Exercise begins with no defenders-just GK. Player in the middle posts up and has the option to receive open if called by feeder. Can't play through the box. Progressions-Must not let ball over baseline.-Forefit Add defenders -start behind the 25. Win the ball and carry over 25. (4v4) 1-Defender starts in middle of diamond applying pressure on the player receiving the ball.
If the feeder shouts closed implies what? Height+ NB attacking areas Can we do this without cones If going well -How quick can we work the keeper.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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