Speed and agility training is crucial for basketball players to improve footwork skills as well as improve cardio-respiratory stamina. Speed and agility training is also key in decreasing injury for basketball players.

What does quickness mean in basketball?

While the term quickness can describe a variety of quick movements, one of the most under appreciated skills is your ability to get your body in proper position. In the game of basketball you often have to switch from a side shuffle to a back pedal, to an acceleration position without breaking stride.

How speed is used in basketball?

You make the catch and speed dribble, accelerating toward the other team's basket until you hit the free throw line, where you have to stop on a dime and pull up for an easy 15-footer. That's basketball speed.