Developing the Technical Foundations for Building Out from the Defensive Third

Are we developing players with the technical attributes required to execute our tactical principles, or are we simply adopting a style because it's the current trend?

Many teams aspire to "build out from the back," but what does that actually mean? The phrase can take on different meanings depending on the coach, the system, and the players available. Are we aiming to progress methodically, or are we emphasizing security in the defensive third before quickly transitioning to attack?

No matter the interpretation, the success of any build-up approach hinges on the technical and cognitive qualities of the players involved.