The point is not to have the feet at right angles, but to achieve a balanced stance. Weight is kept low. Set up at an angle to force the attacker to the nearest sideline or towards a supporting defender. Gallop Maintain the fencing stance. Going forward, push off rear foot and step forward with front foot.
Rear foot moves up to regain stance.
Going backward is the reverse. Defender's stride is shorter but steps are quicker than attacker's. Shuffle Used to move laterally when very close to defender. Feet do NOT cross over. Crossover Used to move laterally when it is necessary to stay facing the ball, but not when close to the attacker.