6 v 6 set up in a 2-2-1 (numbers may be modified)Normal game: Players MUST dribble through at least 1 gate before they are able to score.Progression: Players MUST dribble between 2 gates OR gates are optional.
"Surfer Boy"DelayFeet planted, push to outsidePRESSURE. This is the role of the first defender. COVER. This is the role of the second defender. BALANCE. This is the role of the third defender.COMPACTNESS.CONTROL & RESTRAINT.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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