10 x 5 Grid. 4x attackers, 4 defenders. Defenders split into two pairs guarding two trylines. Attackers attack one end until they score or the attack breaks down then imediately attack the other end.
Start at walking pace. Touch only. Encourage support players to get into possition to recieve the ball easily. Lots of talking.
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