4 Small coned goals in corners of playing area. To start with players pair up, one being attacker whilst the other is defender. Aim is for attacker to dribble through any cone to earn a point. Once attacker has acquired a point they then become the defender. First to 10 wins
Attackers Keeo your body between the defender and the ball. Attempt quick turns to off balance the defender Act fast when a gap appears Keep calm under pressure Defenders Dont dive in Try to keep attackers away from goal Put pressure on players so that small mistakes are made and you get your chance to steal the ball.
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