Defensive Shape Walkthrough — Mid-Block 4-3-3

Eleven defenders set their mid-block shape with four attackers walking the ball around outside. Defenders shift as a unit in response to ball position. Coach directs shape verbally. Walk pace — this is information, not a workout.

• Compact — no more than 35 yards between back four and front three
• Shift the whole block toward the ball; the far side compresses, not just the near side
• CBs: hold your line — if you step out, Sam Okafor covers; if both step, you're in trouble

• Increase to six live attackers and allow them to play at jogging pace
• Add full intensity — eleven attackers vs eleven defenders, let it run for five minutes