We can all agree that the riding team should work together to funnel the clearing player in a specific direction. Personally, I don’t see one method as inherently right or wrong; what matters most is that the riding team is cohesive and aligned with the same strategy.
Here are some pros and cons of the two main approaches:
1) Forcing Towards the Middle:
• Support in the Middle: There’s typically more defensive support available in the middle, allowing for easier double-teaming and increased pressure on the ball carrier.