Two lines of attackers are set-up about 10 yards outside the 18. One line of defenders off the field with the first defender beginning at the penalty spot. One attacker begins with the ball and plays 2v1 against the one defender. The defender should look to pressure the ball and take away the passing lane to the other attacker to create a 1v1. Attackers are trying to use each other to move the ball to goal and score. Players should rotate lines so they get ther opportunity to attack and defend. Rotate keepers periodically.
The defender should take away the passing lane to the other attacker and create a 1v1. Take away the view of the attacker with the ball to the far post.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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