Create two 15 x15 possession areas with a 4-5 yard channel in between. There are 9 total players in this activity: 6 attackers and 3 defenders. Play begins with 4 attacking players in one area with the ball, with the other 2 attacking players in the other area. 2 defenders will play in the area where the ball is being played, while the other defender is in the channel. Attacking players must complete at least 4 passes in their end then play the ball to an attacking player in the other area. The defender in the channel will press into the other area joined by one defenders from the first area. The other defender will go to the channel. Play continues in a similar manne. Play for 3 minutes, rotate positions.
Work on movement off the ball. Play in wide areas to widen passing lanes. The defender in the central lane is trying to prevent the switch of play.
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