Midfielders have to be fast, smart, have good stickwork and be able to receive the ball from behind. They then control and send the ball on to the open offense player. There are many skills that middies can develop to become better players, such as dodging, reverse stick play, dribble and drive. Midfielders have to go back and mark an opponent in the defensive end, and they also have to go into their offensive circle, shoot, back up their attack player and assist on goals. Their coverage is almost 100 yards.
Endurance training is important because of that distance.
Middies' importance to the outcome of the game cannot be underestimated. Some tips for better tackling. Inc. All rights reserved.