Players in groups of 6, with 3 teams of 2 players each. In this example the blue team starts with the ball, with one red player defending the end line. The blues must dribble the ball past the end line to score. When they score a goal or the red player wins the ball they stay at the end they are attacking. After the goal or winning possesion, they red team attacks the opposite goal that one yellow is defending. After red scores or loses the ball, the game continues with yellow now attacking the blue team.
Lift your head while dribbling so you can be aware of your options. When to pass and when to dribble. 2nd attacker position yourself to recieve a pass and score.
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