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Field Hockey BCGeneral Tactical Instruction

Prepared by: Robin DAbreo Provincial Development Coach - FHBCTel: 604 730 7220 Email: [email protected]
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214 1367 West Broadway tel 604.730.7220Vancouver, B.C. V6H 4A9 fax 604.737.6043Email: [email protected]

ATTACK - GENERAL

Theory:

Its harder to defend big spaceso stretch the field out by maintaining width and depth

Always prioritize support for the ball carriero Work hard to create distinct passing options around the ball

Create numerical advantageo Quick free hits / restartso passing and supporting / following the pass / or give and gos can create simple two on one

situations anywhere in the fieldo aggressive well timed leads will also allow isolation of defenders and create simple two on

oneso off ball forwards overloading the bal side

Look to create danger in front of the ballo Allows attack to advance forward with paceo Can be accomplished with players initially square to the ball leading through (deep), or off

ball players who do not have a cover responsibility, leading deep

Unbalancing the defenseo

Forcing the defense to react to or make decisions on forward movement can create spaceor passing options to exploito This can be accomplished by leading deep, through interchange (both laterally and

vertically), or passing and supporting (overlapping)

Counter cover / counter defense / weak side covero Preparing for the counterattack while attackingo Ball side players on attacking team support the attacko Off ball (weak/help side players pinch into the middle to allow for transfer of the ball and to

help defend a counter attack in the event of a turnover

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DEFENSE - GENERAL

Theory:

Its easier to defend small spaceso Cut off ability to transfer and

channel ball carrier to create adefinite ball side and help side

o Ball side players can be moreaggressive with pressure and helpside players pinch into the middlefor cover

Control/ dominate the space around the ballo Eliminate passing optionso Tight marking on the ball side

especially around the ballo Ball side players position for

possible interception

Prevent penetration into advantage ordangerous space

o Communicate to help blockpassing lanes

o Help side players pinch into themiddle of the field

If first defender to the ball approaches from thefront, ball carrier has options to pass to both sideof the field and defenders have to cover theentire field. The defense is spread out and findsit hard to dominate the space around the ball.

HELP SIDE BALL SIDE

If first defender to the ball approaches with intent

to channel, ball carrier has options to pass onlyto one side of the field and defenders have tocover half the space. A ball side/ help side iscreated allowing aggressive marking on the ballside and infield cover of the dangerous spacefrom the help side.


HELP SIDE

Ball is passed across on the black team. CF on Whiteteam cuts off the option to transfer the ball back andbegins to pressure the line of the square pass backacross. Players now on the ball side mark tightly andplayers on the help side pinch into the middle of thefield for cover. The CM repositions on the ball side oftheir check.

BLACK HAS THE BALL AND IS COMINGOUT OF THEIR END IN ATTACK

RWLW

CF

LM CM

LD

SW

RM

CB

RD

BALL SIDE


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ROLES IN ATTACK AND DEFENSE

There are three roles in attack and three roles indefense and it is essential that every field player beable to fulfill them all. With all the roles it is important

to keep in mind the location of and pressure on theball, location of teammates, and the location ofopponents.

Att acking Role 1 (AR1):o Ball carriero Responsible for keeping

possession by passing ordribbling in order to facilitate apass

o Critical requirements:

Awareness of options

sound decision making

Att acking Role 2 (AR2):o Support player potentially one

pass away from the ballo Responsible for repositioning to

provide a distinct passingoption for the ball carrier (AR1)

o Positioning is based on the needsof the ball carrier and other AR2players in the area


Awareness of AR1 andother AR2s

Communication (bothverbal and non-verbal)with AR1and other AR2s.

Att acking Role 3 (AR3):o Support player potentially two o r

more passes away from the ballo Responsible for creating space

(depth and width)over and abovethe immediate support provided by

AR2s.o Critical requirements:

Awareness of other AR3sas well as support for andpressure on the ball

carrier. Communication (both

verbal and non-verbal)with other AR3s to createspace.

