Divide the group into teams of 4. One player in goal, two defenders and one attacker. The defenders (Alligators) adopt a crab position (belly up, hands and feet on the floor) and start in the middle of the grid.
The attackers must try to dribble around the alligators and score a goal.
Run with the ball by pushing it with your laces. Keep your head up while dribbling.
As a defender approaches, change direction and speed up into the space to his side.
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