Max 4 vs 4 for size of pitch shown. Objective: Receive the ball on or behind the try line for goal. Rules: Cannot move with the ball. Roll Ball below knee height. Progression 1 - Play hockey with same rules. Progression 2 - allow movement with the ball and tackling.
Challenge Players: How can we use speed to score? Ans - Get ahead and ball pace. Did we change how we move, speed, distance, accelaration when playing hockey? Discuss if there is any reason why we cannot move as much with a hockey stick in our hands.
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