Anticipation of how theplay is likely to unfold.

Attacking Roles

WHITE HAS THE BALL AND IS COMING OUT

OF THEIR END IN ATTACK

AR1

AR3

DR1

DR2

DR3

AR2

AR2

AR2

AR2

AR3

AR3

DR2

DR2

DR3

DR3

DR3

AR2

AR3

DR3


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Defensive Role 1 (DR1):

o Closest player to AR1o Pressures the ball carrier to

prevent forward passeso The lines for pressure will depend

on team tactics and the relativeorganization of the players aroundthe ball but it is usually in the lineof a pass to a dangerous player orin the line of a pass to dangerousspace (often the same thing)


Awareness oforganization of otherdefensive players aroundthe ball

Must maintain engagingdistance to the ball carrierto avoid getting eliminated

Defensive Role 2 (DR2):o Players closest to DR1o Eliminate the options

immediately around the ball(passes to AR2s)


Awareness of the ballcarriers options

Awareness oforganization of otherdefensive players aroundthe ball

Defensive Role 3 (DR3):o Defensive players furthest from

the ballo Position to provide depth and

cover in defense as well aspossible help for DR2s


Awareness of potentialdanger (dangerous spaceand AR3 movement)

Communication toposition players in front of

you

Roles need to be filled in number order i.e. DR1before DR2 and DR2 before DR3. This is a keypoint as it allows players to know what theirpriorities are based on the location of the balland their teammates. In attack for example thereis no point in looking to create space (AR3) if theball carrier has no options (i.e. AR2 role is notfilled).

Defensive Roles WHITE HAS THE BALL AND IS COMING OUTOF THEIR END IN ATTACK

AR1

AR3

DR1

DR2

DR3

AR2

AR2

AR2

AR2

AR3

AR3

DR2

DR2

DR3

DR3

DR3

AR2

AR3

DR3


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TYPES OF SPACE

There are three types of space, Possession Space,Advantage Space, and Dangerous Space

Possession Space:o Square with or behind the ball

carriero Easy to make passeso Poorly defendedo Easy to keep possession

Advantage Space:o Forward space between the ball

carrier and the first line ofdefenders

o Well defended by playersimmediately around the ball

o Harder to keep possession

Dangerous Space:o Space behind the first line of

defenders closer to the goalo Very well defended by multiple

lines of defenseo Hardest to keep possessiono Passes into this space have the

highest risk of being interceptedbut also pose the greatest threat tothe defense


WHITE HAS THE BALL AND IS COMING OUT

OF THEIR END IN ATTACK

Pass into Possession Space

Pass into Advantage Space

Pass into Dangerous Space


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BALL SIDE AND HELP SIDE

Theory in Defense:

Concept is used to determine how tightlyoffensive players are marked

o Players on the ball side aremarked tightly as it is likely theattack will advance up that side

o Players on the non-ball side orhelp side pinch into the center ofthe field and protect the dangerousspace

o Even though they are not tightlymarked, players on the help sideneed to stay even or just slightlydeeper than their checks to allowfor recovery in case the ball getsswitched around

Black dots are defending

White dots are attacking

Notice how the defensive RM and RD pinchinto the middle of the field to help protectthe dangerous space but still stay even orslightly deeper than their checks to allow fora possible recovery if the ball gets through.

Theory in Offense:

Concept is used to determine commitmentto attack and level of direct support for theball carrier

o Ball side players (including wingdefenders) are free to join theattack as necessary

o Help side players (excluding theforwards) pinch into the middle ofthe field in anticipation of apossible turnover and counterattack


BALL SIDE HELP SIDE


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COUNTER COVER (COUNTER DEFENSE)

Theory:

Ball side players (including wing defenders) are free to join the attack as necessary

Help side players (excluding the forwards) pinch into the middle of the field in anticipation of a

possible turnover and counter attack

The diagram shows a build upIn attack on the right side.

Note the movement of the LDand LM. They are bothmoving into the middle ofthe field to provide cover fora possible turnover.

