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McD's- Midcourt driving options into shooter.

Set up: Goal third, 1 ball, 1 passer, 2 midcourt, 1 shooter, 2-3 defence. Ball starts with passer behind transverse line. Both midcourt players drive from the transverse line to circle edge then back off again (creating the ‘M’). Passer delivers ball to one of the midcourt players off the circle who then delivers the second ball to the other midcourt plyer on the circle edge. Option: Passer candeliver directly to shooter who may choose to come out of the circle. Shooter then is to deliver a pass to a midcourter and get into position. Ball delivered to shooter, who puts the shot up.

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Wide Set-Up Centre Pass Set Pl...

The WA and GA will set up at opposite sides - in this example above, the WA is set up on the right and GA on the leftThe WA and GA will both provide an offer for the ballThe WA will receive the ball from the CThe C will then drive hard to get depth into the goal third and receive the ball from the WA on the circle edgeThe GS will hold their space ball side (in front) until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GAThe GA should be able to receive the ball from the GS under the post

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Stack Set-Up Centre Pass Set P...

The WA and GA will start in a stacked position, so one player will be on the line (GA in this example) and the other player approximately 1-2 meters directly behind (WA)Both the WA and GA will offer for the centre pass, however the player on the line (GA) will lead the movementIf the GA chooses to go right, the WA must go in the opposite direction, so they would go left as shownThe WA receives the ball from the COnce the WA has received the ball the GS will time their movement and drive out of the circle at an angle to receive the ball from the WAThe GS will then do a 'give-and-go' with the C, who would have drive to the top of the circle and landed circle edgeThe GS will receive the ball from the C and can put up a shot<br>ORThe GA can receive the ball from the GS under the post

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Defensive Triangle Set-Up Cent...

The GD and WD will set up on their outside of the opponent and force them inwards towards the centre of the courtThe C will drop back to the line to close down the attackers spaceWhen the whilstle blows, the attckers will try to drive straight out but will be forced into a small space and closed down by all 3 players

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Defence Standard set-up Centre...

The WD and GD will set up on the inside of their player - this will automatically force the attackers outwards towards the sidelinesThe C will pick one attacker to mark NOTE: this is usually the WA as if the GA receives the ball they are a lesser threat as they aren't in the circle. The GD will then be able to try keep the GA high up court away from the circleThe other defender who did not get double marked will simple get ball side and force their attacker wide

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Centre Deep Centre Pass Set Pl...

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (WA in this example) on the line and the other (GA) positioned off the lineBoth the WA and GA will offer for the centre passWA will receives the ball from the CGA recognises that they did not receive first ball and will clear out to get down court into the circleOnce the C has passed the ball to the WA they will then drive deep down court to receive the second phase ball from back from the WAThe GS will hold their space until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GAThe GA should be able to receive the ball from the GS under the post

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Overload Set-Up Centre Pass Se...

The WA and GA will set up on the same side of the courtThey should be in a staggered position, so one slightly in front of the other (as shown in the diagram) The WA, GA and WD will all come over the line to produce an offer for the ball The WD will receive the ball from the C The C will do a 'give-and-go' with the WD and receive the ball inside the goal thirdThe WA will have driven to the top of the circle to receive the ball from the CThe GS will drive to the top of the circle and receive the ball from the WA, opening up the circle for the GAGA will then penetrate the space has the GS created and receive the ball

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Pick the Right Option Footwork...

In this exercise you have two feeders and then three attackers against two defenders. The first feeder (player x) starts the drill with a pass to white player 1. White player 1 has to pivot and then try and pick out the unmarked player. The defenders have to pick up one white player each and make the interception if the ball is passed to the player they've picked up.

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Netball: Centre Pass Set Play ...

C back to WD – Straight pass to GA – GS comes out of circle to receive pass in goal third from GA – GS passes to C at top of circle – GS receives straight pass from C in front of hoop.

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Screen Set-Up Centre Pass Set ...

The GA will set up on the line ensuring their defender is on their inside (as shown)The WA will start off the line and not directly behind the GA - you need the defence to believe you are going to offer straight for the ballThe WA will go around the GA, as they are holding this space, and receive the ball from the CThe GA will then flip out and receive the next ball deep into the goal third The GS will hold their space until the GA has caught the ball and turned full so the GA is ready to release the ballThe GS will receive the ball from the GA and they can put up a shot

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Attacking Centre Pass Footwork...

GA and WA start on the line squeezing their defenders into the middle. This opens up space to run into Has to be two options therefore both players have to sprint off the line on the whistle. Suggestion for player order could be WA &ndash; C&mdash; GA &ndash; GS

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GA Receive Centre Pass Set Pla...

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (GA in this example) on the line and the other (WA) positioned off the lineBoth the WA and GA will offer for the centre passGA receives the ball from the CWA recognises that they did not receive first ball and drives deep down court to receive the second phase ball from the GAThe GS will hold their space until the WA has released the ball and the GS will receive the ball into spaceThe GS will put the ball up for a shot

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GS Exit Top Centre Pass Set Pl...

