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Gaps in the zone—there are a few areas on the court that often cause breakdowns in the 2–3 zone, especially at the high-post area. The high post/free throw line area (i.e., the center of the 2–3 zone) is often a weak spot in the zone that is exploited by the offense. Multiple defensive players tend to "collapse" (i.e., converge at once ...
The names given to zone defenses start with the number of players on the front of the zone (farthest from the goal) followed by the numbers of players in the rear zones. For example, in a 2–3 zone two defenders cover areas in the top of the zone (near the top of the key) while three defenders cover areas near the baseline. [1]
Nov. 15—MORGANTOWN — The 2-3 zone defense is no less foreign to Kobe Johnson as Nike shoes or a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Yet a smile stretches across his face when you mention the ...
Zone coverage (also referred to as a zone defense) is a defensive scheme in gridiron football used to protect against the pass. Zone coverage schemes require the linebackers and defensive backs to work together to cover certain areas of the field, making it difficult for the opposing quarterback to complete passes.
Woodson made the switch to a 2-3 zone down five with just under seven minutes to go. It helped the Hoosiers close out the game on a 19-6 run while forcing four turnovers along the way. "It forced ...
After going into the fourth quarter tied at 54, the Cougars implemented a 2-3 zone and outscored Fredericktown 22-6 the rest of the way.
[2] The team committing a defensive three-second violation is assessed a team technical foul. The offense receives one free throw and retains possession of the ball. [2] The NBA also made zone defenses legal prior to the 2001–2002 season. [3] The introduction of zone defenses faced resistance from players, including Michael Jordan.
The Sacramento Kings went to a defensive scheme they hardly ever practice to slow the New Orleans Pelicans.