Best stick position for attack and scanning- Explain the naturally when people are new to the sport, they keep the stick and ball close to their body at a ‘12 o’clock’ position.
This inhibits where the player can pass and scan. Whereas the best position is around ‘2 o’clock’. This
leaves many more options for the player to pass from as there is more maneuverability room.
This also allows the player to scan more as the ball is in a more natural position.
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