Over-Under Pass Defense — Head Control
The primary defense against the over-under pass. It relies on managing the opponent's head position to prevent them from establishing the necessary base for the pass.
3 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Manage the opponent's head position actively.0:52
- 2Open your knee and frame your elbows in.1:02
- 3Work your feet back in front of the opponent.1:08
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