Set up 2 pitches as per diagram with 2 teams (Red & Blue) on eacOn each pitch, each player needs to be numbered 1-6(depending on number of players) Games starts as normal The coach calls out a number and the player from each pitch have to swop over
Concentration - Listening for number being called. Be aware of own teams situation Possession - When player is swapping over do you need to maintian possession to give yourself time to even the number of players out on your own team? Defending - When out of possession need to delay attacking team if a player down Attacking - When in possession need to take advantage of reduced number
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