Communication Is Key Without communication, team defense is impossible.
Communication Is Key Without communication, team defense is impossible. If defenders are not on the same page, then there will be a breakdown and the opposing team will capitalize. For example, the first defender runs to meet the attacker with the ball, he should yell: “I got pressure!” Then, the second defender should move into position behind the first defender, favoring one side. If the second defender says, “I got cover on the left,” the first defender knows to force the attacker to his left and towards his support. Even if the attacker beats him, his teammate will be there to help.