The WA and GA will start in a staggered position, with one player (GA in this example) on the line and the other (WA) positioned off the line Both the WA and GA will offer for the centre pass WA will receives the ball from the CGA recognises that they did not receive first ball and will clear out to get down court into the circleThe GS will then exit from the top of the circle to receive the ball from the WAThe GA will time their movement to enter the circle and receive the ball from the GS allowing her to put up a shot

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2 vs 1 Centre Pass Getting fre...

Set up a 3m x 3m area, with an Attacker  and a Defender inside. A Feeder stands outside the area and starts with the ball. A second Defender is positioned in between the Feeder and the area. You can set this up in the context of the court with the Feeder starting on the Centre circle and the box being in a shooting third. The feeder tosses the ball up to themselves to start the drill and turns to face the attacker. The attacker's aim is to come over the front line to recieve the ball, getting free from the defender. 

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Set Play - Attacking Centre pa...

WA and GA line up in the middle slightly off-line behind each other On the whistle both players split to receive the ball. WA drives one way, GA drives the other way to create a second option <div>C - WA - C - GS</div>

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Defence 3 over the line Centre...

The WD and GD will set up close to the lineAs soon as the whistle goes they will jump over the line and set up a defensive zone with the CThis means the defensive players will mark the space, forcing the attackers out of the centre channel, rather than individually man-to-manYour WA and GA can also come into the centre third to flood the area to increase pressure

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WA/GA Cross Centre Pass Set Pl...

The WA and GA will set up centrally and off the line - ensuring they are both ball side (with their defenders on the outside, as shown)The player slightly in front, in this case the WA, will lead and drive out for the ball but cross over to the GA's sideLikewise, the GA will go the opposite way and cross over into the WA's sideThe GA will receive the ball from the CThe WA recognises they haven't been used and will put their outside foot down and drive hard to receive the second phase ball on the circle edgeThe C will clear wide, to give the WA space, but then drive hard at an angle to receive the ball at the top of the circle ready to feed inThe GS will hold their space until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, receive it from the C and put up a shot

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Overload Variation Centre Pass...

The WA and GA will set up on the same side of the courtThey should be in a staggered position, so one slightly in front of the other (as shown in the diagram)The WA, GA and WD will all come over the line to produce an offer for the ballThe WA should cut their angle towards the ball and receive the pass from the CThe WA will then do a 'give-and-go' with the WD, who should receive the ball lateral to the WAThe WA penetrate down court to the circle edge to receive the ball back from the WDThe GS will hold their space until the WA has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GAThe GS can choose to take the shot (as shown in the animation)<br>ORThe GA can receive the ball from the GS under the post

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Centre pass practice Decision ...

Play an attacking game situation of a centre pass with free flow at the line. A centre, WA and GA are looking to move the ball for 2 passes with a GD and WD attempting to intercept WA and GA provide 2 leads; Centre uses decision making skills to select the best option. Once the Centre has passed the ball they can move forward to provide a 2nd phase passing option. Play 2-3 phases.

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Netball: Wide Set-Up - Sportpl...

The WA and GA will set up at opposite sides - in this example above, the WA is set up on the right and GA on the leftThe WA and GA will both provide an offer for the ballThe WA will receive the ball from the CThe C will then drive hard to get depth into the goal third and receive the ball from the WA on the circle edgeThe GS will hold their space ball side (in front) until the C has received the ball and is ready to pass in - they will then drive onto the ball, driving towards the edge of the circle to leave space for the GAThe GA should be able to receive the ball from the GS under the post

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Netball: 3 vs 3 Backline Pass ...

Dividing the court in half lengthways and widthways, players are aiming to get the ball from a backline throw into the centre third.Simple 3 vs 3.The player starting the drill is a GK and so cannot enter the centre third.

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WA and GA coordinating Centre ...

Set up a big square 9m x 9m, split into four 3m x 3m squares. It can be put into the context of court by positioning it just inside the shooting third. Position 2 attackers and 2 defenders as shown in diagram. A feeder starts outside of the squares with the ball. There is another defender in between the feeder and the square. This drill looks to progress a Centre pass from the 1st phase (receipt of the 1st pass) to the 2nd phase (passing options from the 1st phase). One of the attackers has to receive 1st pass over the front line, as they would in a game situation. The attackers then look to 2nd phase option: the second pass that looks to move the ball into the attacking third.

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My U14's could not get free on a Goal line throw in?

My U14's could not get free on a Goal line throw in. I need practices for Goal Defenders (GD), wing defenders (WD) to get free to receive a pass from the goal Keeper (GK). With the second pass to the centre (C) or back to the GK. Thank you Angie. - submitted by email

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What are some good defence drills for WD and GD when?

What are some good defence drills for WD and GD when defending the opponents centre pass

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I was teaching my girls centre pass defence. One of?

