2v1 Overlap Decision

Commit the defender with the dribble, then decide: beat them inside, or release the overlap at the perfect moment.

A 25x35 channel with an end line target (small goal or end zone). Ball-carrier and overlapping teammate vs one defender.

1. The carrier drives at the defender while the teammate begins an overlap run outside.
2. If the defender holds position, the carrier cuts inside and attacks the end line solo.
3. If the defender jumps to the carrier, release the overlap into the space behind.
4. Score by carrying or receiving over the end line under control; rotate roles.

• Drive at the defender's inside shoulder — make them choose.
• Delay the pass until the defender commits — too early lets them recover.
• Overlapper: time the run to arrive at speed as the decision happens, calling wide.
• If releasing, pass into the path — in front of the runner, not at their feet.

• The pass is released before the defender commits — the whole advantage evaporates; hold one more touch.
• The overlap arrives flat-footed too early and is offside-shaped — loop the run later and faster.
• The carrier always passes regardless of the picture — sometimes the dribble is the answer; reward solo finishes too.

• Add a recovering defender chasing from behind.
• Finish on a full goal with a GK.
• Defender may choose to track the runner — now cut inside is the answer.

• Passive defender.
• Wider channel.
• Walk through both pictures, then jog them.

• The carrier must commit the defender before passing — no early give-aways.