Handballexercise: cooperation between defenders with centre back and pivot

Suitable for the following techniques: attack , defense

Cooperation between defenders with centre back and pivot

Execution
  • The pivot player stands in the middle between the two defenders.
  • The left attacker threatens to move inside, causing the right defender to step out.
  • The defender of the pivot defends on the ball side.
  • When the ball moves to the right, the right player threatens to move inside and the left defender steps out.
  • The pivot defender continues to defend on the ball side.
  • Back coverage is provided by the left or right defender.
  • The centre back (CB) defends the pivot player.
  • Switch after 1.5 minutes counterclockwise.
Focus Points
  • Start slowly and increase the pace during the exercise to match game speed.
  • Be alert to providing back coverage.
  • The CB must continuously shield the pivot player towards the ball side.
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Features of the exercise

6
14
Materials Needed:
2
8
Suitable for following levels:
U14
U15