1 vs 1 - 2 vs 2 Attackers stand in front of coach waiting to recieve ball Defenders stand between attackers and goal to block the shot Coach plays ball to attackers who have to take a touch and turn and shoot Once shot has been made, players switch roles
Attackers Take a small touch to move ball into space to allow for the shot Once space is created shot has to made quickly and confidently Try to feign going on way whilst takin the ball the other Defenders Dont get too close to attacker Keep eye on ball Dont tackle but block the shot
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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