Two attacking players pass the ball back and forth Two defending players work pressure-cover movement One steps to player with the ball and positions body to direct attacker toward teammate Other defender drops to deny split and be ready if the first defender gets beat on the dribble As the ball switches, so does each defender's role
Direct ball toward teammate Break down steps Communicate Once comfortable, Have attackers attack with goal of getting to other side of the box
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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