OLDER GROUPS- Individual & Small Unit Possession Play Slipt pitch into 2 or possibly 3 zones (dependent upon numbers and what way you decide to play either full length or use half pitch) 2 defenders inside each half only allowed to defend inside their own zone/half (number of defs vary depending upon number of attackers). Attackers can work individually, in pairs or in groups of 3. Attackers start from one end trying to beat defenders in both halves before looking to score in the goal. If defenders win the ball, can you score in the opposite goal. Attackers can all leave at the same time meaning several groups attacking together leaving 2v1/1v1/2v2 situations. When ball leaves play, return back to the start to have another go RULE: Attackers only allowed to score when the goal is clear. Cannot have 2 balls in the goal at the same time (keep possession until goal becomes available again)
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