Set up two teams, divided among the three starting points. Beside own goal - player that begins the play (should have balls and be ready to play) Mid-field - ready to receive and engage the attack. Beside oppositions goal - ready to defend. Play begins when blue plays from their own goal to the mid field and the two players attack red 2v1 on goal. Play ends when ball leaves play or a goal is scored. (45 sec time limit coach discretion) The players collect ball and rotate to the next starting spot. Red starts from opposite end of the pitch. Progression - 2 defender (recovering) on first defenders touch 3v2 - high player drop to start the attack
Receive the ball to face goal. Engage the attack - read the pressure Create the space needed to shoot. Shot selection (including technique)
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