In a 2 vs 1 situation. PLayer 1 (Red) must attacked the blue teams goal. Blue team must defend their goal, once taking ball can start to attack red teams goal. Creating a transition on both sides. Attacking Transition form blue, making and taking use of extra player. Transition from Red, retreating from attacking, Getting into good position to defend central zone
Encourage enthusiastic defensive approach from team with two defending players. Encourage the red player to express confidence in attacking and defending.
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