7 players - Create an area approx 15m x 15m 5 of the 7 players have a ball each and must dribble in the area while the two defenders press and attepmt to kick the ball out the area. Progressions - Start with 1 defender then add another through time. The area can be increased or decreased depending on ability levels etc.
Players with the ball must always be aware whats round them Defenders must press as they would in a game (jockey) Players with the ball must look for available space.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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