The field can be divided in a number of ways. Most often it is divided into 1/3s, both vertically and horizontally. Adding the half spaces when dividing the field vertically creates a shorthand for positioning and movement.
A helpful way to organize a team's spacing is to have only two outfield players in any vertical channel at a time.
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