Which term describes blocking the open space by standing in it during force defense?

Which term describes blocking the open space by standing in it during force defense?

• A. Clogging the Lane
• B. Clear Out
• C. Calling Lines
• D. Bullet Pass

Answer: (A)

In force defense, players try to funnel the offense toward one side and reduce the options available for throws. A defender can actively block the throwing space by standing in the lane, which is known as clogging the lane. By occupying that open space, the defender makes it harder for the thrower to thread passes through and to hit receivers on that line, effectively narrowing the offense’s options and increasing the chance of a turnover or a contested throw. The other terms describe creating space for teammates, signaling lines, or a type of throw, none of which capture the act of occupying and blocking the lane.

In force defense, players try to funnel the offense toward one side and reduce the options available for throws. A defender can actively block the throwing space by standing in the lane, which is known as clogging the lane. By occupying that open space, the defender makes it harder for the thrower to thread passes through and to hit receivers on that line, effectively narrowing the offense’s options and increasing the chance of a turnover or a contested throw. The other terms describe creating space for teammates, signaling lines, or a type of throw, none of which capture the act of occupying and blocking the lane.