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Backline Stack

WD and GD will start in a stacked position, one behind the other with the WD in front The C will start just inside the centre third to allow the WD and GD space Both players will split and go in opposite directions to make an offer for the ball The WD is likely to receive the ball The GD will then change direction and drive down court to offer for the next ball from the WD The C will receive the ball from the GD - they must ensure they time their movement correctly

Set Plays

Centre Deep

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (WA in this example) on the line and the other (GA) positioned off the line Both the WA and GA will offer for the centre pass WA will receives the ball from the C GA recognises that they did not receive first ball and will clear out to get down court into the circle Once the C has passed the ball to the WA they will then drive deep down court to receive the second phase ball from back from the WA The GS will hold their space until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GA The GA should be able to receive the ball from the GS under the post

Centre Pass Set Plays

GA Receive

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (GA in this example) on the line and the other (WA) positioned off the line Both the WA and GA will offer for the centre pass GA receives the ball from the C WA recognises that they did not receive first ball and drives deep down court to receive the second phase ball from the GA The GS will hold their space until the WA has released the ball and the GS will receive the ball into space The GS will put the ball up for a shot

Centre Pass Set Plays

GS Exit Top

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (GA in this example) on the line and the other (WA) positioned off the line Both the WA and GA will offer for the centre pass WA will receives the ball from the C GA recognises that they did not receive first ball and will clear out to get down court into the circle The GS will then exit from the top of the circle to receive the ball from the WA The GA will time their movement to enter the circle and receive the ball from the GS allowing her to put up a shot

Centre Pass Set Plays

Intercepting passes down court

Half the group have a ball each, the other half has to stand tactically in between the two lines. The players with the balls start behind the line and have to try and get across to the other line by using the static players (middle players can pivot on the spot). 1 or 2 catchers have to try and intercept the balls. Players caught out must either sit out or help catch out the remaining players. See how many of the attacking team can get successfully across to the other side!

Attack

Overload Variation

The WA and GA will set up on the same side of the court They should be in a staggered position, so one slightly in front of the other (as shown in the diagram) The WA, GA and WD will all come over the line to produce an offer for the ball The WA should cut their angle towards the ball and receive the pass from the C The WA will then do a 'give-and-go' with the WD, who should receive the ball lateral to the WA The WA penetrate down court to the circle edge to receive the ball back from the WD The GS will hold their space until the WA has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GA The GS can choose to take the shot (as shown in the animation)OR The GA can receive the ball from the GS under the post

Centre Pass Set Plays

WA/GA Cross

The WA and GA will set up centrally and off the line - ensuring they are both ball side (with their defenders on the outside, as shown) The player slightly in front, in this case the WA, will lead and drive out for the ball but cross over to the GA's side Likewise, the GA will go the opposite way and cross over into the WA's side The GA will receive the ball from the C The WA recognises they haven't been used and will put their outside foot down and drive hard to receive the second phase ball on the circle edge The C will clear wide, to give the WA space, but then drive hard at an angle to receive the ball at the top of the circle ready to feed in The GS will hold their space until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, receive it from the C and put up a shot

Centre Pass Set Plays

WD, GD Split

WD and GD will set up to present an offer, however they will not be receiving the ball The WD will start ball side and pull wide, taking the GS and WA with them to leave space in the middle The GD will pull wide the other way and take the GA away to leave space in the middle The C will time their movement and drive hard down the middle to receive the ball from the GK By this time the WD and GD will have driven down court to offer for the next pass The WD will receive the ball from the C The GD will receive the ball from the WD

Set Plays

Wide Set-Up

The WA and GA will set up at opposite sides - in this example above, the WA is set up on the right and GA on the left The WA and GA will both provide an offer for the ball The WA will receive the ball from the C The C will then drive hard to get depth into the goal third and receive the ball from the WA on the circle edge The GS will hold their space ball side (in front) until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GA The GA should be able to receive the ball from the GS under the post

Centre Pass Set Plays

Working Together

Set up two feeders facing each other - approximately 5m apart Two workers will start in the middle in a staggered position - so they are balancing the court Both players will drive for the ball The feeder can choose which player to pass to The player who does not receive the ball must change direction and drive hard down court to recieve the ball from their partner The player will pass the ball off to the other feeder This repeats - both players will re offer for the ball The practice is continuous - players should work for a certain time or number of reps

Movement

Down court progressions Moveme...

Full team lined up down the length of the court about 2 metres off the midline.1.Ball starts down one end of the court. Players are to drive straight to reci2. Players are to make a movement (i.e. dodge) before receiving the ball in the middle of the court. Players to turn and pass down the court.2. Players make a movement before driving into the middle of the court.3. First player in the line 'clears out', second player drives foward to receive the pass. Pass is given to the player who has peeled out and so on down the court.

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Down Court Movement Roles & re...

