- Grid 10x15 - Defenders start in one corner with a ball each, attackers on corner diagonally opposite - Defender serves the ball to attacker and immediately enters the grid - Attacker takes defender on 1v1 aiming to dribble across the line at the farthest end of the grid for 1pt - If defender wins the ball they try to dribble across the line at the opposite end from them for 1pt - After ball leaves grid turn is over, players leave grid and return to their own lines - Switch after 3 turns each
- Positive 1st touch, big touch into space if possible - Keep close control if space limited - Be creative and try 1v1 moves
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