Forward Pattern Play

• Maintain constant movement

• Execute repeat ‘tick’ leads

• Avoid low-percentage long shots from outside range

• For boundary free kicks or marks, look inside for a hit-up option

• Use momentum swing from the outside or just inside the 50m arc

• Structure options around the arc (e.g. Sydney-style set-ups)

• Last inside option should ideally be an I-Shape formation

Drills

• Play-out drill – Risk vs Reward focus

• Five marks before taking an I-Shape shot on goal

• 1v1 contests across 6 groups

• Continuous 1v1 "Run on Tick" formation:

  • Use designated bib colours

  • Reference colour as set by the coach

• Final hit-up: Colour to colour transition