Heads Up
On-Field CommunicationA warning to pay attention, often shouted when a loose ball is in the air or a quick restart is happening.
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.
Wide
Instruction to pass the ball to the wings or for a player to move toward the touchline to stretch the defense.
Check
A movement where a player runs towards the ball carrier to receive a pass, or a command telling a teammate to make that movement.
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