Players outside of the box, after coach order, try to cut in and when they have space take the shot on net, they are not allowed to dribble inside of the box, but they are allowed to move left and right to take defender out of balance.Players inside the box can't go outside to take the ball, they need to try to block the shot always from inside the box, following and mirroring the movement from the attacker.Rotation like mentioned.
Player on the ball: Be fast.When you have the opportunity, take it.Take defender out of balance.Player off the ball: Stay with attacker all the time.Eyes on the ball, and hips.Mirror attacker movements.
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