Contention - 1st Fundamental Principle of Defense
This Fundamental Principle of Defense (when we don't have ball possession) has the following characteristics:
- Decrease the offensive action space of the ball carrier:
- Guide the progression of the ball carrier:
- Stop or delay the opponent attack to provide more time for defensive organization:
- Restrict pass opportunities to another opposing player:
- Avoid the dribble that favors progression through the field of play towards the goal:
- Prevent shooting at goal:
