Players work together in 5x10 grids working in pairs to not get split Team in possession with the ball looks to break the line of defence - earning a point for pass through the area - two for a split. Extra players can be cycled in or if enough used as another group if needed (switching as needed) Managing the attacking team - ball has to keep moving - cannot stop dead. Progression- one touch soccer- one player can enter the grid
- pressure the ball-where are you pressuring?-where is your support?- Defensive Stance -support the pressure-off shoulder-good angle of support- don't get split
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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