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Hi my name is Stephen and am developing coach.My opponent in the next game has faster players than mine . Especially his GS and GA , how can I effectively defend that?
1 vs 1 Defending in the Circle
DESCRIPTION
Slowly the two attackers pass the ball back and forth down the court towards the circle. The defender must move to the ball side of the player inside the circle. The defender must remain on their toes and keep moving as the two attacking players can put the ball into the circle at any point.
1 vs 1 Defending in the Circle
DESCRIPTION
Slowly the two attackers pass the ball back and forth down the court towards the circle. The defender must move to the ball side of the player inside the circle. The defender must remain on their toes and keep moving as the two attacking players can put the ball into the circle at any point.
Stephen StephenCoach, United Kingdom
ANSWERS
Lois Wells, United Kingdom
Hi Stephen,
To effectively defend against faster GS and GA players, you can focus on strategies that limit their space and opportunities. Here are some session plans and drills that might help:
- Developing Tight Unit Defence: This session plan focuses on working as a defensive unit to limit space and opportunities for the opposition. You can find more details here: 1 Developing Tight Unit Defence.
- Defensive Triangle Set-Up: This drill helps in setting up a defensive zone that forces attackers into a small space, limiting their movement options. More details are available here: 2 Defensive Triangle Set-Up.
- Defensive Pressure - Advanced: This session plan is designed to apply maximum pressure on the attackers, making it difficult for them to execute their plays. Check it out here: 2 Defensive Pressure - Advanced.
These strategies should help you in containing faster opponents by focusing on space denial and coordinated defensive efforts.
Good luck with your game!
Thanks,
Lois
