SET UP
Set up three offensive lines and two defensive lines at GLE, playing inside the girls’ 12-meter arc (or 8-meter for tighter play). The coach rolls in a live ground ball to start the 3v2. The offense must secure possession, move the ball quickly, and create a shot, while the defense works to protect the crease and clear the ball outside the arc. Play three consecutive ground-ball reps with the same group before rotating in new players.
COACHING POINTS & PRINCIPLES
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Compete for Ground Balls: Both sides must play physically, establish body position, and battle to secure possession.
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Recognize the Advantage: Offensively, get your head up immediately, move the ball quickly, and capitalize on the 3v2 before defenders can recover.
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Protect the Crease: Defensively, communicate, protect the middle, and force difficult shots while looking for opportunities to win possession and clear.