It is important to note howeverthat they are still accountablefor their marks and should bein a position to recover if theball does get switched totheir checks.While accounting for their

check , defenders should alsotry to position themselves in apassing lane to an opponentfurther up the field (as is thecase with any zonal marking).For example our LM shouldalways play in the lane to theopposition RW.


Counter Defense (weak side cover)

CB

SW

RD

LD

LM

CM

RM

RW

CF

LW

CF

LW

RW

RM

CM

LM

LD

RD

SW

CB


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DOUBLE DEFENSE (DOUBLE TEAMING)

Use:

Dispossession of ball carrier by usingteammates to help make the tackle

The tactic requires two defenders, thechanneling defender (CD) and the tacklingdefender (TD)

Theory:

Team defensive technique that prioritizeskeeping the ball carrier moving to their left(defenders forehand).

The ball carrier at all costs cannot eliminatethe defenders into the middle of the field

Helps establish a ball side and a helpside to allow defenders on the ball side tobe more aggressive with pressure anddefenders on the help side to pinch intothe middle of the field to provide supportand cover

Defender

Attacker

Pass

Stick

Ball


Run


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Execution:

The defender closest to the ball as thechanneling defender (CD), closes thedistance to the attacker

As you approach the forward, pick up the

speed of the attacker by arcing your run tocome in more from your left (forwards right)and encourage / channel the attacker toyour strong/forehand side

CD should end up a position where theyare essentially running with the attackerhips pointed in the same direction

to ensure correct channel position imaginea horizontal line running through the ballparallel to the baselinethe channelingdefenders stick should be in front of thatline but their body should be behind it(overstepping the line with the body willpotentially allow a pullback thus loosing

containment of the forward).Alternatively to maintain correct channelposition the defender can look to run hip tohip with the forward

Once channel position has beenestablished the CD should close thedistance to the attacker withoutcompromising the above rule

Stick position should be as low as possibleso that a draw to the attackers right willresult in a tackle being made the attackerhas no choice but to keep going wide orpull the ball directly back and around (whichslows the play and allows the defensiveteam to get back).

Pressure by the CD should be high enoughthat the attackers attention is on the balland they do not see the flat stick tacklebeing set up ahead

When convinced that the attackersattention is on the ball the TD can moveinto position to make the flat stick tackle.

The TDs angle of engagement should besuch that the space diagonally forward ofthe attacker (danger zone) is blocked bythe TDs body

As the tackle is being made (andcommunicated by the TD), the CD shouldstart to recover to the space behind the TDis case the tackle is not successful

If the CD has lost containment (an effectivechannel) of the attacker, the TD shouldavoid trying to flat stick tackle and insteadassume the role of the CD and try andestablish an effective channel the originalCD can then recover to the space behindand if possible assume the role of the TD.

INCORRECT angleof engagement forTackling Defender(TD)

DangerZone

CORRECT angle ofengagement forTackling Defender(TD)

DangerZone

Tackling defender(TD) approaches aschanneling defender(CD) forces ballcarriers attention onthe ball

Line B

A

Correct Channel Position: stick in front ofLine B, body behind line B. Once correctposition has been established, distance Acan be shortened to apply more pressure to

DangerZone

ChannelingDefender (CD)cannot geteliminated into theDanger Zone


ChannelingDefender (CD)closes the distanceand picks up speedof the attacker


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DEFENSIVE OUTLETTING TIPS

1. Set up and get the ball into play quickly (before the defense has a chance to set up)2. Provide distinct passing options for the ball carrier3. Get the ball moving to change the line to passing options and force the defense to

reposition4. Look to isolate simple 2v1 opportunities5. Reposition after every pass to create more passing options and fill transfer and cover

responsibilities6. Communicate and time leads to get open7. Vary the short and the long game (passing vs. big hits out of the back)8. Getting the ball out of trouble doesnt have to be petty

1. Getting the foul and working the ball up 5 yards at a time is sometimes goodenough

2. Look for and train the quick restart after the foul to catch the defense beforethey have a chance to set up

When the ball in on the sidelines, players in the back field should prioritize: Short support for the ball carrier Options to transfer the ball Cover (from the weak/non ball side)


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DEFENSIVE MOVEMENT OPTIONS

Defensive movement is invariably based on satisfying three principles, usually in the following order:1. Support to create a distinct passing option for the ball carrier (this usually involves repositioning after every

pass!).2. Positioning to accommodate the transfer of the ball to another part of the field.3. Positioning to provide weak side/ off ball cover in case of a turnover.

