Pagan's Paddock

noun2

1. •
   A large amount of space on a sportsground, often created by this tactic.

   • Given a veritable Pagan's Paddock by the Cats to work in on Friday night, Danger booted two goals in the first seven minutes to send Geelong fans into orbit. — 2017
2. •
   A sporting tactic in which a large amount of space is deliberately left open in the attacking area of the ground, into which players can run.