SET UP
Set up defenders 3–5 yards behind a designated line. Begin with players approaching the line and finishing in a proper defensive stance. Progress to backpedaling, followed by a two-step backpedal into two lateral shuffles in either direction while incorporating poke checks. Finish with an open-and-run progression, where defenders approach, backpedal, open their hips, and accelerate while keeping their shoulders square to the ball carrier.
COACHING POINTS & PRINCIPLES
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Maintain Your Stance: Keep your bottom hand in your hip pocket, chin up, chest up, and body in an athletic position throughout each movement.
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Feet & Stick Together: Maintain posture while backpedaling and shuffling, incorporating controlled poke checks whenever moving laterally.
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Open Hips, Square Shoulders: When transitioning into a run, open your hips to gain speed while keeping your chest and shoulders square to the offensive player to prevent getting beat topside.
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