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Inside Out Technical Reference
Response to Fast Balls
Adapt preparation and footwork when incoming pace reduces the available time.
For: Coaches and players studying technical development
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Ten principles.
A connected approach.
- Read the pace and contact-height demand early
- Reduce unnecessary preparation distance
- Organise a useful support height for the ball
- Coordinate trunk preparation with the feet
- Understand the double-pivot response
- Select a stable support when the ball stays close
- Use a double-step solution when additional movement is required
- Control the timing of early contact
- Allow a compact and functional continuation
- Recover promptly into readiness for the next fast ball
Put it into practice
A near-ball versus wide-ball comparison showing compact response choices.
