man-down defense: shock + number, blitz. shock + number
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Man-Down Defense: Shock + Number, Blitz
Shock + Number
Shock + Number: Set-up
Teams should look to run Shock + #, especially if the other team relies on
one player offensively. This defense tries to eliminate the other team’s best
offensive player whether they distribute the ball or can shoot form the
outside. It is most effective when the other team relies on this player for
success in the man-up. Before the whistle blows, the coach calls “Shock”
with a number so the defense knows what player will be shut off…
**The shutting off defender should be a short stick midfielder so all four
defensemen can still play man-down defense.
•Set-up (Shock + Number)
Shock + Number: Set Up (M1 is the shut man)
M1
D1
D4
D2
D3
Shock + Number: Execution
When the ball is put into play the short stick (M1) calls out “Shock” and shuts off
the designated player (#). The remaining four players (D1, D2, D3, D4) play a “four
man rotation.” They need to line up in a box and keep the same principles of the
“55”. When they are in this box they do not want to be aggressive, rather they want
to give up the outside shot.
It’s imperative that the defense stay tight and make sure they they properly rotate
so they don’t give up a shot on the crease. If the offense attacks from X, the
opposite defender (D3) needs to slide across the crease (COMA slide) instead of
rotating from the adjacent player. When this occurs, D1 needs to get down the
backside to cover for D3. D2 needs to slide across the field and split the top two
offensive players.
•Execution (Shock + Number)
Shock + Number: Execution (M1 is the shut man)
M1
D1
D4
D2
D3
Shock + Number: Execution (M1 is the shut man)
M1
D1
D4
D2
D3
Shock + Number: If the Shut Man Goes to Crease
If the player designated to be shut off goes to
the crease, then the defense can do one of
two things: 1) The short stick can release the
designated player and call out 55, or 2) the
short stick can stay on the designated
offensive player and continue to perform
shock.
•If The Shut Man Goes to Crease
Blitz + Number
Blitz + Number: Set-up
Blitz is a pressure defense that starts unexpectedly in the 55 base defense. Before
the ref blows the whistle to start play, the defense must huddle up, including the
goalie, and call Blitz and a number, between 2-4. Everyone must be on the same
page so they know when to act and pressure accordingly the number refers to the
number of passes and not the number (as in shock)…
Blitz is a more advanced man-down strategy and is highly effective when the other
team has trouble moving the ball quickly or does not move their feet. Defensive
player must communicate and be very intelligent to execute Blitz properly.
•Set-up (Blitz + Number)
Blitz + Number: Set Up
D4
M1
D2
D1
D3
Blitz + Number: Execution
Blitz + Number starts in a 55 and plays according to the rules of that defense. As
the offense passes the ball around the ball around the perimeter, the defensive
leader starts the count by calling out “One!”. From this point on the defense counts
silently. On the designated numbered pass, the defense aggressively fires out on
the ball and the two adjacent players...
The on-ball defender is trying to catch the ball carrier off guard, make them panic,
and force a bad decision. The remaining defensive players want to read the
situation and make sure to cover the crease while leaving the farthest player away
open. If they can anticipate where the ball is gong to be thrown then they can
make an aggressive play on the ball.
•Execution (Blitz + Number)
Blitz 3: Execution
D4
M1
D2
D1
D3
Blitz 3: Execution (Against 1-3-2)
Blitz + Number: Final Thoughts
Blitz can be used late in the game if a team is
down a man and finds itself in a man-down
situation. If the offense retreats and is able to
withstand the pressure, then the defense
should call off Blitz and return to 55.
• Blitz + Number: Final Thoughts