Set up grid 30x30m 8 attackers in middle of "pitch" 4 defenders on either end Attackers attack one line, defenders not allowed past 5 meters (white cones) Attackers play till score or interception, forward pass or drop ball As soon as one of these situations occur, the attackers then all touch try line they have been attacking and then attack opposite end Attackers continue this for 2-4mins and see how many times they can score, then swop attackers Progressions/ Regressions Touch or tackle Add / remove defenders All attackers to receive ball before they can score
Atackers must scan and communicate effectively Use depth and width to stretch defence Look at running lines and pace on ball Attackers should try to manipulate defenders to create gaps Good flat 2 handed accurate passing and hands up to catch Ball carrier to carry in two hands
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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