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Netball: Correct Defending Body Position

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Whilst defending, you should always try to maintain an open body position, allowing you to see both the player and the ball
This means you should position your body at an angle so you are not flat facing your player, nor with your back to them. This position will enable you to see the a wider view of the court and help you analyse play to time your interception perfectly
You should also try to maintain a narrow foot base and a stay on the balls of your feet so you are ready to move off and be first to the ball

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Getting Your Distance:

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When moving to the legal distance defenders use a strong stride to jump back or a few quick steps to get 3ft away from the ball carrier
Ensure you get your distance before putting your arms over the ball - if you do not you will get called for obstruction, arms before distance
Keep your weight balanced over your legs, with your hips, knees and ankles bent
You can follow the ball with your arms to put pressure on the pass

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Defending a Holding Shooter:

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Firstly, try to not let your shooter set up a holding position, however if she does...

Keep moving your feet around the shooter to put pressure on her and ensure she has not free space to hold into
Try to stay as close as possible but without contacting the shooter
Ensure you move around the shooter both in front and behind for the best chance of success

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Going for an Interception:

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When you go for an interception you do not want to try to intercept the ball AT the player as this is likely to result in contact (as shown)
Instead you want to intercept the ball away from the attacker and cut the line of the ball - this will ensure you avoid contact
When you are going for the intercept make sure you have a small foot base and fully commit to the interception

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3 Feet Marking:

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Set up in pairs
1 partner (A) has the ball.
Partner A faces away from partner B.
A Passes the ball in the air to themself and turns.
Partner B jumps back to 3 feet distance and immediately puts arms up to defend the ball.
Player A moves ball around and player B is to track the ball.
Switch over players.

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