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For this age, I wouldn't get too worried about help defense, yet.

I would focus on stance and slide. Once, they start to get the hang of that. I would teach them a simple man-ball principle. Have the player position his head so they can see the man and the ball. Have them stand between the man and the ball. Have their back facing the basket. Have them point at the player they are guarding and the player with the ball. This will help them keep track of the player they're guarding and the player with the ball. Once, they get a little older, you can teach them how to play help defense. :)

I would focus the majority of your time on fundamentals such as ball-handling, shooting form (not actually shooting at baskets), passing, and footwork.

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