
Orange ATT team: -3-2-3 . Coach always starts with passing to 2,4,3 to start up the game. score in the mini goals: 2 points. Line dribble through corner gates: 1 point. White DEF team: -3-1-3 Keep defensive shape. different ways of defending : high press, mid block or low block. Counter within 10 sec into the mini goals or play stops. rotate focus teams every 8 min.
ATT: limited touches. Breaking lines. Play forward first sideways second. Forward runs. Movement to unmark. scanning and body orientation to help with decision making. DEF: Pressure, Cover, Balance. Stay compact. Communication. win DEF 1v1
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