Which defensive setup involves guarding a specific opponent rather than defending space?

• A. Zone Defense
• B. Man on Man D
• C. Mismatch
• D. Layout

Answer: (B)

Guarding a specific opponent is the defining feature of man-on-man defense. In this setup, each defender is assigned one offensive player and sticks with them through every cut and throw, aiming to deny options and contest passes by staying close. That contrasts with zone defense, where players protect areas of the field rather than following a particular player, focusing on guarding space and passing lanes. A mismatch is not a defensive formation but a situation where a defender’s matchup is unfavorable or favorable due to size, speed, or skill. Layout is a diving attempt to block or intercept a disc, not a defensive setup. So, the description that focuses on guarding a specific opponent best captures the concept.