
2 Teams No-Goalkeeper/s 5v5 or 6v6 works well in a 1/4 of the pitch. Aim of the game is to pass the ball through each of the goals carried or passed to someone on the far side. Teams are in charge of securing the zone -cones on top. Zones can be won back
Multi Directional Hockey Pass and Move Create overloads Identify the danger areas Don't crowd an area
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