Ball starts with #10 on every play. To start- no defenders are involved. Use shadow play to go over combinations between front 3 players; #9, 11 & 7. Use dotted line as reference to drop behind to start each play(3rd of field line) Once shadow movements have been completed, introduce 4 & 5 as defenders to create a 3v2 to goal. Progress to allow 2,3 & 6 to drop in for defending team, and allow 10 & 8 to join in attacks for attacking team
Shadow movement; Wall Passes, Give & Go, One-Two Overlaps Jack 3rd Man run Interchanging positions Encourage attacking play through runs beyond the player in possession and to shoot when within range. Attack quickly using less touches and beign direct.
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