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 1v1 approach to disrupt their flow.
Key Steps:
1.Deny Access:
Position yourself to block their pathways and limit their options.
2.Read Body Language:
Observe the opposition's body language when they’re shut down to anticipate their next move.
3.Frustrate Them:
Apply consistent pressure to force mistakes and frustrate the opposition.
Use this to push the game into “red time,” increasing their aggression and breaking their composure.
4.Control Momentum:
Learn to shift from “red” (defensive pressure) to “green” (go-style play) quickly and effectively.
Shut them down enough to create opportunities to regain momentum and control the game.
Drills:
10v10 or similar - 10 min intervals Click here for Video
Play out enough time for momentum swings - before play our ball etc.
Rotate bibs for both teams 10v10 Please note, both teams are set up with equal numbers to maintain balance and ensure a fair representation in this scenario.