CTA SILVERBACKZ SPORTZ ACADEMY
CTA Sportz Training is committed to developing athletes of all ages and skill levels through elite training, discipline, and mentorship. Our mission is to build stronger, faster, and smarter athletes—physically and mentally—while instilling values of hard work, teamwork, and perseverance. We aim to prepare athletes not only to excel in their sport, but to succeed in life.
Why Choose CTA Training?
Proven Results – Our athletes show measurable improvements in speed, strength, agility, and game IQ.
Holistic Development – We focus on both physical performance and mental toughness to prepare athletes for real competition.
Supportive Environment – Encouragement, accountability, and a culture of excellence push you to be your best.
Game-Ready Preparation – Training designed to directly translate into better in-game performance.
REGISTER - CTA ON1 (1ON1) BASKETBALL TRAINING
CTA ON1 Basketball Training is important because 1-on-1 training gives players the personal attention they need to grow faster.
CTA ON1 helps athletes work on their individual weaknesses, sharpen ball handling, improve shooting, build confidence, learn game moves, and get detailed coaching that is focused only on them.
2026 TRAINING - DRIBBLING, DEFENSE, SHOOTING
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
SMALL BALL BASKETBALL WORKOUT
A small ball workout for basketball builds precision and feel by challenging your hands with drills like finger rolls, palm circles, and tight dribbles (crossovers, between legs, behind back) in a low, athletic stance, making it easier to control a full-size ball later, with progressions from stationary move
SMALL BALL BASKETBALL WORKOUT
A small ball workout for basketball builds precision and feel by challenging your hands with drills like finger rolls, palm circles, and tight dribbles (crossovers, between legs, behind back) in a low, athletic stance, making it easier to control a full-size ball later, with progressions from stationary moves to adding movement like zigzag dribbling.
1. SMALL BALL SERIES
- Right and left bounding ball
- Between-the-legs zig-zag
- Retreat → crossover → attack
2. TWO-BALL SERIES
- Both balls pound
- Alternate dribbles
- One high / one low
3. MOVEMENT DRIBBLING
Cone drills
- Zig-zag crossover
- Between-the-legs zigzag
- Retreat → crossover → attack
Purpose:
✔ Improve ball control
✔ Increase hand speed & coordination
✔ Build confidence handling the ball
DEFENSIVE WORK "BAND WORK" TECHNIQUE - 15 MIN
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
ON-BALL PRESSURE DRILLS
1. Partner drill – band on defender
- Mirror slides (offensive player moves, defender reacts)
- Contain the drive (force baseline)
- Cut-off drill (beat them to the spot)
No reaching. Chest over hips. Active hands.
2. LATERAL SLIDE SERIES
Band around waist or ankles
- Side-to-side slides (baseline to lane line)
- Zig-zag slid
ON-BALL PRESSURE DRILLS
1. Partner drill – band on defender
- Mirror slides (offensive player moves, defender reacts)
- Contain the drive (force baseline)
- Cut-off drill (beat them to the spot)
No reaching. Chest over hips. Active hands.
2. LATERAL SLIDE SERIES
Band around waist or ankles
- Side-to-side slides (baseline to lane line)
- Zig-zag slides (cone to cone)
- Close-out → slide → recover
3. FORCE TO WEAKNESS
- Play on top of ball
- Force to weak side
- Crowd space and recovery
- Take away triple threat
- Eliminate recovery
- Active hands
Explode off outside foot, no crossing feet.
