Zone Offense with Katie Woods
Running an effective zone offense comes down to ball movement, spacing, and timing. Katie Woods emphasizes the importance of moving the ball quickly to force the defense to shift and create openings. Players must maintain proper spacing and understand their individual roles within the system to maximize scoring opportunities.
In this setup, five players are positioned around the perimeter while two players operate inside the zone. The perimeter players are responsible for swinging the ball with pace, stretching the defense horizontally, and identifying gaps. Meanwhile, the two inside players play a critical role—drawing attention from defenders, creating cutting lanes, and opening options in the middle of the field.
By placing two players inside rather than one, the offense increases its ability to attack from multiple angles. The inside presence keeps the defense honest and provides opportunities for quick feeds, slips, and high-percentage shots close to the goal. With the right timing and recognition of defensive rotations, this structure allows the offense to attack both inside and outside, making it difficult for the defense to cover every option.
Key Principles of the Zone Offense
- Quick Ball Movement – Keep the defense shifting and prevent them from settling.
- Proper Spacing – Avoid crowding, create clear passing lanes, and stretch the defense.
- Defined Roles – Each player understands where they should be and what they are looking for.
- Two-Player Inside Game – Opens the middle of the field and provides high-percentage scoring chances.
When executed well, this zone offense forces defenses to constantly adjust, eventually breaking down and giving the offense multiple opportunities to score.
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