
4 players work on red & white cones for attack. Defence consists of either 2 or 4 players Coach calls (red/white) for attack (2 or 4) for defense Eg. Red, Two or White, Four. Work on the why Why man on man or drift defence? Look for: Communication in attack & defence Body positions on both Defence (inside shoulder)(Arms & Squeeze)(Sighting Target)(Shoulder first & correct height)
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