Wing dodge out of an umbrella formation

In the umbrella set, the formation consists of:

• 3 players positioned high across the top.

• 2 players stationed in the crease.

• 1 player positioned behind the goal.

This setup forms the shape of an umbrella and can also be referred to as a 3-2-1 set when described from top to bottom.

Primary Objective of the Dodge

• The dodge aims to shift the defense towards the dodger.

• Once the defense commits, quickly reverse the field to the opposite side for an open shot.

• Movement of the crease players creates confusion for defenders, making sliding and recovery difficult.

Opportunities Created by the Umbrella Dodge

• Top Corner Players:

The top corners of the umbrella offer opportunities for additional offensive actions, such as:

• Dodging with a crease player filling the dodger’s vacated space.

• Running an isolation play from behind the goal.

• Executing a two-man game.

• Isolation from Behind:

• Provides space for the attackman to reach the 5 and 5 position (5 yards above GLE and 5 yards out from the goal).

• Makes sliding more complicated as the two crease players can move and set picks, disrupting the defense’s ability to react.

Key Benefits of the Umbrella Set

• Forces defensive shifts, creating vulnerabilities.

• Opens multiple offensive options based on your team’s strategy.

• Leverages movement in the crease to confuse and complicate defensive slides and recoveries.