Stack Play
Trains vertical spacing and quick circulation between CB, backs, and line player. The structure pulls defenders out of shape and opens a cleaner final pass.
12 min
6-12 players
Advanced0.00s / 3.00s
Instructions
- 1Align players vertically in single file
- 2Pivot stays central distributing from stack
- 3CB → LB → PV → RB → CB movement pattern
- 4After third pass, CB cuts from stack
- 5RB feeds CB for immediate shot
- 6Defense cannot help when stacked vertically
Coaching Points
- Each player in the stack starts their cut as the ball leaves the passer's hand, not after
- PV must relay the ball in one touch — holding breaks the tempo the stack depends on
- CB's cut off the stack must be explosive, not a jog — sell the move with speed
- Maintain tight vertical spacing in the stack; too much gap gives defenders room to slide
- After the pass sequence, the shooter must be ready to release immediately on receipt