Court Coverage Spread

Teaches expansion and compression of team shape on command. Controlling these distances improves both counterpress and organized defense.

15 min
6-7 players
Advanced
0.00s / 5.00s
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Instructions

  1. 1Start from center point
  2. 2Spread to cover entire court simultaneously
  3. 3Return to center maintaining team unity
  4. 4Focus on coordinated movement timing

Coaching Points

  • The spread signal must be clear — coach's whistle or hand gesture, agreed in advance
  • Each player knows their designated position on the spread — assign before the drill
  • Contract back to center at the same speed you spread — discipline in both directions
  • Keep sight of teammates throughout the spread — awareness of formation is the skill being trained
  • Vary the pace of expansion and contraction to build adaptability

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