- Create an inviting option for opposition (e.g. on intercept mark or free kick) to lure a predictable entry
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Encourage opposition to kick to the J1
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Establish fast roll-over movement with 18 players
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Ruck/key player to position themselves as a destination point at J3 (to negate the common down-the-line kick)
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Saturate one-quarter of the ground with 18 players to apply high pressure
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Aim to force turnovers inside your defensive 50 corridor
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Ideally, force into "Turnover Zone"
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Emphasise relentless pressure acts – no easy exits
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Key principle: Defend space/ground, not just individual opponents
Drills (Scenario Play-Out)
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11v6 Setup:
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Opposition has 6 defenders
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Confined to ¼ of the ground
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Their objective: attempt to kick through a web-style press
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Our objective: force predictable play and turnovers
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Key coaching points:
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Cage the opposition
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Force them inside the area provided (into pressure zone)
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Cut off the J3 outlet
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Maintain pressure to force the ball back inside
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