now has the option of passing it to either guard based on who is open. 4 and 5 should move up court in order to help with any possible full court press.

Contributed by Coach Evans

Have one defensive player lines up with the outside offensive player. While the ball is being passed around the wings the defensive player shuffles to keep between the ball and the hoop. When the ball arrives to the last offensive player that offensive player should dribble in for the layup. The defensive player should close out the baseline and take the charge.

After the defensive player becomes the the first offensive player and the last offensive player now becomes the defensive player.

Contributed by Coach Evans

When running the 2-Guard continuity, there are a variety of looks, options, and specials that can be run during the continuity, Here is something to look at that is a great shot opportunity for a shooter at the low block (in this case 2) and also gives the screener a chance to post up if the matchup dictates.

When the ball is at the wing, a pass to the high post sets up a downscreen by 3. While the screen is approaching 2 should step in to set up the defender prior to using the screen by 3. On the catch 2 should be shot-ready or look to 3 in the post.

Contributed by Coach Lokar

Split the floor in halves and concentrate on putting as much pressure on the ball as possible. If the ball is on one half of the court and the defender’s offensive match-up is in the opposite half, then that defender plays help side-defense. Shift over for the help but keep one hand outstretched towards the offensive player left behind reaching for any errant passes.

Contributed by Coach Purell

This is a tricky play to run but almost always allows the shooting guard an easy layup,especially against a small defensive set. As 1 brings the ball in 4 and 5 should move out. 4 receives the ball and 3 screens for 5. Depending on defense the pass and shot for 5 is sometimes there. If not 1 should screen for 3 and 5 should screen for 2 for the quick double pass.

Contributed by Coach Purell