Transition Lead Mechanics - 2-man

[Skubala]

I'm fairly new. When possession changes, what are the general responsibilities of the new lead? I've seen some guys sprint to the GLE and other head for the mid-field line, campout and wait for the ball.

And is there a good book or something that covers 2-man mechanics?

Thanks.

[farside268]

If you go through the USL training, you should receive a basic manual. There are also guides available at http://www.zlax.net.

As for your particular concern, when working with two officials, you have to compromise btw the need to get to the GLE and the need to cover an early offside call and deal with subs. Part of determining when to go is reading the play. If there is a fast break, or you have a team that just streaks down the field to set up their offence, get to the GLE while doing you best to pick up the first count over midfield and any conspicuous offsides. Conversely, if there is a ride, or the team is coming up slowly, you should hang back a bit more and help your partner. A good general rule is to start your positioning at the midline. With two officials, I would generally advise against starting any further back, even with a ride. If the play is moving quickly, you move quickly. If the play is slow, make sure you're beating the ball to the three lines (mid, restraining, and GLE).

[LaxRef]

I'm fairly new. When possession changes, what are the general responsibilities of the new lead? I've seen some guys sprint to the GLE and other head for the mid-field line, campout and wait for the ball.

And is there a good book or something that covers 2-man mechanics?

Thanks.

Yeah, but I haven't written it yet. Due next fall.

You may find an older manual at www.zlax.net.

The new lead:

Has the "quick offside" call (with a loose-ball rolling toward midfield and the defensemen and attackmen from the other end trying to play it; wathc for the push, too, because sometimes that's why they went offside).

Should stay at least one full zone ahead of the ball as it comes up the field.

Has the first 10-second count accross midfield.

Has responsibilty for his goal and the endline.

I hope that helps!

[3rdPersonPlural]

The new lead:
Should stay at least one full zone ahead of the ball as it comes up the field.
Has responsibilty for his goal and the endline.



This is the most phsically challenging part of working the 2 man mechanic. As trail, you have to be close enough to the cage to catch crease violations, which, for me, means the restraining line. This means that I have to hoof it to the other cage if possession changes and a break ensues. I can still keep up with many middies, but if they are inconsiderate and pass the ball ahead to a breaking attackman, I'm signalling goal from the restraining line at best.

[LaxRef]

This is the most phsically challenging part of working the 2 man mechanic. As trail, you have to be close enough to the cage to catch crease violations, which, for me, means the restraining line. This means that I have to hoof it to the other cage if possession changes and a break ensues. I can still keep up with many middies, but if they are inconsiderate and pass the ball ahead to a breaking attackman, I'm signalling goal from the restraining line at best.

Tip of the day:

On any call where you're out of position, run to where you were supposed to be before making the call. That way it doesn't seem so much like you were out of position.

(Originally from eme, I think.)

[shrekjr]

If I'm the trail and near the restraining line (2 or 3 man game), as soon as I can tell A has released the ball (shot or ball on the ground), I immediately start backing out while still watching the play. If B gets possession, I'm probably between the end of the wing line and midfield before B starts making their way up the field. If A gets possession, it is very easy for me to then come back into the play. IF A scores, I can either come in to help by watching the players in the box (first option), or I can get back to midfield if necessary to handle any problems there.

[Skubala]

Yeah, but I haven't written it yet. Due next fall.

You may find an older manual at www.zlax.net.

The new lead:

Has the "quick offside" call (with a loose-ball rolling toward midfield and the defensemen and attackmen from the other end trying to play it; wathc for the push, too, because sometimes that's why they went offside).

Should stay at least one full zone ahead of the ball as it comes up the field.

Has the first 10-second count accross midfield.

Has responsibilty for his goal and the endline.

I hope that helps!

Just what I was looking for. Thanks.