Set up a diamond a shape pitch with three sections and a goal at either end. Put the players in teams and ask for them to set up with a GK, 2x Def, 1x MID, 1x ST. They cannot leave the designated areas at any time. Stop the game throughout and allow them to come up with a new strategy amongst themselves, allowing them to change formation etc. Maybe add a player on each side of the diamond that both teams can utilize. Allow the players to go in the section next to them aswell.
Plenty of encouragment for shooting Drive by coaching Individual challanges
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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