In 4 groups (bibs/non-bibs), 2 groups (bibs) start with ball each Players line up at end of each zone, 1st player lines up on line rest of players behind end cone 1 bib player dribbles ball into area and tries to stop ball on non-bib end line 2 Non-bibs try to stop them by: Tackling and clearing ball Forcing bib out of touch Close down space Make decision for attacker Timing of tackle Communication with support defender
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This practice has no progressions
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