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Advantages of the 2-3-1
To begin with, the 2-3-1 creates good spacing,
which makes it easy to unbalance the defense with
dodging - but players cannot just dodge to dodge. They
must dodge to pass and be more than a simple twodimensional
player.
The players who are off the ball must, at the same
time, be active so that the player with the ball doesn't
get double-teamed. One way to remain active is by
sealing, which the 2-3-1 sets up nicely because it
creates space. There's more room in the middle, so it's
easier to avoid double-teams and seal defenders.
Finally, the ball can be moved through the " X " to
the other side very quickly, which puts pressure on
the defense.
Disadvantages of the 2-3-1
If players aren't constantly in motion, the 2-3-1 stalls.
Players cannot settle for one pass and go - they must
continue passing to keep the defense off balance, or there
won't be any weak-side holes. Good passers are critical,
as teams often have to make multiple passes to create
opportunities.
In-tight shooters are also important because the
defense typically sets low against this formation. Finally,
the top middies must understand they are going to play a
big role in creating shots for other players.
A set play
This play is called " North Carolina. " It's a simple curl,
but for this play to work, there must be a good feeder at
the top of the box and a great finisher to connect on the
low corner shot.
DIAGRAM 2: North Carolina (A) - The attackers (A1,
A2, and A3) are at the X and the goal-line extended, while
one middie is at the crease and the other two start higher.
The play starts from the ball side, with a pass from one of
the top middies to the other (in this case M1 to M2). After
the pass, the middie who passed screens for the middie
at the crease (M3), and the attackman on the weak side
screens for the attackman at the X (in this example it's
A2 for A1).
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of July/August 2023

Between the Lines: Cultivating necessary soft skills
A.D.ministration: Steps to better mental health for A.D.'s
Coaching For Significance: 14 tips to define your program's athletic attitude
2023 Coaches Survey Results
Recovery, Rest, and Reset
Lacrosse: Getting the most from the 2-3-1 formation
Brand Recognition: Leveraging social media to promote athletic department
Forge Unstoppable Bonds
Pickleball: The Big Sport on Campus
Facility Focus: Brown moving forward with indoor practice facility
Water Log: Guidelines for proper hydration
Mental Edge: Building an athlete's mental approach
Product Marketplace
Ad Index
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July/August 2023 - Between the Lines: Cultivating necessary soft skills
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July/August 2023 - A.D.ministration: Steps to better mental health for A.D.'s
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July/August 2023 - Coaching For Significance: 14 tips to define your program's athletic attitude
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July/August 2023 - 2023 Coaches Survey Results
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July/August 2023 - Lacrosse: Getting the most from the 2-3-1 formation
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July/August 2023 - Pickleball: The Big Sport on Campus
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July/August 2023 - Facility Focus: Brown moving forward with indoor practice facility
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July/August 2023 - Water Log: Guidelines for proper hydration
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July/August 2023 - Mental Edge: Building an athlete's mental approach
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