- Fast Break off a turnover
- Move the ball from own D to opposition baseline in two passes
- Score a goal from the turnover in 3 passes
- Initial defending is strong. Work as a pair to move the forward to where a comfortable tackle can be made
- The ball is picked up on the baseline on the strongside by getting feet around the ball. This allows the player to see what support he has
- It should be noted the initial ball into the D may not have been the best choice, as there was a two man screen present. May have consider playing the 90 degree pass back and attacking on the angle
- Forward gambles on the 2 defenders missing the ball, and capitalises on the mistake. This attitude should be encouraged on players
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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