In the space from the warm up, Coaches will make 2 teams and give each athlete a number. 1 of the coaches will stand at the top with 2 balls, coach will call a number and roll out the balls for the athletes to collect and score down the opposite end without a goalie. First person to score will earn 1 point. After every athlete has been through, a goalie will be added and scores will remain the same. Team with the most points wins - Explain the game - Observe athletes skill level each game - Keep athletes under control on sidelines Modifications - Add goalie - Add defenders - Add teammates
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