We will usually set up in a trough or bowl formation. This provides maximum defensive cover and makes it easy totransfer the ball across the field. If under no pressure from the opposition we will try and spread out and create as muchwidth as possible. Pressure by the opposition, either in free play or when pressed on defensive free hits, will force us toreposition in order to create more options for the ball carrier.

RD

Backfield formation no pressure

Defenders spread out and create width

Easy passing options

SW

LD

CD

LM

CM

RM

LW

CF

RW

Backfield formation under pressure B Backfield repositions to deal with the pressure

CD has followed the pass to the LD to create ashort passing option

SW shifts over to create a transfer option RD shifts into the middle for cover and to help

transfer the ball CF is forced to choose between covering SW or

the CD they cant do both

SW

LD

CD

RD

LM

CM

RM

LW

CF

RW

RD

Backfield formation under pressure A

No repositioning by the defenders

Easy for forwards to cut off passes and angles

Will likely result in a turnover because ball carrierhas no options

RM

SW

LD

LM

CM

CD

LWRW

CF

Backfield formation under pressure C

LD has managed to switch the ball through theSW and the RD

RD is still infield due to their weak side coverpositioning

RM now has to sprint out wide to create a widepassing option for RD

SW

LD

CD

RD

CF

LW

LM

CM RM



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DEFENDING THE BOTTOM 1/3 OF THE FIELD

Theory:

Channel wide and away from the dangerousspace to the net

Initial pressure is usually applied in the directline between the ball and the net as the hardhit ball into the circle is still a legitimate threatand this lane needs to be blocked

defenders do not chase the ball if passed wideto another atacker, instead they drop back tohelp cover the dangerous space and the nextclosest defender to the ball carrier sprints up toput direct pressure on the attacker

The rest of the defenders will provide coverand are constantly deciding betweenprotecting the dangerous space/and or theman as attackers move into and out of thecircle

As with any marking situation, attackers closerto the ball and those in the dangerous spaceare marked tighter

The degree to which you can commit tomarking outside the dangerous space willdepend on the numbers and level oforganization in defense

If unorganized or outnumbered, defenders canbe aware of attackers leading out of the circlebut need not get sucked out to mark them asthis leave the dangerous space to the netundefended

With the above roles in mind the defendershave to dispense with the burden of playingtheir position and simply fill the role that needs

the most immediate attention

Pressure and Cover C

Pressure and Cover B

Pressure and Cover A

Pressure and Cover D


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Baseline Circle Defense

Strong Side Weak Side


DEFENSE OF THE CIRCLE

Effective defense of our circle will be a critical part of our defense. Limiting the number of goal scoring opportunities andpenalty corners conceded will give us a chance to compete against any team. Our defense will rely on patience anddiscipline. Diving in and over committing to the tackle are basically the only ways the opposition wins PCs. I willtherefore be essential to:

stay calm, balanced and in control as you approach the ball carrier

be conscious of your angles of approach so that you are taking away the right options

be conscious of your distance away from the ball carriero Too far and we cannot make a tackle and will allow the ball carrier to look up and make a pass or take a

shoto Too close and we cannot react in time to a pull back (draw) or a change in direction and it will be

impossible to protect your feet

Strong Side

first priority is to keep the forward wide Forwards will be looking to pull the ball back inside so

maintain discipline to not dive into the tackle Ideally tackle should be made outside the circle but NOT

at the expense of giving up your angles and gettingbeaten with an easy pull inside

