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How to Set Up a Double Hole Offense in Water Polo

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By eHow Contributing Writer

Set a hole player on each post of the goal cage to have a quick open player after a foul.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Water Polo Balls
  • Water polo balls
  • Water polo goal cage
  1. Step 1

    Set two players at the two-meter mark, just out from each post of the goal cage. This is the double hole.

  2. Step 2

    Position two players on the wings, about six meters out and just outside the post of the goal. Position two other players in the deep wing positions, about three meters out and near the sides of the pool. These four players form the perimeter around the double hole. They should stay far enough out from the double hole to keep their defenders from sloughing in.

  3. Step 3

    Control the ball on the perimeter until one of the holes is open.

  4. Step 4

    Give the ball to the open hole player wet. The hole player should try for a shot or draw a foul.

  5. Step 5

    Have the player from the second hole turn inside on the defender if the hole player with the ball does get fouled and is allowed the opportunity to shoot.

  6. Step 6

    Instruct the hole player with the ball to pass quickly to the other hole player if he's open and not fouled, who will immediately pass it back, hopefully setting up a quick shot on goal.

Tips & Warnings
  • The double hole offers many options, but the coach and players must have a thorough knowledge of the intricate foul rulings (see "How to Understand Fouls in Water Polo"). After a foul, the fouled player has three seconds to make a free throw uninhibited. If another foul occurs during this time, then the fouling player will be ejected.
  • Avoid getting players bunched up in the center. If this happens, the defenders can easily cover two players with one.
  • If you have any condition that could impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
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