MOMENTS IN THE GAME

Switching Inside 50 – "Sydney Harbour Bridge" Arc When in possession near the boundary inside the Forward 50, look to switch the ball around the…

Defending the Opposition’s Deep C-Shape Exit Kick When the opposition opts for a deep defensive C-Shape exit kick down the line, we must counter by:…

Numerical Advantage at the Contest Convert even-number contests into an advantage (e.g., 2v2 → 3v2, 3v3 → 4v3, etc.). Access extra numbers at all contests…

Managing Opposition Momentum & Regaining Control When the opposition gains an adrenaline rush, maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities, we must disrupt their flow and…

A) Position ourselves high and from behind, ensuring the opposition defenders stay in front. * Delay defenders by quickly turning and burning to create fast,…

All oppo ariels - shut down by def spoils For all opposition aerial contests, focus on shutting them down with defensive spoils. Show courage by…

Defensive Strategy When Struggling to Regain Possession: When the opposition has the ball and you’re finding it challenging to gain access, consider switching to a…

Stoppage Play Guidance: When you gain access to the ball during a stoppage, implement the 5v3 Shape Handball Drill or Scramble Handball. This will help…

Scenario: The opposition kicks 4 goals in a row. What Needs to Happen: We must implement a change. Why: Allowing 4 goals can quickly turn…

The following approach will help us visualise specific moments during a game where we can reflect and incorporate the scenario into our training drills. The…