BASKETBALL WORK "100 X 10" SHOOTING - 15 MIN
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
REBOUNDING AND JUMPING "JUMP WORKOUT" - 10 MIN
BASKETBALL SHOOTING WORKOUT
1. Close range – no jumping at first
- One-hand form shots (right & left)
- Two-hand set shots
- Light jump shots (3–5 feet)
2. Off - the - dribble shooting
- Right-hand pull-ups
- Left-hand pull-ups
- Jab → pull-up
- Crossover → pull-up
3. Spot - shooting
5 spots: corners, wings, top
- 10 makes per spot
- Catch → square → shoot
BASKETBALL SHOOTING WORKOUT
1. Close range – no jumping at first
- One-hand form shots (right & left)
- Two-hand set shots
- Light jump shots (3–5 feet)
2. Off - the - dribble shooting
- Right-hand pull-ups
- Left-hand pull-ups
- Jab → pull-up
- Crossover → pull-up
3. Spot - shooting
5 spots: corners, wings, top
- 10 makes per spot
- Catch → square → shoot
4. Form shooting
Game footwork: 1-2 step or hop.
Read space. Stop on balance.
✔ Build consistent shooting form
✔ Improve catch-and-shoot & off-dribble shots
✔ Develop range, rhythm, and confidence
✔ Train game-speed decision making
REBOUNDING AND JUMPING "JUMP WORKOUT" - 10 MIN
DRIBILLING CONTROL - "SMALL BALL" WORKOUT - 15 MIN
REBOUNDING AND JUMPING "JUMP WORKOUT" - 10 MIN
JUMPING, REBOUNDING & BOX-OUT WORKOUT
1. DYNAMIC JUMP WARM-UP
- Jump rope or pogo jumps
- Squat → jump (hands up)
- Lunge → jump – 8 each leg
- High-knee skips
2. VERTICAL & SECOND-JUMP SERIES
- Max vertical jumps (touch backboard/rim)
- Tip drill (2–3 quick jumps without landing)
- Band-resisted jumps
3. BOXOUT FUNDAMENTALS
No ball first
- Hit → seal
JUMPING, REBOUNDING & BOX-OUT WORKOUT
1. DYNAMIC JUMP WARM-UP
- Jump rope or pogo jumps
- Squat → jump (hands up)
- Lunge → jump – 8 each leg
- High-knee skips
2. VERTICAL & SECOND-JUMP SERIES
- Max vertical jumps (touch backboard/rim)
- Tip drill (2–3 quick jumps without landing)
- Band-resisted jumps
3. BOXOUT FUNDAMENTALS
No ball first
- Hit → seal → pursue
- Slide + reverse box-out
- Wall sit (box-out stance)
🛑 Wide base, low hips, arms out
🔥 Rebounding is about the 2nd jump.
👉 Land soft, explode up fast.
✔ Increase vertical jump & second jump
✔ Improve rebounding timing and toughness
✔ Master box-out fundamentals
✔ Build physical and mental dominance on the glass
Step 1 (Beginners)
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(Developed Natural Ability) – Good skills with advanced development
(Developed Natural Ability) – Good skills with advanced development
(Developed Natural Ability) – Good skills with advanced development
Level-UP (Elite Training) – High-level training & game preparation
(Developed Natural Ability) – Good skills with advanced development
(Developed Natural Ability) – Good skills with advanced development
CTA Basketball is excited to welcome Jadarian Holloway (Swag) to the staff as our new Junior Trainer!
Swag will be working with athletes ages 5–12, specializing in 1-on-1 skill development training focused on fundamentals, confidence building, ball handling, shooting, and overall basketball IQ. His energy, passion, and experience make him a great addition to helping our young players grow on and off the court.
Jadarian Holloway – Class of 2026 – Point Guard
Jadarian Holloway is a standout point guard in the Class of 2026 at Opelika High School. Recognized as an All-Area MVP, Jadarian continues to make a major impact on the court with his leadership, skill, and competitive drive.
Averaging 15 points, 2 assists, and 2 steals per game, he consistently sets the tone offensively while applying relentless pressure on defense. His ability to control the tempo, create scoring opportunities, and defend at a high level makes him a key asset to his team.
Jadarian’s work ethic and passion for the game separate him from the competition, and his continued development positions him as one of the top rising guards in his class.
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