
- Then, call them together and put the groups of three together to play keep ball in one third only where they have to dodge in a small space to get free. 5 balls make one goal. - Once this is done, collect them all together and ask them what we were working on and how it helps in a match situation.
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Tight markers win when attackers run in straight lines. Teach your players to dodge, change pace and time their drive so they get free when the ball is ready.
When everyone chases the ball, nobody is free. Teach your team to spread out, offer two options and clear space so the ball moves cleanly down court.
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