9 reds v 7 blues. 7 blues shooting in to big goal. Ball starts with yellow GK and must be played through a defensive player. Once reds get ball in to red player in white zone, only the yellow GK can defend. Another red player can enter zone to create 2v1 towards 3 goals.
Encourage high pressure further up the field. Closest player presses + other offer support and cover.
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