Set up as shown. (Playing area can be adjusted per numbers and ability) Players split into equal teams. Each team protects their own target and attempt to score by knocking over their oppenents target. Players can attack from 360 degrees Modify number/size of target size of playing area number of players number of passes before shooting
Attempting to win the ball back vs defending the target. Making right decision to pass or shoot Off the ball movement and communication Use of whole playing area
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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