Full court, 6+ players, 1 passer, 1ball.Ball starts down one end of the court with a passer to start the drill.3 sets of partners set up down the court.Partner set 1 drives away from passer then forwards.Passer decides who to pass the ball too. The player who does not recieve the pass is to drive out and down the court. Other partners repeat this process.

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Intercepting passes down court...

Half the group have a ball each, the other half has to stand tactically in between the two lines. The players with the balls start behind the line and have to try and get across to the other line by using the static players (middle players can pivot on the spot). 1 or 2 catchers have to try and intercept the balls. Players caught out must either sit out or help catch out the remaining players. See how many of the attacking team can get successfully across to the other side!

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Passing down the axis of the c...

position lines of players (or a team) down the court in a straight line, preferably in position order. The GK faces the back wall away from the court, throws the ball up in the air, rotates, receives and releases the ball to the next player. The next player up the line drives into space, with a sharp change of direction and also receives, rotates and then releases the ball to the next player up the line.

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Varied Running - Up and Down t...

Simple jogging x 4 lengthsJog backwards x 2 lengthsSwitch jogging, switching between forward & sideways facing x 2 lengthsJog, grapevine technique x 2 lengthsJog, Zig-zag running - two steps right, two steps left x 2 lengthsStatic squats - keep heels on ground, knees over feet x 10 on each legStatic toe rolls - Up onto toes, rock back onto heels x 20Zig zag at a faster pace - cut out the squeaky shoe noise, so running and not sliding x 2 lengthsSlow walking lunges - 5 to the right, 5 to the left - Head up, keep steady, keep in line, back straightStatic side lunges - 5 to the right, 5 to the left - feet parallel

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Line drive - through court mov...

Set up: One ball, full court, 5+ players.1. Players line up down the middle of the court, evenly spaced. 2. Ball starts at one end and will simply be passed down to each player. 3. Players have to make a movement and time this with receiving the ball.4. Player recieves a pass then turns and passes down the line.

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Through court movement Set Pla...

Set up: 7+ players, one ball, full court.Players set up in loosely positioned areas. Ball starts down one end i.e. with the shooter and players work the ball through the full court.

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Dribble up and down Warm ups -...

Every player has 1 ball and runs bouncing the ball up and down the length of the court.

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GA Receive Set Plays - Netball...

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (GA in this example) on the line and the other (WA) positioned off the lineBoth the WA and GA will offer for the centre passGA receives the ball from the CWA recognises that they did not receive first ball and drives deep down court to receive the second phase ball from the GAThe GS will hold their space until the WA has released the ball and the GS will receive the ball into spaceThe GS will put the ball up for a shot

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Line drive - through court mov...

Set up: One ball, full court, 5+ players.1. Players line up down the middle of the court, evenly spaced. 2. Ball starts at one end and will simply be passed down to each player. 3. Players have to make a movement and time this with receiving the ball.4. Player recieves a pass then turns and passes down the line.

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GA Receive Centre Pass Set Pla...

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (GA in this example) on the line and the other (WA) positioned off the lineBoth the WA and GA will offer for the centre passGA receives the ball from the CWA recognises that they did not receive first ball and drives deep down court to receive the second phase ball from the GAThe GS will hold their space until the WA has released the ball and the GS will receive the ball into spaceThe GS will put the ball up for a shot

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Defenders Dictating Play Defen...

Create a narrow channel for 2 attackers and 2 defenders to work in, from the centre circle to the end of court.Have a feeder on each side of the channel; both able to move along the side.Attackers are attempting to play the ball over the baseline.Defenders are focusing on keeping the attackers high or forcing them to make as many passes as possible.(The more passes the attackers are forced to make the better. This is because they are more likely to make errors under fatigue and gives the defenders more opportunities to intercept.)<em>Points</em><em>Attackers pass the ball over the baseline = 1 point to Attackers</em><em>Defender intercepts the ball =1 point to Defenders</em>Best of 5

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Passing and Cutting Through Co...

Set up:<br>2 balls<br>4 corners in partnersPartners drive out together. One to receive a pass (attacker A) from feeder in opposite line and one to anticipate defending the oncoming attacker from diagonal side.Feeder (from opposite line) delivers ball to either one of the drivers who then becomes the attacker.Attacker A delivers ball to opposite attacker who has driven from the diagonal side.Attacker A to drive and cut through court to receive the ball from diagonal opposite feeder.Defensive partner to defend oncoming space/person.Attacker to receive the ball in front of defender.Ball returns back to line. Workers to return to line.

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Centre Pass Set Plays Drills
Centre Pass Set Plays Drills
down court SESSIONS
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Developing effective team defe...

Develop your defenders ability to deny space to prevent them from gaining any depth and struggle to make connections across the court.

Developing Defensive Units up ...

Transition from attack to defence seamlessly by working in small units to regain court position and maintain shape so you?re not wide open to the counter-attack.

Developing confident, decisive players up and down the court

Develop your players decision making and communication skills in order to gain or maintain possession of the ball and control the pace of the game.

