Step 1

There are 4 players directly responding to and clogging the throwers options (1-4). 1 is always the mark and will force sideline. 2 and 3 are a flat wall. 4 is the shortstop (SS) and will communicate to the mark (1) which position to cut off. 5, 6, and 7 create a triangle in the backfield to cover handlers, their positions are flexible and interchangeable.

Step 2

Currently the mark is at 0* - the force is towards the sideline and the dump is not a threat. If they swing...

Step 3

Swings and crashes are allowed but we do not want to let them break the mark. The mark is at 45* now - the SS has called this to cover the dump option.

Step 4

Since the dump came all the way behind, the SS calls out 90* to the mark. The SS now covers the inside break and 2 and 3 cover directly upfield with high hands.

Step 5

Let's say they get the dump

Step 6

and swing it a bit

Step 7

the Faux cup sets the same but just mirrored. the 2 and 3 always try to run as flat as possible avoiding losing yards by running forwards and backwards. Mark is at 0*

Step 8

Mark is at 45*

Step 9

Mark is at 90*

Step 10