Second Ball
On-Field CommunicationA shout alerting teammates to fight for the ball immediately after it has bounced off a header or a blocked shot.
Related Terms in On-Field Communication
Down the Line
Instruction to pass the ball forward parallel to the sideline, rather than passing it into the center.
Set
A request for a player to lay the ball off gently so the shouter can hit it first-time (usually a shot).
Heads Up
A warning to pay attention, often shouted when a loose ball is in the air or a quick restart is happening.
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