Defend the Through Ball — Drop, Cover and Track
Defenders react to runners threatening the space behind, deciding when to drop, cover the passing lane and track the runner.
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Organization
Set a 30x25m area with a back line of three or four defenders and attackers starting between or in front of them. A server can play into feet or attempt a through ball when the run is triggered.
Coaching Points
See ball and runner | Drop early when pressure on the ball is weak | Hold when the passer is under strong pressure | Cover behind the stepping defender | Track runs until danger is removed
Progressions
- Make all attackers and the server fully live.
Regressions
- Use one runner at a time and predetermine the passing trigger.
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