Set up half pitch with smaller circle marked inside the D Two GKs. One in goal, one outside the smaller circle. 4 v 4 + 2 x GK shots outside the inner D count as 3. If defenders clear the ball into goals on half way line they become the attackers.
Players to shoot early and from distance if possible. Introduce players who are always attackers or defenders in order to determine attacker or defender overload.
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