Netball | Defence Drills

Master positioning and defensive technique.
GK GD WD All Levels U12+
Why These Drills Work
Defensive Stance
Learn correct body positioning, 3-foot distance, and how to legally pressure the ball.
Interceptions
Develop timing and anticipation to read passes and win turnovers.
1v1 Defending
Practice marking, shadowing, and denying space to attacking players.

This category focuses on individual and team defensive skills including marking, interceptions, and positioning.These drills help defenders develop anticipation, timing, and the ability to shut down attackers.Perfect for GK, GD, WD and all players developing defensive awareness.Ideal for coaches building a strong defensive unit that creates turnovers.

HOW TO USE THESE DRILLS...

There are three stages of Defence in netball:

  1. Shadowing - Being on your toes, ready to pounce
  2. 2. Pressure (3 ft) - Make things difficult for the opposition
  3. 3. Deny Space (block) - Win back possession for your team

The defence drills below will improve your players' shadowing of the opposition (man marking) and their ability to zone, all the while keeping three feet away to ensure they don't give away free passes.

Other netball skills covered include defending as individual and defending as a team - fast footwork to get in front - peripheral vision (so you can see the attacker, ball and other defenders) - and developing your defender's ability to read the game and intercept the ball.

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