If forward gains the baseline it becomes even moreimportant to not dive into a tackle be patient and protectthe most dangerous passing lane

o If you have help from teammates with picking upthe other forwards in the circle then protect theguard lane (directly up toward the top of the circle,from the ball carrier)

o If you do not have help the most dangerous laneis probably the lane to the stroke spot

Weak Side Keep forward wide Ideally try to get to the baseline first (before the forward) and try to channel forward out and away from the circle If forward gains the baseline, block/ defend the lane to the most dangerous option

o If you have help from teammates with picking up the other forwards in the circle then protect the guard lane(directly up toward the top of the circle, from the ball carrier)

o If you do not have help, the most dangerous lane is probably the lane to the stroke spot


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FULL PRESS

Theory:

Used to try and force a turnover when the opponents are trying to get the ball out of their deepdefensive corners

Ability to transfer the ball is cut off by the CF and the off ball winger

High pressure on the ball carrier as soon as the ball is in play

Tight marking (intercept positioning) on opponents who are passing options immediately around the ballcarrier

If unable to intercept then angle of pressure needs to be such that opponent is forced to turn to theirweak side

Upon intercepting, ball should be passed immediately to the CF who will be free at the top of the D

SW LH

RH SW

CF

CF

RWRH

LHCBLW

LM

CMCBCM

RM CM

CF cutting off the deep transfer

LW cutting off the shallow (square) transfer

RW pressuring the scoop or short ball

RM, CM, RH, CB are all in possible intercept

positions LM providing weak side cover, protecting the

lane to the RW (is positioned by the LH)

SW plays as always in the line between theball and the goal (is positioned by the CB)

LH is providing deep cover (helps with anypositioning flaws)

LW

RW

LM

LH

CB

Full Press- Right Side

RWCM

LM

SW

RM

RH

C

LWRW

RMLW

LM

RM

SWLH

CBCF

RH

Full Press- Left Side


Positioning is mirror image of press on RightSide


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1 vs. 1 - DEFENSIVE

Use:

Dispossession of ball carrier without thepossibility of any teammates helping tomake the tackle

Theory:

The 1 vs. 1 is a defensive battle that reliesmost heavily on the ability to continuallyengage that ball carrier without gettingeliminated

Continual engagement slows down theattack and allows the defender to havemultiple opportunities to dispossess

A priority is to try and channel to theforehand as it is easier to tackle on thatside but this should not be done at theexpense of getting eliminated (a clear lane

might be opened to the goal as a result ofgetting into good channel position).

Upright and balanced body position iscrucial. Weight should be on the balls ofthe feet. Stance should be narrow enoughto allow for quick changes in direction

Defender should always have one foot infront of the other to avoid getting caught flatfooted be able to continually pivot whilemoving backwards to maintain both thisstance and the engaging distance to theattacker.

NOTE: Channeling will become a much higherpriority as soon as the possibility of help from

teammates is confirmed.

Hands:

Left hand at the top, with the V madebetween your thumb and forefinger goingdown the front face/ flat side of the stick

Right hand half way down with the Vsame as above and right thumb extendedstraight down the front face of the stick

NOTE: the above grip is a default and will allowfor poke tackling and upright tackles closer tothe defenders feet. It will have to be alteredaccordingly to make a forehand and reversestick tackle

Execution:

Close the distance to the attacker

As you approach the forward, pick up thespeed of the attacker by continuallypivoting or shuffling backwards on the balls

of your feet Engaging distance should be a step and a

stick length away from the ball

Try to maintain a 45 degree angle to theopponent but always keep one foot in frontof the other to avoid getting caught flatfooted

Eyes on the ball

Use the poke tackle to keep the attackerhonest. This may not win the ball but will:

o slow the attack downo help maintain the engaging

distanceo Often forces the forward to make a

decision to eliminate prematurely

resulting in upright tackles madecloser in to the defenders feet asthe forward looses control of theball or makes a move before theyare ready to do so.

