Start with all players not having a ball. The attackers (shown in black) must run through an gate without getting tagged. They then become the (red) defender, who must tag the attacker. Add a ball and make sure players dribble through the gates.
Don't turn your back Move quick Turn regularly Start by running towards one of the gates
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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