Deflection Recovery Pass — React to Ricochet, Secure Next Action
A reactive passing exercise where the original passing lane is deliberately disturbed. The receiver must adjust to a ricochet, secure the loose ball and reconnect instead of freezing after the planned pass breaks down.
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Organization
Set a 14x12m grid with a passer, receiver, support player and active screening defender. The defender is encouraged to get a touch on passes without fully clearing. When a deflection occurs, the nearest possession player secures the loose ball and connects with the free support.
Coaching Points
Stay alive after the initial pass | Adjust feet to the new ball angle | Secure before accelerating the next action | Support players react toward the loose ball | Communicate who attacks the second contact
Progressions
- Allow the defender to counter through a gate if the possession team fail to secure the deflection.
Regressions
- Use a passive defender who only redirects the ball lightly.
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