Grid Control

Grid control builds on the idea of field zones by treating the layout as a series of connected sections. Instead of thinking only in terms of individual bunkers, players organize the field into zones such as back left, back right, center wedge area, snake side mid, dorito side forward grid, and so on.

By using these zones in communication, players can share information about opponent locations, open routes, and pressured areas without needing to name every bunker individually. For example, a player might call that an opponent has entered a certain zone even if they cannot see the exact bunker, indicating that a region of the field now requires attention.

Grid control also connects directly to lane usage. Once the field is divided into zones, lanes can be described as lines that protect or influence those zones. If a particular grid cell is left without coverage, teammates know that opponents may have a chance to move through it more safely. If multiple lanes overlap the same cell, that zone may be considered highly contested.

This approach makes it easier to notice patterns: which zones opponents consistently attack, which remain quiet, and where rotations are likely. Over time, teams can adjust their positioning and lane choices to increase coverage of important zones or to take advantage of underused areas.

The term grid control is descriptive of this mental and communicative structure. It helps explain how players convert a complex field into manageable sections for analysis, planning, and in-game coordination.