I was teaching my girls centre pass defence. One of the mums said that the attacking WA and GA will never let our GD and WD on the out side of them. Is this true? if so why. thanx Kutz

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Where should a defending (opposing) centre stand while waiting for a centre pass by the attacking team. If possible, could you please give a reason for your suggestion. Thank you.

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How do I teach my team to pass and then move quickly?

How do I teach my team to pass and then move quickly so that the opposition's defenders cannot intercept our passes.

MC Coach, New Zealand

Where GA,WA,WD & GD allowed when centre pass is being taken?

I am Father coaching my Daughters Netball Team & I wanted to use a different set up when Taking the Centre Pass to Start ,so I need to know where the GA,WA,WD & GD are allowed to stand when a Centre pass is being taken?DO they need to stand at the line as normal or can I change it up a bit?-Say one player up at line in the very centre of line and one player standing or running around behind in the centre of their Third?? Any help with this idea would be greatly appreciated...& thanks in advance

Mick Coach, Australia

Alternative Centre Pass plays to goal ring.

We currently use standard plays, but looking for different movements to make when a centre pass has been made.

Kim McVarnock Coach, Australia

Double tagging - getting away from two players

Hi,My Centre/WA is getting double tagged a lot. What can she do to get away from two players sandwiching her in?Thank you!

Coach, Australia

Basic attacking strategy for 11 year olds

Help, dad thrown in the deep end - what basic attacking strategies do you use for 11 years olds? They have great skill and have played since they were 5 years old, but still run around like headless chickens, everyone calling for the ball and getting in each other's way. Is there a method to this madness I can teach? Some teams look like they know who is going to pass to who and the ball gets from one end to the other fluidly. Impart your netball wisdom on me, oh great netball coaches! Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Kiwi Coach, New Zealand

Identifying Problems

I'm a young coach who is coaching an 11A's team. I find it hard to identify/pick up on the problems within their play. How do you identify these problems in order to fix them? And what are some of these problems (like running flat-footed and release hieght of a pass)? Asked using Sportplan on Mobile

Sarah Kelly Coach, Australia

crowding in junior netball

What is the best way to stop crowding in junior netball? Particular drills?

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Suggested set plays for youngsters

I like the idea of teaching set plays to stop my girls swarming the ball, but wasn't sure what set plays to use! Are there any on this site or can anyone share their favourite easy ones for 8/9 yo's

J C Coach, Australia

Caretaker Role and I am so scared my team wont win the trophy

Our School netball coach resigned last night. I am an assistant coach for soccer, coach for volleyball, assistant coach for basketball and now will be a caretaker for our netball team due to play finals tomorrow. What drills and tactics can I use today at training to prepare them for a school tournament finals tomorrow?I need your prompt assistance please

Simeon Coach, Namibia

Offside question - centre pass...

I am an umpire as well as a player, and I had a situation a few weeks ago that challenged my knowledge. On a centre pass. Referring to the third lines. Do the third lines form part of the centre court or are they part of the goal third. In other words at what point would GA,GD,WA and WD become off side? If their foot/feet were on the line? Same for the Centre, would she be off side if her foot/feet were on the line?

Maria Massey Coach, England

Where GA,WA,WD & GD allowed wh...

I am Father coaching my Daughters Netball Team & I wanted to use a different set up when Taking the Centre Pass to Start ,so I need to know where the GA,WA,WD & GD are allowed to stand when a Centre pass is being taken?DO they need to stand at the line as normal or can I change it up a bit?-Say one player up at line in the very centre of line and one player standing or running around behind in the centre of their Third?? Any help with this idea would be greatly appreciated...& thanks in advance

Mick Coach, Australia

Best position to leave vacant ...

Just wondering what is the best position to leave vacant if only 6 girls can attend a game. It's u11's with 2 brand new players & we are getting beaten by large margins & it's one of our seasoned players that will be off Asked using Sportplan on Mobile

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Tips for new WA players - Spor...

HI EveryoneI recently switched from GK AND GD, to WA. I'm finding it difficult to feed the ball into the circle and having confidence in my passing accuracy. I'm also having trouble on getting free for centre pass, especially when the other team has a really good WD. I've only played WA a couple of times so I'm still learning, but I really don't want to let my team down. Thanks all, for the help!

Ekeesha Rathnayake Coach, Australia

Court strategies - 11s - Sport...

I have conflicting advice - don't teach too many court strategies ie C to WA to GS to GA from a centre pass as I have been told that it stiffles their thinking. But without this I find they all crowd the space and at 10yrs old it seems very difficult to get them to understand about reading who is already in that space.  Or perhaps I just aren't explaining that concept well??  And also when bringing the ball through the court from a goal line throw in at our GK end - same with strategies for that. Is it okay to say GK I won't you to throw it to GD, then GD to C and so on and this is where your area of the court is and I want you to stay in that area and try and get the ball there?  Keeping the WD on the otherside and making sure she doesn't cross over. Confusing over how much at this age we teach court strategies or perhaps they are know as plays.  Alice P

Sheryl Pascoe Coach, Australia

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