Keep same rules as first game then a few mins in adapt the rules.- There must be a defender in each channel. They must stay in there all the time.- Touch only. If touched then a chicken scratch must be done to start play again. 5 touch turnover. - Catch - Hands up ready to catch the ball.- Carry - Ball in two hands, above belly button. 10 points of contact. Go forward.- Pass - Deep or flat pass. Arms following through to target with fingers pointing at target. Elbow bent. Defenders body shape determines whether the pass is needed or not. Also the type of pass. Players coming from DEPTH at PACE into SPACE. Footwork to offset the defender.
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