Set up as shown using full half of the pitch Two target goals 10 yards off the half-way line Attacking team set up 4-3-1 Defending team set up 2-4-2 Attacking team must work the ball up the pitch to score in either of the two target goals Defending team must defend as they would in a match, if they win possession they can attack the goal Play always starts from GK
Support â from team, from GK Pass selection, timing, weight, accuracy Runs of team/body position to receive GK delaying to allow team to spread out Quick movement of team once in possession Decision making â to feet to space? Communication â visual/ verbal
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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