Defence Philosophy

Came across this gem a team set around their Philosophy defence back in 2002.

1. We are 80 minute defenders
No one will be better than us
We will win the defensive battle as a team as individuals.

2. We play for territory
We defend that Territory
Defence wins territory

3. We seek and smash attackers in 2+3 man packs, backing ourselves and each other.
Our goal is to drive the attacker backwards turning the momentum of play in our favour.

4. We must pressure key opposition players especially key playmakers into making mistakes!
Grounded ball is our ball
The hard chase must be clearly defined. "Maximum acceleration"
This pressure must be for the whole match not just once or twice.