4v4 Transition Game. Each half is split into 2 zones - Front half and Defensive half. If a team is able to work the ball into one of the opponets zones without an opposition player there, they receive points. 1 point for Front half. 2 points for Defensive half. 1 point for a goal. The game ends when a team scores 3 points. Losing team does 10 push ups. Once push ups are done, play again. Work for 15-20 minutes with rests every 3 points. Ensure that players are provided with appropriate rest to kep intenstiy high.
Aim is to get the players: -Slow down the attack through jockeying. Allow your players time o retreat. -Get back behind the ball once your team has lost it.
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This practice has no progressions
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