Watching the attackers stick on the ball willgive you all the cues necessary todetermine the direction change of the balland allow you to make the tackle, protectyour feet, or continue pivoting as necessary

Maintain a balanced position when going into tackle (do not throw your weightcompletely forward and dive in).

Do not leave the left arm and stick

extended if the tackle is not made on thefirst attempt as this gives away the reach ofthe defender and exposes the defendersfeet.

When the ball is suitable exposed or whenthe forward looses control make an upright,forehand, or reverse stick tackle asnecessary.

45 degrees

Continual pivoting/back peddling allowthe defender to stay45 degrees belowthe attacker and astep and a sticklength away from theball.


Defender close thedistance to the ballcarrier


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1 vs. 1 - OFFENSE

Use:

Elimination of a defender to advance theattack

Theory:

The defender is most comfortable whenhe/she is able to maintain balance andcontrol over their direction and speed. Toeliminate we therefore need to create athreat that will force the defender out oftheir comfort zone and unbalance thedefender.

There are a few generalities to keep inmind that will help accomplish this goal

o Change of speedo Change of directiono Deceptiono Hold the ball in the middle of your

stance so that you have the optionof eliminating or passing left orright

As an example, a hard acceleration into achannel left or right of the defender willforce the defender to keep pace and closethe gap to prevent the attacker from justrunning by them into the space ahead. It isat this moment, where the defender isaccelerating to close the distance to theattacker that they are most vulnerable to apull inside to completely eliminate them.

Running at the defender is also effective as

it forces them to engage and possibly getcaught flat footed and off balance. This isespecially effective if the defender is tryingto channel the attacker as it will result in thedefender continuing to reposition and openup a lane to the dangerous space ahead.

It is important to accelerate after anelimination move to prevent the defenderfrom recovering and having a secondchance at the tackle. The same can besaid for cutting or sealing off a recoveringdefender to place them completely behindthe attacker and not beside them in aposition to make a second attempt at atackle.

Scenario 1(S1):Attacker runs at thedefender andaccelerates hard intothe space

S1: Attacker nowpulls the ball backand acceleratesaround the defender

S2: Repositioning ofthe defender willopen up the lane for

the attacker toaccelerate into.

S2:Attacker drives atthe defender forcingthe defender tocontinually repositionto channel forehand

Scenario 2 (S2):Defender tries toestablish a channelposition on theattacker


S1: Defender isforced to accelerateto prevent theattacker from runningby them defenderis now unbalanced.


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2 vs. 1 - DEFENSE

Use:

Delay and possibly gain possession on a 2vs. 1 attack.

Theory:

The defender is trying to isolate one of theattackers and reduce the 2v1 to a 1v1.

Try initially, with your line of approach, toencourage a pass to the attacker on yourforehand side

We ideally want the 1v 1 to be on ourforehand side to make an easier tackle(however the same theory applies if youhave to channel to your left and have tomake a reverse stick tackle).

Once the ball is on your forehand sideencourage it staying there by blocking thepassing lane with your body and/or stickposition

Pressure should then be applied in the lineof the pass to the second attacker.

There are a few generalities to keep inmind as defenders:

o Stay balanced and on your toesthe entire time

o Take small steps to allow for quickchanges in direction

o Be aggressive with closing downthe ball carrier forcing their

attention on the ball will preventthem from scanning ahead andmaking a good pass

Defender

Run

Attacker

Pass

Stick

Ball

Defender closes thedistance to theattackersencouraging thepass to attacker onthe left.

Defender nowpressures in the lineof a possible pass tothe second attackerand makes theforehand tackle


Defender uses stickposition todiscourage passacross and isolatethe ball carrier


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2 vs. 1 - OFFENSE

Use:

Elimination of a defender to advance theattack

Theory:

The defender is most comfortable whenhe/she is able to maintain balance andcontrol over their direction and speed. Toeliminate we therefore need to create athreat that will force the defender out oftheir comfort zone and unbalance thedefender.

