Set up 10 by 20 grid with six cones at top of 18 yd box. There are 3 defenders protecting the box against 5 attackers. Coach starts all play in with ball to attacker.
pinch in when attackers get close to top of box. one defender presses while the other defenders close passing lanes and back up the first defender. progress to using keeper and having attackers shoot when they have an opening. keeper must come off their line. prevent through balls. progress to allowing attackers to penetrate box and shoot (enforce off side play).
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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