Vertical Punch, Lateral Escape — Break a Line Then Move Pressure Sideways
A four-player pattern where the first action is deliberately vertical and aggressive, while the second action shifts laterally before the next forward pass.
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Organization
Mark a narrow central lane with two outside support gates. A punches a firm pass into B beyond a mannequin or passive defender. B sets or passes sideways to C in an outside gate. C then finds D forward through a new lane.
Coaching Points
First pass should break the line with pace | B prepares the lateral option before receiving | Sideways release moves the point of pressure | C receives facing forward | Do not turn the second action into another risky vertical pass
Progressions
- Add a recovering defender who can chase the lateral receiver after the first line is broken.
Regressions
- Use a mannequin and allow B two touches before the lateral release.
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