Using Lateral Space

Learning how to use lateral space is important for both safety, and to maximise chances of staying in the game. Click the hotspots in the below image for how players can use lateral space properly.

Counterattack

Players with ball possession on the defending team should look to make pressure on attackers. One way of doing this is to counter attack. This skill is performed by:

1. Waiting for the attacking team to move up the court to attack.
2. Set off running as the attacking team throws their balls.
3. Block or dodge any incoming attacks whilst in movement.
4. Close the distance between yourself and your opponent and then throw to hit them out.

The gif below demonstrates this in a 5-ball game but this can be done in a 3-ball game too:

The following video from our Primary School Lesson Plans explains this tactic in child-friendly language: