3 Defenders defending 4 scoring areas, v 2 attackers. Coach serves ball into one of the attacking players , attackers combine and must play at least 1 pass and score into any of the goals. If defenders win the ball , back to beginning positions. Rotate rolls If defenders win possession attack the goal , must pass before scoring
assesment when to pass , dribble or pass. Support play and communication. Intercepting and turning quickly into a counter attack
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