1 GK 3 Defenders v 3 Attackers GK passes the ball into the start zone 3 defenders push up as quick as possible to close the space Nearest the ball follows the shut, slow, sit process Other 2 defenders slide, cover , balance Defenders win the ball - Start again Rotate defender & Attackers every 3 goes. 2.5 mins change both teams over Stop once both teams have had a go and get feedback / Coaching points Complete cyle again and build on the coaching points
Nearest the ball follows the shut, slow, sit process Other 2 defenders slide, cover , balance Communication between defenders.
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