Defensive shape and compactness

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DESCRIPTION

  • SetUp
  • Players set up in pairs as shown, one ball between two

Organization

  • Defender starts with the ball and passes to the attacker. The attacker receives the ball and begins to dribble at the defender. The defender takes a defensive shape in relation to the attacker.
  • Progressions
  • 1) Introduce concept of pressure, closing down quickly, good body shape
  • 2) Introduce concept of balance and weight on front foot even though moving backwards
  • 3) Full pressure defending

COACHING POINTS

Coaching Points

• Deny Space
• Deny Time
• Deny Penetration
• Body position side on, touching distance, knees bent
• Balance/Weight on front foot

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