The Four Across clear gives the defense four players behind the cage and three players near midfield. It creates easy passing options, gives players room to build momentum, and can be especially useful against aggressive rides.
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Clearing the ball after a save or missed shot can be difficult when the other team is riding hard.
The Four Across clear gives the defense a simple setup that creates multiple passing options and helps players move the ball safely up the field.
The setup starts behind the cage with four players across the end line and three players near the midfield line.
The basic setup looks like this:
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