The 3-2 Sliding Zone Defence is a match-up zone defence that looks to create mismatches between interior and perimeter players. The 3-2 Sliding Zone Defence places a number of players around the basket and limits the distance that players have …

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A very effective tactic for teams to utilise in disrupting their opponents is employing a Defensive Change-up. Many teams have a number of defensive sets that they call upon to for a variety of scenarios. However, most teams only employ …

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Every coach has experienced issues when coaching against a Zone Defence. If as a coach, you have not experienced an issue it is only a matter of time until it happens. Playing against a zone should be no different to …

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Most coaches are very aware of the need to build their competence when associated with offensive plays, tactics, and strategy, but never spare a thought in providing the same amount of energy to developing a Defensive Playbook. A defensive playbook …

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The 1-1-2-1 Diamond Trap is a very interesting zone trapping option. Like all zone defences, the 1-1-2-1 Diamond Trap has a number of unique characteristics that help define its specialist purpose. The 1-1-2-1 Diamond Trap is a fantastic change-up defence …

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