Effectively finding space

Develop your players ability to create and penetrate space, working as a unit to provide offers for the ball carrier.

Through Court Play, Set Plays and Backing Up

Use this exciting extended skills session to improve how your team use the full court, support one another and bring the ball down court

The Overhead Pass - Putting Power behind the Pass

Use this plan to get players making quick and straight overhead passes - perfect for throw-ins, penalty passes and passing down court
down court ANSWERS
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Does anyone have any training tips on Channels?

Does anyone have any training tips on Channels?

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Need to speed up.

How do I get my team of inexperienced under 8's to move the ball faster through the game?

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How do I teach my team to read the play?

I coach a team of U15 girls who vary in their ability. Our play from the baseline throw in is disjointed and the ball is often intercepted as a result. What is the best way to teach the girls to read each others play and operate as a smooth unit?

Danielle Bridgette Schoer Coach, Australia

How to get my players thinking about court positions and timing drives?

How to get players to think about position on court and timing

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What's an exciting drill to find space and improve timing of passes?

I would like a drill that encourages the girls to find space and improve timing of throws.

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What to do when I have limited options?

If I have the netball in my hands and my teammates are not coming forward to the ball and its nearly been three seconds, whats is my best option to do, instead of giving away a free pass to the opposition (held ball)?

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Infront for a pass instead of dropping back.

Whats a good drill to help with coming infront of their partners instead of the immediate thought of dropping back for a pass?

Jordan Mills Coach, New Zealand

U10's making space and passing the ball early?

Hello all, I have been coaching my u10's currently for 2 years now. They are a fabulous little team i.e. gs holds and defence box out etc however we are never winning games! They are currently playing up a year and after sitting back and watching what is going wrong I had noticed they all seem to be in one area so no-one can drive into a space to receive a direct fast ball. When this occasionally does happen the ball is not released fast enough and consequently intercepted! I was wondering if anyone has an tips on space, driving into space, and early passes! This team could be amazing if we sort this is out! Please help!!!!!!!!!

Mia Kersey Coach, England

Shoulder passing drills

Hi, I coach a team of good standard 9 and 10 year olds. I am coaching them to pass the ball up the court more quickly and with pace, using shoulder passes. Can you recommend any good drills for this. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

james Coach, England

Grade 1 0/7 first time players

Hi im coaching the grade 1 netball team this year. Its my first time coaching so i just want some tips on how to start with practice. Some easy drills and things to do with them to make it fun and so they can learn.Thank youLindie

lindie swarts Coach, South Africa

How do I get my 11/12 year olds to move the ball down the court?

I am in need of drills or advice on how to get my team of 11/12 year olds to move the ball down the court from player to player without them all chasing it like a pack of seagulls?

Bobby OConnor Coach, Australia

C not driving down the court!!!

How do I get my centre to drive down the court not sideways and to the sideline when bringing the ball down the court out of defence!!!

Mia Kersey Coach, England

Using lanes to bring ball down court?

drill to assist team to use lanes bringing ball down court instead of clogging the areas?

Liza Costa Coach, Australia

Getting players to drive down ...

Ive got 2 girls that have never played before and they keep driving to catch the ball into the thrower's space, i've tried to tell them to move out the space and even spent a whole training session teaching the team how to use space on the court but they still keep trying to catch the ball next to or just in front of the player, does anyone know any drills that encourage driving away from the ball and down the court away from the thrower?

Lahni C Coach, Australia

Stalking players - passing dow...

One of my players stalks every time she gets the ball, she doesn't have good balance, what drill apart from teaching her to slow down could I use.

Tracy Broe Coach, New Zealand

Players passing is poor | Spor...

Lately my players have been passing to the other team. Their timing is off and their play is way to fast down court.

Aligirl Coach, Australia

How do you stop crowding | Spo...

My friend coaches an under 13s team and when someone has the ball they all run for it like seagulls going for bread. The coach has told them many times to spread out and for not everyone to run to the ball at once but the girls keep doing it and they can't get the ball down the court.

Laura Henshaw Coach, Australia

Where are coaches permitted to...

Hi, does anybody know exactly where the coaches are allowed to stand during a game? I have asked a few people already and they are not 100% sure . It would be great if anyone has the correct answer to this and/or where I could find it? Thanks

Mick Coach, Australia

Slowing down the game | Sportp...

Does anyone have any tips or drills to help slow down the speed of a game? My 14b side are rushing their play and as a result silly mistakes are being made. I have looked on this site and tried google but cant find anything.

chantell morgan Coach, Australia

Rules question: Causing contac...

After my opponent release the ball can I use my body but not arms to block in front of her so as to prevent her from going to the front?( In centre third) If the opponent just run ahead and crash on the defender, is it a contact?Or in fact the action of the defender preventing the attacker to run towards goal third is obstruction or a rule called" causing contact"?

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