set up a grid (4x6m) and divide that grid into 4 qaurters. see diagram each quarter will have a defender in the objective is to move with the ball to the other side without the defender kicking you rball away. if your ball is kicked out you can help other team mates get to the end by passing the ball once all the balls are out swap the defenders
look for accelaration quick change of direction driving into open space
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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