Depending on numbers 4 v 3. Can be expanded or shortened just adjust grid size accordingly and ensure attack has 1 more player than defense. Blue are the attackers and start in the creation zone. In the CZ they can move around, pass the ball and cannot be tackled. The goal is for them to create space while there and then attempt to score by beating the Red defenders in the Scoring zone. A 2 handed touch around the waist consitutes a tackle and the Red players have to retreat back to the CZ. The Attacking team has 2 minutes to score as many tries as possible so should not take too long in the CZ but also should not rush into the SZ. Once the premise is set and the players have an understanding, move the drill to full contact where 1 tackle constitutes the end of the drill.
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