Situational Defence: Defending pull plays by Brummie

A well-fielded pull can result in a goal without the defence having an opportunity to establish any pressure. Here are a few methods you can use to play better defence on the pull.

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Offensive Strategy: Maintain momentum When receiving the pull, no offensive players are guarded. A tempo-based offence aims to maintain this momentum for the entire point, never letting the defence set, and never allowing them to generate pressure. Defensive Counter Strategy: deny quick goals by slowing down the offence Some defensive tactics which you can use to slow down the offence when they are receiving the pull: Pull to roll out-of-bounds; this forces a slow start from the sideline. Ideal in […]

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