01 / KNOW IT
Today’s lesson.
Know where to go when the ball is not yours.
Why it matters
Defense includes moving without touching the ball.
02 / SET UP
What you need
Place a base marker and three role markers; walk through an easy ground-ball situation.
03 / PRACTICE IT
How to do the drill
Coach rolls or points; one player fields, one covers, one backs up; freeze and explain positions.
ONE CUE TO REMEMBER“Every player has a job.”
04 / PLAY IT
Today's skill-game challenge
Get the correct job on 4 of 5 walk-throughs.
05 / WATCH FOR IT
One common mistake
Everyone chasing the same ball.
Coach it positively: notice effort, a good decision and controlled movement—not just the final result.
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