4 As with ball each work individually, 2 pairs of Ds work together As have to stay inside area, while Ds have to tackle and get ball out of area or force A out of area - 1 point to Ds if they do so, keep track Ds work as pressing D and support D, both don`t make tackle to support backs up pressing to not allow A out of trouble Switch after 1 min - competition which pair highest points total Support D takes opposite side to pressing D Communication between Ds Timing of tackle Patience, trust partner Don`t have to win ball 1st time
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