8 year olds shouldn't be pressing yet... by: Joe Waters - webmaster
Hey Alberto...great basketball question.
I don't agree with pressing at such a young age. Here's why...
Eight year olds are still developing their dribbling, passing, cutting skills - as well as getting to understand the game.
This is hard enough for most of the kids at this age. When you add a press to this situation, it makes it nearly impossible for these young players to develop these fundamental basketball skills.
So, I don't agree with pressing at this age.
However, to help answer your question - no don't press if you're winning by ten points.
