Defensive Structure/Setup
•Setup up point of defence. Cover BBG line
•Man to man marking, ball side and help side
•Don’t clear the ball through the centre
•Don’t over commit on your tackles •Protect your feet in the circle, low body position
•Hold the centre of the field •Make the tackle outside the circle
•Create pockets in the midfield and outside so win can win the ball over. •Don’t allow turnovers in 25m Break down play, Force to win a turnover
Be clear and consice with players.
Ask them if they understand the rols and responsibilitiandinges.
Allow them to give feedback of their understing.
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