In middle third of the pitch. Mixed U14/16 (half of the group) Playing across the pitch, 2 goals wide on each sideline. Cone off an area in the centre of the playing area. The ball cannot travel through this area but players can. Conditions: 3 touches, no tackling Progression: Remove coned area Coaching points: Aim is to `stretch the play` i.e. have height, width and depth.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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