Denying space
How to force ball away from certain areas of the pitch and where to force it to
How can we keep the ball in a channel and towards a side line and away from goal as a team
Force the ball somewhere even though we have not got possession
1 player in either end zone
2 teams of 3 trying to get ball to other end, other team trying to apply pressure to stop them from getting ball higher up pitch
Individually – think about how far you are from ball carrier when applying pressure. Applying enough for ball carrier to put head down so can’t see goal.
Deny space
Force them out wide
Block channels
Look threatening – use body to close player down
How can I help my teammates – how can I help keep ball in the areas wide
Communication – support player
Much stronger as a team than an individual
in more ways than one
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in more ways than one
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