Defending: shutting down space

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DESCRIPTION

Setup:

  • 30 x 60 yard area
  • field of play divided in half
  • 3 equal teams - one team in each half with the 3rd start on the yellow cones
  • Play begins with yellow on the ball and they must make 4 passes before they pass the ball across to blue. If red wins the ball, they immediately pass to blue and yellow become defenders.

Progression:

  • 4 passes, unlimited touch
  • 4 passes, 2 touch
  • note that while this is titled defending, it can be used to coach offensive possesion

COACHING POINTS

Offence:

  • dynamic movement - pass & move
  • communication - demand the ball/guide your teammates (hold/turn)
  • Know what you are doing with the ball before you receive - shoulder check

Defence:

  • shutdown space quickly
  • work as a unit
  • guide the first defender to play into support
  • do not jump in

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