The defender will also try to get betweenthe two attackers in order to eliminate apassing option and isolate an attackercreating a 1 vs. 1.

There are a few generalities to keep in

mind as attackers:o Avoid trying to eliminate with a

pass that needs to go through thedefenders body or stick to besuccessful

o Isolate the defender by running atthem so that a pass at the righttime will beat them completely

o Change of speedo Change of directiono Deception (faking or disguising the

pass)

A2: Supportingattacker breaks awayand to the right,creating separationfrom defender andreceives the pass

A1: .Attacker drivesat the defender toisolate them.Supporting attackeradvances.

B2: Ball is passedsquare and to thesecond attackeraccelerating on to it

Defender

Attacker

Pass

Ball

B1: Attacker drives alane and draws thedefender


Run


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3 vs. 2 - DEFENSE

Use:

Delay and gain possession on a 3 vs. 2attack.

Theory:

The defenders need to stay compact allowthe play to come to them

Play one defender higher than the other andforce the ball wide (to your forehand side ifpossible)

Deeper defender should be in a position toput immediate pressure on the ball carrieras the ball is received wide (forcing theattackers attention on the ball andpreventing a good pass)

Higher defender should recover to themiddle and protect the square pass

If a shot is given up, make sure that it isfrom the top of the D and from a bad angle


2

1

3

Ball is passed wide to 3 and 1 leads deep to

unbalance the defense. High defender holds position.Deep defender drops to protect the dangerous spacetoward the goal. 2 pinches infield to support 3

1A

2

1

3

Deep defender puts immediate and direct pressure on1 as they receive the ball. High defender recoversdeep to protect the square passing option. If a shoton net is to be given up it is given up from a weakangle.

1B

2

1

3

Ball is passed wide to 3 and 2 leads deep tounbalance the defense. High defender holds position.Deep defender drops to protect the dangerous spacetoward the goal. 1 leads square to support 3.

2A

2B

2

1

3

Immediate pressure from deep defender on 3

prevents a shot or pass to 2. 3 is able to pass squareto 1. Attacker 2 re-leads square as a possible throughpass for 1.

2C 2

1

3

High defender pressures attacker 1 hard in the line ofthe pass back to 3 and tries to at least force the shotfrom a wide angle. Deep defender recovers to themiddle of the D in case the pass is made to 2.


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3 vs. 2 - OFFENSE

Use:

Elimination of defenders to advance theattack usually in a fast break situation

Theory:

The 3 vs. 2 usually exists for a limited timein a counter attack situation and so thespeed at which the attack is executed iscritical for success

The 3 vs. 2 hinges on two importantconcepts:

o Forcing defensive decisions byunbalancing the defense

o Always having as many options forthe ball carrier as possible

The defense is unbalanced by acombination of one or more of the following:

o Creating danger in front of the ball(attackers leading deep)

o interchange the ball should be held in the middle as

much as possible to create the maximumnumber of passing possibilities (if the ball ispassed wide and a pass deep is notavailable then the ball carrier should eitherpass square into the middle or traverse intothe middle with the ball to create moreoptions)

Avoid trying to eliminate with a pass thatneeds to go through the defenders body orstick to be successful

Try whenever possible to isolate a defenderand create a 2 vs. 1 possibility.

Use deception with passing and leading to

increase success rate Do not keep ball in the same channel for

too long

Defender

Attacker

Ball

Pass

Run

Ball is passed wideto 3 and 2 leadsdeep to unbalancethe defense.

1

2

3

1A 1B

2

Ball is passed by firstdefender and seconddefender moves tocompensate. 1moves up to support.

1 3

1C

2

1

3

Ball is passedsquare to 1 who isable to take a shot atnet.

Attacker 2 makes athrough pass to 1.

1

2

3

Deep pass to 1 is not

on and so 3 passessquare to 2. 1 re-leads square toprovide a throughoption for 2.

1

2

3

Ball is passed wideto 3 and 1 leadsdeep to unbalancethe defense. 2 leadsinfield for support

1

2

2A

3

2B

2C

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