Players are NOT allowed to cross the 50 into the other half. 3 v 2 game Working in 3's Quick shots, communication Looking for the long ball
Work on closing down the space Work on getting ball out with HARD passes, either stright or board 3's should also defend the 50
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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